Apparel, Fashion, Retail

National Garment Fair 2024: Record Success And Business Growth

Textile Insights July 31, 2024

The 79th National Garment Fair (NGF) 2024, orchestrated by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), concluded triumphantly, solidifying its status as India’s preeminent apparel trade show. Held from July 23 to 26, 2024, the event attracted over 39,000 buyers, primarily retailers,

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Mango Home Expands To Turkey Via Online Channel

Textile Insights July 28, 2024

Mango, one of Europe’s leading fashion groups, is expanding its homeware line, Mango Home, to the Turkish market via its online channel, mango.com. This expansion aligns with Mango’s 4E 2024-2026 Strategic Plan, focusing on strengthening its value proposition, expanding its reach and boosting sales in both physical stores and online channels. Founded in 2021,

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

SHEIN Launches First Pop-Up Store In South Africa

Textile Insights July 25, 2024

SHEIN, the global online fashion and lifestyle leader, is set to unveil its first-ever pop-up store in South Africa from August 2–11, 2024, at Johannesburg’s prestigious Mall of Africa. This ten-day event aims to offer an interactive shopping experience for fashion enthusiasts and casual shoppers. Inspired by SHEIN’s commitment to self-expression and creativity, the pop-up

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Waimea Set To Expand Offline Presence In India After Online Debut

July 22, 2024

Waimea, the New York-based denim menswear brand, is set to enhance its offline footprint in India, just under two months after debuting its online platform in the country. This move comes as the company aims to capitalize on India’s burgeoning fashion market. The brand has already forged a partnership with Tipsy Topsy, a multi-brand outlet […]

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Shoppers Stop Reports 5% Growth In GAAP Sales In Q1 FY25

July 22, 2024

Shoppers Stop Ltd reported its Q1 FY25 financial results, showing a 5% increase in GAAP sales to Rs 1,034 crore compared to the same quarter last year. Non-GAAP sales rose by 2% to Rs 1,260 crore. However, the company experienced a 170 basis point drop in gross margin to 40.6%, and EBITDA fell by 19% […]

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Sustainable Sportswear: Puma’s RE:FIBRE Jerseys for 35 Clubs

July 19, 2024

Global sports company Puma has significantly advanced its textile-to-textile recycling initiative, RE:FIBRE, by creating millions of replica football jerseys with at least 75% recycled textile waste and other waste materials. Starting from the 2024/25 season, all Puma football replica jerseys, including those for 35 clubs and major tournaments like the Euro and Copa

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Kiabi Expands Textile Production In Africa With SIPI-Bénin

July 18, 2024

French fashion retailer Kiabi has launched its inaugural shipment of 80,000 children’s leggings, marking the beginning of a significant collaboration with SIPI-Bénin, a leading manufacturer in Benin. Kiabi, renowned for its 563 retail outlets across France, Spain, Italy, Africa, the Middle East, and Overseas Departments and Regions (DROM), has aligned orders for 2

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SwopStore Partners With Snitch, Boosts Revenue By INR 5 Million

July 18, 2024

SwopStore, an e-commerce optimization platform, has collaborated successfully with Snitch, resulting in a notable revenue increase of approximately INR 5 million. Utilizing advanced analytics, targeted marketing strategies, and enhanced user experiences, SwopStore significantly bolstered Snitch’s market presence and profitability. The partnership involved in-depth data

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Hugo Boss Adjusts 2024 Outlook Amid Global Challenges

July 18, 2024

Hugo Boss has revised its financial outlook for 2024, citing persistent macroeconomic and geopolitical challenges that are dampening global consumer demand and industry growth. These factors impacted the company’s performance in key markets like the UK and China during the second quarter. Preliminary figures show a 1% decline in currency-adjusted Group sales to EUR

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Westside Opens New Fashion Store In Faridabad

July 14, 2024

Westside, part of the iconic Tata family, has inaugurated its newest store in Faridabad at Amolik City Centre, Sec 28, Near Metro Pillar 624. Spanning 22,255 sq ft, this store aims to inspire fashion enthusiasts with a diverse range of apparels, accessories, cosmetics and footwear, all in one location. The new store embodies Westside’s vision […]