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'LET'S MAKE THE BUSINESS OF FASHION GREAT AGAIN'
These are transformative times for the business of fashion. Consumer behaviours, digitalisation, discounting impact, supply chain snags and sustainability demands are challenging us.
DIGITAL WILL PROPEL MODERN INDIAN RETAIL: Saloni Nangia, President, Technopak
India's estimated GDP for FY23-24 is about $3.85 trillion and we are slated to reach nearly $10 trillion by 2035 in the next 10 years. Private consumption stands at about 2.27, similar to a lot of other developed nations of the world and this will only grow stronger in the next few years, said Saloni Nangia, President, Technopak India, at India Fashion Forum 2024.
Driving the Elevation of the Business of Fashion in India to Greatness
Shailesh Chaturvedi, MD & CEO, Arvind Fashions and Convenor India Fashion Forum 2024
INDIA FASHION FORUM 2024: India's Most Influential Fashion Business Event
The mega key influencer and catalyst of fashion retail evolution event saw over 300 speakers and 2000 fashion professionals from across the nation talk on how to 'Make the Fashion Business Great Again'...
5 New Age Technologies That Will Be Gamechangers For Fashion Retail Brands In 2024
Mobile apps, Big Data, new age inventory management and supply chain solutions are some innovations that most forward-facing brands have adopted in the last two years. IMAGES Business of Fashion brings to you chic technologies that can help you sharpen your fashion retail journey...
Athleisure brand Edrio launches first store at Nexus Mall, Amritsar
Athleisure wear brand Edrio, a part of the North Indian textile conglomerate Oswal Group has launched its first physical store in the country marking its foray into offline market.
Asia's largest Nike Store opens on Singapore's Orchard Road
Singapore's Orchard Road has become home to the largest mono-brand Nike store in Asia, outside of China, as the sportswear giant partners with Middle East-based retailer GMG to launch its latest sports hub.
Zudio launches new store at Reach 3Roads Mall, Gurugram
Tata Group-owned affordable, fast fashion brand Zudio has opened a new store at Reach 3Roads Mall in Gurugram.
John Jacobs unveils Retro-Glam collection with actress Sobhita Dhulipala
Eyewear brand John Jacobs has joined forces with actress Sobhita Dhulipala for the launch of their limited edition Timeless Retro-Glam Eyewear Collection.
Navigating the Journey of TECHNOLOGY IN INDIAN TEXTILES
The Indian textile sector, valued at around $22 billion, is currently the world's fifth-largest manufacturer of technical textiles, with a lofty goal of reaching $300 billion by India's centenary in 2047
TOP 5 TIPS to Build an Effective Omnichannel Strategy
Mobile apps, Big Data, new age inventory management and supply chain solutions are some innovations that most forward-facing brands have adopted in the last two years. IMAGES Business of Fashion brings to you chic technologies that can help you sharpen your fashion retail journey...
Indian Textiles & Technology: Innovations in Apparel & Fabric Industry
The traditional looms are now intertwined with cutting-edge advancements, ushering in a new era of possibilities. This article unravels the latest innovations shaping the industry's fabric, exploring breathable fabrics, the embrace of non-toxic dyes, and other transformative technologies...
FROM RUNWAYS TO PIXELS: How Metaverse Is Reshaping Fashion Retail
With the emergence of the Metaverse - a virtual realm where people interact, work and socialize the fashion industry is poised to undergo another transformative revolution.
RAMRAJ COTTON Appoints South Indian Star Rishab Shetty as Brand Ambassador
The ethos and beliefs of both the actor and the brand align perfectly, making it a perfect association for Ramraj Cotton...
VISMAY: South India's Technology Forward Brand
South Indian ethnicwear brand Vismay is on an expansion spree and aims to triple its store count to 100 stores as well as triple its turnover in the next two years...
MICRO PLASTICS IN OUR CLOTHES: THE UNSEEN THREAT TO OUR HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT
Synthetic fabrics, such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic, have become incredibly popular in the fashion industry due to their affordability, durability, and versatility. However, the production and disposal of these fabrics come at a significant environmental cost. This article explores the environmental cost of these synthetic fabrics...
