In the fast-evolving world of personal branding, one name stands above the rest-Konkana Bakshi. As the founder of Savoir Faire Academie, India’s premier luxury finishing school, Konkana has redefined image consulting, making it an art form that blends elegance, confidence, and refinement. With over a decade of experience working with industrialists, business leaders, and celebrities, she is undoubtedly India’s most sought-after image consultant.
More Than Just Styling-A Complete Transformation
Many confuse image consulting with styling, but Konkana Bakshi offers something far deeper. “A stylist puts together looks for occasions, while an image consultant builds a compelling social and business image for an individual,” she explains. Through her 21 private session transformations, she helps clients discover their dominant and secondary signature styles, guiding them through body language training, voice modulation, wardrobe analysis, and media positioning.
Her methodology is unique-blending finishing school training with image consulting. “You don’t just need a visual transformation; you need the refinement that comes from mastering etiquette, first impressions, dining and cocktail etiquette, networking skills, and non-verbal communication,” she shares. Her clients leave not only looking polished but exuding an aura of sophistication and authority.
The Journey from a Visionary to India’s Leading Image Consultant
Konkana’s journey into this niche profession started from personal experience. Growing up in a Bengali family in Kolkata, she aspired to attend a finishing school but found no elite options in India. Determined to bring this refined education to the country, she founded Savoir Faire Academie in 2013, combining French savoir-vivre, Swiss finishing protocols, and business etiquette training.
Her clientele includes prominent industrialists, entrepreneurs, C-suite executives, and even cricketers and star kids looking to enter the glamour industry. Though bound by strict NDAs, her group workshop testimonials speak volumes about her impact.
Unparalleled Expertise & Signature Programs
What sets Konkana apart is her signature programs, including:
Ultimate Savoir Faire Modern Woman & Men’s Programme (21 private sessions)
Bridal Grooming Transformation (24 sessions)
Corporate Grooming & Business Etiquette Workshops
Personal Grooming & Social Etiquette for Ladies
Young Adult Finishing School Programme
Each program guarantees a visual and behavioral transformation, ensuring clients radiate confidence and social grace.
A Woman on a Mission
Konkana’s success has not come without challenges. From competitors copying her materials to the struggle of educating a price-sensitive Indian market about image consulting, she has faced it all. Yet, she remains undeterred. “I live by one rule-a prominent industrialist once told me, Be so good that even if someone else offers it for free, people should still come to you,” she says.
Beyond consulting, she is an advisor to the Foundation for Health and Learning Empowerment (FHLE) and a published author. Her book, “The Art of Savoir Faire – Social Skills and Professional Grace”, serves as a definitive guide to modern etiquette.
The Future of Image Consulting in India
Konkana envisions an India where internationally certified image consultants set global standards. “The industry is thriving, but proper training is key. Too many untrained consultants misguide clients. True expertise comes with education, experience, and ethical practice,” she asserts.
With plans to establish Savoir Faire Academie in New York City, Konkana Bakshi is not just shaping personal brands-she’s shaping the future of image consulting itself.
For those seeking a complete transformation-inside and out-there is no better expert in India than Konkana Bakshi.
