Galoshes Galore!

We know that the Mumbai monsoon has been all about false alarms this year, but this is a real deal: a one-evening sale at Jean Claude Biguine in Juhu, which will feature not only cool rainwear by designer Sonya Vajifdar but also complimentary salon services for shoppers. 

Happening on June 21, the sale will stock dresses and caftans as well, but we suggest you concentrate on the rainwear: sequin-soaked waterproof trenches in silver and bronze, neon-plastic parkas and semi transparent paisley raincoats featuring fun design elements like double-cuff sleeves, cape shoulders and pointy hips. Check out designs at www.sonyavajifdar.com.

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Sonya customises too and can tailor styles, fabrics and embellishments to your requirements. She works out of an apartment in Churchgate, accompanied by a team of tailors and two fat dogs, and has stocked at stores like Amaya, Bombay Electric and Attic.

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If the promise of pretty protection is not enough, the sale will also offer wine, snacks, sweets and best of all, a free manicure, pedicure or massage for shoppers. Freeloader alert: you don't need to buy anything to avail of these, but you do have to RSVP in advance. Pour favor!

Getting there: RSVP with Sonya at 9619855399 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , event held at Jean Claude Biguine, Ambika Building, 10th Road, JVPD Scheme, Juhu on June 21 from 5 pm to 8 pm, starts at Rs 2,800 for a raincoat.