Retail giants like Reliance Retail and Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABFRL) are trying to catch a bus they have missed in the past – India’s Rs. 1.5 lakh crore ethnic wear market. The success of brands such as W, Aurelia, Fab India and Biba in a market thought to be unorganised and impenetrable seems...
As festive demand began to take effect in August, India’s retail sales neared pre-pandemic levels in North and South India but clothing and accessories sales are still in the process of recovering, according to the Retail Association of India. TO READ MORE: https://in.fashionnetwork.com/news/August-retail-sales-show-continued-recovery-fashion-growth-expected-rai,1334480.html
India has a very rich history of crafts and textiles. Every region of the country has its own special craft and traditional craftsmen who are creating some of the most astonishing pieces, reflecting the culture of the country. TO READ MORE: https://www.indianretailer.com/article/retail-people/trends/how-make-in-india-brands-are-revolutionizing-the-fashion-landscape-in-india.a7374/
Barely had apparel retailers in India recovered from the first COVID-19 wave, the second wave plunged the industry into darkness. Retailers are now look at the upcoming festive season to boost demand. TO READ MORE: http://dfupublications.com/news/apparel/retailers-look-for-respite-in-festive-season-as-sales-grow-in-double-digits
The Confederation of All India Traders has voiced its criticism of the Gujarat state government for signing an agreement with Amazon India, accusing the local authority of supporting anti-competitive practices. TO READ MORE: https://in.fashionnetwork.com/news/Cait-criticises-gujarat-government-for-amazon-pact,1331818.html
The luxury market landscape is challenging and exciting for brands that have a presence in India. Our Nawab collection is designed keeping the Indian gentleman in mind, he who appreciates tradition and has an eye for contemporary style and luxury. The collection fuses the two worlds of Indian heritage and Italian tailoring for modern-day royalty....
Much has been said about how the pandemic changed the fashion landscape the world over. In India, bridal wear remained the biggest focus of these conversations, but it would be ill-advised to ignore the surge of resort wear in the last year and a half. Having remained homebound, with bouts of vacation-fuelled months between waves and...
Getting the right fit in clothes has always been an issue for most Indians. Either you visit an excellent tailor to get that perfect-fitting pair or compromise on a UK-12 or US-14 size. All these years, alteration in clothes has been a common phenomenon. TO READ MORE: https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/made-to-measure-a-size-chart-tailor-made-for-indian-body-types/2323930/
After the retail industry saw a near washout yet again in the second wave, apparel retailers are now pinning their hopes on the festive season as they see a strong return in demand among consumers to come and shop from stores. TO READ MORE: https://www.cnbctv18.com/retail/apparel-retailers-eye-double-digit-growth-in-festive-season-as-consumers-return-to-stores-10649711.htm
Circulars Cir No. 43A / I-10 / 2021 Cir No. 43A / I-10 / 202109th September 2021 TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION: Dear Member, We are enclosing herewith a Circular No.17/2021 dated 9th September 2021 issued by the Central Board of Direct Taxes, Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Govt of India, New Delhi...