Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Primark Celebrates 50 Years on the British High Street

Textile Insights September 30, 2024

Primark marks its 50th anniversary since opening its first store on Babington Lane, Derby, on September 26, 1974. UK Retail Director Kari Rodgers reflected on the milestone: “While British high streets and styles have changed, our mission of helping people look and feel good for less remains

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Van Heusen Partners with Taapsee Pannu As New Brand Ambassador

Textile Insights September 24, 2024

Van Heusen, a leading power dressing brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., has announced its association with actress Taapsee Pannu as its new brand ambassador. Representing the modern woman who is confident, purposeful and always on the move, Taapsee embodies the brand’s ethos of impactful change. Van Heusen aims to offer fashion choices […]

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SHEIN Rises To Fourth In German Market, Poised To Overtake NIKE

Textile Insights September 17, 2024

GlobalData’s latest “German Clothing Market in 2028” report highlights SHEIN’s rapid rise in the German fashion market, now the fourth-largest clothing brand. With its cost-effective and trendy offerings, SHEIN is poised to move up another spot by 2024. The German fashion market has bounced back to pre-pandemic levels in 2023, with footwear and

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H&M Introduces Pre-Loved Fashion In New Götgatan Store

Textile Insights September 17, 2024

H&M has unveiled its most impressive store to date in Götgatan, Stockholm, offering a refined architectural design that complements the A/W 2024 collection, one of the brand’s strongest to date. The store pays tribute to Södermalm’s vibrant culture, with specially curated collections reflecting the neighbourhood’s essence, celebrating individuality. It also introduces

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Monte Carlo Partners With Salesforce To Enhance Customer Experience

Textile Insights September 13, 2024

Monte Carlo Fashions has entered into a strategic partnership with Salesforce to elevate its customer engagement initiatives across digital and physical platforms. This collaboration marks a significant step in Monte Carlo’s transformation from a winter-wear specialist to a year-round fashion brand, appealing to a broader audience while maintaining its iconic status in

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Union Minister Of Textiles Launches NIFT’s VisioNxt Fashion Forecasting Initiative

Textile Insights September 9, 2024

Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, inaugurated the ‘VisioNxt Fashion Forecasting Initiative’ by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), featuring a bilingual web portal and the India-specific Fashion Trend Book ‘Paridhi 24×25’. The event was attended by Union Minister of State for Textiles and External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, and Textiles

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Louis Philippe Expands With New Store Openings In Shirur And Chittoor

Textile Insights September 9, 2024

Bringing premium menswear to key emerging markets in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. Louis Philippe, a premier menswear brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail, has announced the launch of its first stores in Shirur, Maharashtra and Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. These strategic expansions reflect the brand’s ongoing commitment to catering to India’s growing demand for

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Decathlon Partners With Zepto For Faster Delivery Of Sports & Fitness Products

Textile Insights September 9, 2024

Decathlon India has announced a partnership with quick commerce firm Zepto to enhance the accessibility of sports and fitness products across the country. Beginning in September, users in 16 cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, Chennai and Hyderabad, will be able to order fitness, outdoor, water sports and team sports products through Zepto’s platform.

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GU To Open NYC Flagship Store And Launch US E-Commerce Site

Textile Insights August 29, 2024

GU, a sister brand of UNIQLO, will open its US flagship store in SoHo, New York, on September 19, 2024, alongside launching its US e-commerce site. Located at 578 Broadway, GU NY SOHO will offer women’s and men’s clothing, accessories and the latest fashion trends across two floors. The flagship will showcase GU’s brand philosophy, […]

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Sooper Dooper Kids: Fashion With A Heart

Textile Insights August 25, 2024

Sooper Dooper Kids is redefining children’s fashion by integrating style with social impact. Their “One Purchased is One Donated” initiative ensures that every purchase supports a charitable cause, embodying the brand’s commitment to kindness, inclusivity and giving back. Each item purchased not only dresses a child but also contributes to a movement of