In a disappointing news for fashion enthusiasts, Spanish fast fashion giant Zara has shut its only independent store in the city, which was housed in the 119-year-old Ismail Building in Flora Fountain area of South Mumbai.

The retail store in the iconic 5-storey building began operations in 2017, after extensive restoration work undertaken by conservation architects Kirtida Unwalla and Mona Sanghvi, along with Zara's in-house team of architects. Spread across 51,300 square feet, the store featured contemporary interiors, while the building exterior retained its classic charm.