Road co-founder Raj Shah lives the Road life.  He is constantly on the go and inspired by the experiences from his journeys.  On a recent business trip to India, Raj was particularly excited because he knew that it was mango season there, not just any mango, but Alphonso mango season.  Alphonso is the best mango in the world for its sweetness and flavor, and is also considered by many to be the best fruit in the world.  It is mainly grown in western India.

After an 18 year ban, the import of the Alphonso mango to the United States was again allowed.  You may be lucky enough to find the “king of fruit” in the U.S. this time of year.  If not, let us know we might be able to help.

That very mango from India is also the inspiration for the kidney shaped paisley design so familiar in fabrics and fashion.  In the early days of the pattern it was used to decorate the clothing of royalty, crowns, garments for the court, and textiles for the general population. 

Today paisley is still found prominently in men’s fashion and is periodically even found on a number Road styles.