X’mas comes early to Bandra

The display at Damian, Bandra. Pic/Shadab Khan

Last year, the Damian showroom in Bandra took a call to not engage in its annual tradition of setting up intricate Christmas-themed displays, due to the pandemic. Featuring larger-than-life recreations of scenes from Christmas and the Nativity, the window displays have been an integral part of Bandra’s December celebrations. And we’re glad to report that this year, it is back. Frederick Pereira, owner, Damian co, who designs the displays, shared that they have been following this ritual for over three decades. “Every year, the design concept is different. This time, the central figure is Santa Claus, taking a breather to feed his reindeers some apples. Then there’s the crib, a Christmas tree made from red gift boxes, and a grandmother and child with a fresh batch of cookies and candies, among other elements,” he explained, adding that he starts ideating on the project at least three months in advance.