Fashion designer Rahul Mishra awarded Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres
Rahul Mishra was on Tuesday conferred with the insignia of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres at a function at the Residence of France here. The French government's distinction l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters) is bestowed upon «persons who have distinguished themselves by their creativity in the field of art, culture, and literature or for their contribution to the influence of arts in France and throughout the world».
Ambassador of France to India Emmanuel Lenain presented the medal to Mishra for his career and connection to France.
«We wish you the best. For all these reasons, the French government wanted to give this honour to you. You're not going to be alone. Many Indian artistes have received this. One of the last was Shah Rukh Khan. You're in good company,» the ambassador said at the event.
Mishra, who shared the stage with his wife Divya, expressed his gratitude to the government of France for the honour.
«I'm deeply humbled to receive the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by French ambassador Emmanuel Lenain. He has been a great supporter and friend. Also thanks to French President Emmanuel Macron for his kind recognition,» the Delhi-based designer, known for marrying slow fashion with traditional Indian crafts, said in his acceptance speech.
Mishra, who debuted with his pret-a-porter (ready-to-wear) collection at Paris Fashion Week in 2014, said he
