1978
A BABY IS BORN

Hidesign begins with a two-person artisan workshop. The first markets are small alternative shops in Australia and the United States reflecting the brand's rebellion against uniformity and mass production.

1982
HIDESIGN IN UK

Hidesign starts in UK and fast becomes a counter culture icon in the independent stores.

1984
SOLID BRASS BUCKLES in the factory

Commitment to craftsmanship and ecology leads to the development of the new solid brass buckles – no more zinc alloy electroplated buckles for Hidesign. Hidesign goes back to the old traditional skills of making bronze statues to sand cast solid brass buckles.

1985
First department store JOHN LEWIS

John Lewis in UK is the first department store to carry the full line of Hidesign leather goods that now includes handbags and wallets, as well as weekend, toiletry and computer bags.

1988
HIDESIGN INTRODUCES GARMENTS

Hidesign successfully introduces leather garments including edgy jackets and thigh hugging long pants.

1990
Hidesign establishes its FACTORY IN PONDICHERRY

Hidesign establishes its first custom designed factory in Pondicherry, India. This exciting milestone confirms their commitment to innovation, fashion, technical excellence and local community employment. The factory expresses the brand values of Hidesign: beautiful natural ponds and waterfalls encircle raw brick architecture designed by Ray Meeker.

1992
ACCESSORY OF THE YEAR

Accessory Magazine UK chooses Hidesign's "Boxy Bag" as Accessory of the Year. Princess Diana awards Hidesign this prestigious prize.

1997
Hidesign's First International exclusive store in MOSCOW

Hidesign opens its first exclusive international store in Moscow.

1998
SOUTH AFRICA First emerging market

The emerging markets of Malaysia, South Africa, China and eventually India will become a major growth area for Hidesign.

1999
HIDESIGN LAUNCHES IN INDIA

Hidesign enthusiastically launches in India! Hidesign's annual fashion shows to launch the new collection are a "Social Event".

2000
AWARD WINNING Advertising Campaign Marked the launch of the award winning campaign both in Europe and India.

2004
ALBERTO CIASCHINI joins as Hidesign’s Lead Designer

Hidesign introduces new lead designer, Alberto Ciaschini of Italy. Their multi-cultural design team continues to expand on the Hidesign signature look – creating classic styles with a contemporary edge.

Alberto's first bag designed for Hidesign – Ayesha named after Dilip's daughter.

2007
THE AGE OF COLLABORATION

Hidesign begins collaborations with various internationally well known groups as a part of its growth and expansion strategy.

2008
30 YEARS OF HIDESIGN

30 years down, one man's passion has transformed a two-man artisan workshop of edgy, alternative leather bags into the iconic leather goods brand Hidesign.

2010
FLAGSHIP STORE is launched in Pondicherry

An impressive piece of architecture, Hidesign's Flagship store is one of India's largest concept stores to be set up by a luxury brand.