Aza is the Sanskrit word for desire and expectation and this multi-designer store in known to muster up just that emotion in its customers. Embodying both the senses of the word, the store showcases the creations of India’s most talented designers. Opening its doors in Bandra, Mumbai, this three-storey fashion boutique consists of a floor dedicated to couture, menswear and designer wear from across the nation. With the glitterati in full attendance, click through to see who made it to the grand opening and plan your trip there pronto to prep for this festive and wedding season.

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Akanksha Aggarwal of PRA Ventures went glam for the opening in a metallic top, distressed black skinnies and a white clutch.

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Pictured here are hosts and founders of AZA Fashions, Atul and Alka Nishar.

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Pictured here is the pretty designer Arpita Mehta, known for her bright designs and mirror work with muse and model Sanea Sheikh.

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Pictured here is couture costume jeweller—Bansri Mehta.

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Bhavna Pandey looks oh-so-chic in blue denims, a white top and a tangerine Louis Vuitton. A look that we’re loving!

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Carol Gracias looks stunning in this casual-chic ensemble. We’re crushing hard on the easy-breezy vibe that this look exudes.

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Celebrity photographer Dabboo Ratnani pictured here with his wife Manisha.

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Fitness guru Deanne Pandey went basic in an all-black look.

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Also present at the event was the glamorous industrialist Debbie Hitkari.

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Spotted in a fitted animal printed body-con was founder and CEO of Vu Technologies—Devita Saraf.

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Dolly Sidhwani kept this simple with a grey fringed top, black pants and loafers.

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Looking resplendent was Esha Gupta in a Varun Bahl sari at the store launch.

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We also spotted Femina Miss India’s Koyal Rana, Ankita Shorey and Jhatalekha Malhotra.

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Posing for the shutterbugs was journalist Gayatri Shah in a black tee and a floral skirt.

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Karishma Tanna spotted in Deme by Gabriella.

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Socialite Kehkashan Patel attended the store launch in a Stella McCartney fringed dress, a Bottega Veneta knot clutch and Fendi pumps.

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Also present at the event was designer Laila Motwane.

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Making for a pretty picture are duo Malika Advani and Renu Chainani.

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Munisha Khatwani went simple in a black tank, black trousers and a grey blazer.

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Pictured here is designer Nachiket Barve with wife Surbhi.

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Wearing a Malini Ramani top over a Varun Bahl dress was Nargis Fakhri.

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Neelam Soni looked sweet in a navy blue top, denims and her tan Chanel sling.

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Mother-daughter duo—Neeta and Nishka Lulla made sure to attend the launch.

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Here’s a closer look at Neeta Lulla’s striking red ensemble.

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Model Nina Manuel paired her crisp look with a pair of lust-worthy cream oxfords.

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Also present at the store launch was Penny Patel.

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In a printed maxi was Pooja Bedi.

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Pairing her floral top with a lavender Bottega Veneta knot was Renu Chainani.

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Rina Shah struck a bold pose in a sheer skirt, statement tee, choker and Miu Miu clutch.

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Roshni Chopra wore a long kurta from her own collection and one we’ve definitely got our eye on.

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CEO of Parle Argo—Schauna Chauhan looked chic in her classic-do.

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Looking fresh at the event was Shamita Shetty.

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Posing for the cameras were Shraddha Nigam and Mayank Anand.

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Pictured here is Shraddha Nigam with Urvashi Joneja.

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Having a blast at the opening were Siddharth Goel, Deanna Pandey, Sheena Sippy and Carol Gracias.

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Known for her sari-gowns, designer Sonaakshi Raaj was pictured with actor Tushar Kapoor.

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Pictured here is Sonaakshi Raaj with sister Malvika Raaj.

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Looking pretty and petite is Tanaaz Doshi.

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Rocking her distressed denims was Tania Deol.

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Pictured here is Tara Sharma in a stunning Zara Umrigar icy-hued dress with nude pumps.

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Spotted: Troy Costa.

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Vaani Kapoor opted for a Sabyasachi floor length anarkali for the opening.

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Pictured here are Vardhaman Choksi and Satyani.

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Pictured here in a denim button down is ace designer Varun Bahl.

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Always one to put in a dapper appearance: Vikram Raizada.

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With matching animal printed stoles: Zarine Khan with Simone Arora.