REVOLUTIONISING FASHION RETAIL Elevating Personal Style with Indyverse's Signature Styling Services
Across the landscape, platforms are harnessing the potential of cutting-edge technology to redefine the traditional approach to fashion. As we navigate this transformative journey as an industry, we explore the broader implications of technology in fashion retail and personalised styling...
STEPS TO SUSTAINABILITY: Archroma Technologies and Tools for Compliance and Beyond
As an innovation powerhouse in the textile sector, Archroma delivers measurable impact with solutions that increase process efficiency, save resources and add value and longevity to end-products...
DECATHLON INDIA Elevates Retail Experience and Efficiency by 15% with Innovative Tech Solutions
Decathlon entered India in 2009 as a cash-and-carry retailer and was approved for single-brand retail in 2013. It opened first store in India in 2009 at Sarjapur in Bengaluru and now operates over 100 stores across the country
LATEST INNOVATIONS & TECHNOLOGY IN THE INDIAN TEXTILE INDUSTRY
In recent times, the Indian fashion industry has seen a remarkable surge in technological advancements, revolutionizing the way textiles are designed, produced, and marketed...
U.S. POLO ASSN. opens India's largest store in Bengaluru, launches womenswear collection offline
The international sports power brand U.S. Polo Assn. has inaugurated an all-new brand store in Jayanagar, Bengaluru - the brand's biggest store to date. This will also be the first store to take the brand's new womenswear collection live offline...
Case Study: ARVIND FASHIONS' Data-Driven Digital Transformation with Google Cloud
The key objectives for Arvind's DX were to unlock the value of existing applications, gain new insights, and build a solid workflow with resilient systems. To help in this journey, it partnered with Google Cloud...
FASHIONOLOGY: When Fashion Retail & Technology Intersect
At the heart of India's fashion retail revolution lies the significance of technology in redefining traditional paradigms and driving innovation across the fashion ecosystem. No longer confined to the realm of aesthetics, fashion has evolved into a multidimensional industry where technology serves as both an enabler and a catalyst for change...
H&M launches cutting-edge movewear collection
Swedish apparel giant Hennes & Mauritz (H&M) is set to redefine the intersection of sports and fashion with its cutting-edge movewear collection, H&M Move launching on January 11.
Is Bimodal Supply Chain The Future Of Fashion Retail?
Digital technologies are key enablers in setting up a bimodal supply chain. In addition to AI, ML, and generative AI, some of the other technologies that can help in this transformation are RFID, smart store technologies, digital twins, and robotics...
ORRA on Expansion Spree, To Open 24 Stores Next Year: Dipu Mehta, Managing Director
In a gold-dominated market, ORRA wanted to build a diamond’ centric consumer business at a national’ level, and it succeeded in doing so with its rich Belgian heritage and commitment to exceptional craftsmanship...
JQR SPORTS STEPS AHEAD OF THE CURVE WITH INNOVATIVE DESIGNS
Specializing in sports shoes, sneakers, and casual footwear, JQR Sports has woven a tale of quality, style, and performance that resonates with everyday individuals and fitness enthusiasts across various sports disciplines.
NAVIGATING THE THREADS OF TRADITION: How Nappa Dori has evolved into a sustainability-led luxury brand
Nappa Dori has come a long way from its humble beginnings in Hauz Khas Village in Delhi. Today, the brand is present in Dubai, India, and London, and its helm is Creative Director, Gautam Sinha...
AKUTEE'S TRIUMPH: Sagarika Ghatge's Vision to 3-5X Growth Unraveled
In the fashion arena, Akutee crafted by Sagarika Ghatge and her mother Urmila stands as a beacon of timeless elegance. Sagarika shares her visionary plan to catapult Akutee’s growth three to five times beyond its recent triumphs exclusively with IMAGES Business of Fashion...
SSBEAUTY IS BEING VISUALIZED AS A ONE-STOP-SHOP FOR ALL BEAUTY BRANDS: Biju Kassim, President
In an exclusive conversation with IMAGES Business of Fashion, Biju Kassim, President SSBeauty, talks about Shopper's Stop homegrown beauty company, SSBeauty, even as he delves into the beauty sector in India, which is anything but skin deep...