TESTIMONIALS

I met Payal at the inaugural Middle East Fashion Week November 2022 edition, where Deloitte was a key partner. She was a true force of nature. She pulled together a conference that spoke to the culture and the commerce aspects of fashion. She was great at connecting the designers with companies and individuals who could help them achieve scale. Payal is a tireless advocate of fashion as an industry, and designers as creators, and making the larger community aware of new talent and new markets

I had the pleasure of working with Payal for a few months on a strategic project for Bonpoint. I immediately appreciated her rigor, attentive listening, and deep understanding of the luxury industry. She brought a fresh perspective to the brand, combining relevance with sensitivity, and successfully aligned internal stakeholders around a shared vision. Her ability to bridge high-level strategic thinking with a sharp eye for detail proved invaluable. We collaborated in a climate of mutual trust and efficiency. I have fond memories of our time working together, both professionally and personally. I wish her continued success in all her future endeavors with Sarayu Consulting.

I had the pleasure of working closely with Payal throughout 2022, during which we successfully delivered two editions of Middle East Fashion Week in Dubai. From the outset, I was deeply impressed by her professionalism and her extensive knowledge of the global fashion industry, not only in terms of established brands, but also her keen insight into emerging talent and evolving trends within the sector.

Payal’s ability to manage large-scale events with grace and precision was evident throughout. Her strong relationship-building skills, calm approach to problem-solving, and generosity of spirit enabled her to navigate challenges seamlessly. She was also a valued collaborator in the realm of media relations, a confident public speaker and a trusted subject matter expert whose contributions consistently added value.

I would highly recommend Payal for any project related to the fashion industry. She brings insight, integrity, and impact to everything she does.

I worked with Payal early in my entrepreneurial journey, and her guidance laid the essential foundation for growing my business into what it is today. She brought structure to my pricing strategy and collection launches, helping me evaluate my product mix with a clear, holistic approach. Together, we undertook a pricing and positioning project that continues to shape how I operate—even five years later, I still use the models she created. Payal approached the project with genuine passion and dedication, investing her time and expertise as if it were her own brand. Her deep knowledge and extensive network in the luxury retail space make her an invaluable resource. I wholeheartedly recommend her consulting services to any founder looking to build with intention and clarity.

I had the pleasure of working with Payal during her tenure as Global Production & Supply Manager at Givenchy from 2006 to 2010 on several of the Maison's home couture collections. What has always amazed me about Payal is her extraordinary ability to translate the creative idea that the Creative Director has in mind into an astonishing, one-of-a-kind piece of fashion. Her concrete mentality made it feasible to complete challenging projects by identifying sensible solutions that allowed the final product to be realized. Her ability to bring balance into chaos, even in high-stress situations such as the pre-show phase, enabled the team to successfully navigate last-minute problems.

Our association with Payal spans over the last fifteen years, during which we had the opportunity to work together on projects for Givenchy and Bonpoint. We continue to work with her on her client projects now at Sarayu Consulting . Payal is a complete professional who deeply understands the quality and standards essential for luxury brands. Her unique ability to bridge the gap between Indian and Western cultures, both professionally and personally, is a significant asset.

I collaborated with Payal at Givenchy in 2006/7 and 20 years later, we are back working together again working on a client of Sarayu Consulting, a start-up luxury children's-wear brand. She onboarded me to work on the artistic direction of the collections. I have had the honour and pleasure of knowing Payal these past 20 years and professionally our paths have crossed on multiple occasions. She is a dynamic, thorough and organised brand leader and is a caring, supportive and enthusiastic team manager. As a creative, I felt respected and listened to by Payal and together with the team we were able to produce an attractive Haute Couture collection that answered the brand owner's requirements. It's been a pleasure working alongside Payal!

Collaborating with Payal on my jewellery brand was a seamless experience. She brought a rare combination of luxury experience, creativity and practical guidance that helped reposition the brand. I valued her professionalism and trusted her guidance throughout the process.