Updated On: 24 September, 2023 01:13 PM IST | Mumbai | Christalle Fernandes
A new art space at Chapel Road lets you browse through curated Parisienne paintings and Portuguese statues

Design studio Beg Borrow Steal has a little known art space, with an eclectic mix of statuettes, china, and rare paintings. The art space serves as fashion stylist Pranav Sood’s personal archive of travel curios, which he has collected over the years from all the places he has been to. Pics/Aishwarya Deodhar
The name ‘Beg Borrow Steal’ comes from my profession. As a costume designer and fashion stylist, when I need something for a shoot, whether it’s a dress or a pair of heels, I just want to beg, borrow, or steal the item I need the most,” says fashion stylist Pranav Sood.
mid-day caught up with him at his cozy design studio, which he has set up with his business partner Krisna Kutty. The studio started in 2012 as a clothing rental store for vintage enthusiasts and antique lovers, so that they could browse through Christian Dior collectibles, designer sunglasses, and the occasional Italian painting. The art space came later. “I’ve always loved collecting art,” he explains. “There came a point when I thought to myself, ‘Why don’t I open a store? I have way too many things.’”