India, April 14 -- For designer Rahul Mishra, travel is more than an indulgence - it is an intrinsic part of his creative process. Each journey inspires his couture with global stories. And if there is one city that has left an indelible mark on his evolution as a designer, it is Paris.

Five years ago, Rahul became the first Indian designer to showcase at Paris Haute Couture Week, an achievement that cemented his bond with the fashion capital.

Since then, it has been more than just a destination - it is a crucible of creativity, where heritage and innovation converge to shape his work.

"I have stopped counting how many times I've visited - it's four or five times a year since 2014," he says.

Despite being based in Delhi, he considers ...