Sustainability

Sustainability In Textiles: Are We Greenwashing?

September 21, 2023

“Nowadays, it seems it has become fashionable to talk about sustainability in all walks of life. Mostly, we’re greenwashing!” said Naresh. In an instant, a scene flashed in my mind about an event the other day when I overheard somebody telling his friend, “For the world

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Louis Philippe Premieres in Dubai’s Fashion Scene

September 15, 2023

Louis Philippe has announced its debut in the Middle East with the grand opening of its latest outlet in the U.A.E. This momentous occasion marks the beginning of Louis Philippe’s strategic expansion into the vibrant Middle Eastern fashion landscape, aiming to make its world-class products accessible to discerning consumers worldwide. Louis Philippe, an iconic

Corporates

Kewal Kiran Raises K-Lounge Stake With Rs. 3 Crore Investment

September 10, 2023

Kewal Kiran Clothing Limited, a leading player in the fashion industry, has announced its latest strategic move to bolster its subsidiary, K-Lounge Lifestyle Limited. On August 31, 2023, Kewal Kiran Clothing Limited subscribed to an additional 30,00,000 equity shares of K-Lounge Lifestyle Limited, valued at Rs. 3,00,00,000/-. These new shares were issued through a rights

Corporates

Anand Narang Joins Vedant Fashions As Chief Marketing & Digital Officer

September 9, 2023

Vedant Fashions, the parent company of the renowned clothing brand Manyavar, announced the appointment of Anand Narang as its Chief Marketing & Digital Officer. With over two decades of diverse experience spanning fashion, telecom, enterprise, luxury and premium brands, Narang brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. During his tenure of over seven […]

Corporates

Andrea Limbardi Joins Reitmans Ltd Board As President And CEO

September 7, 2023

Reitmans (Canada) Limited announced the appointment of Andrea Limbardi to the Company’s Board of Directors. Limbardi’s appointment to the Board follows her concurrent appointment as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer. Limbardi was previously President at Indigo, Canada’s leading book and lifestyle retailer where she was responsible

Corporates

Aditya Birla Fashion And Retail To Raise Rs 750 Crore

September 3, 2023

In a recent regulatory filing, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABFRL) announced its intention to secure Rs 750 crore in funds through debt bonds. The fundraising is scheduled to take place on or after September 4, 2023, through a private placement offering. The company plans to issue 75,000 listed, unsecured, rated, redeemable non-convertible debentures, each […]

Event

BUFT’s ‘Unveiling Creative Visions’ Exhibition Showcases Future Of Fashion

August 27, 2023

The ‘Unveiling Creative Visions’ exhibition by the “Fashion Studies” department at BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) was unveiled on August 22, 2023. Hosted in collaboration with the “BUFT Heritage Club,” the event showcased fifth-semester students’ innovative fashion collections, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Mango Increases Its Presence In The Netherlands With Seven New Store Openings

July 20, 2023

Mango, one of Europe’s leading fashion groups, is continuing its expansion plan and plans to open seven stores in the Netherlands in 2023. The company will open stores in prime shopping streets in Groningen, Den Bosch, Nijmegen and Leeuwarden and in shopping centres such as Heerlen, as well as extending its stores network in cities […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

UNIQLO Mumbai Debut: Fashion Revolution Begins in October

July 16, 2023

UNIQLO, the Japanese global apparel retailer, has recently unveiled its highly anticipated expansion plans in India by announcing the opening of its first store in Mumbai. Scheduled to launch on October 6th at Phoenix Marketcity, Kurla, this new store aims to provide Mumbai customers with an exceptional shopping experience centered around LifeWear, a collection of […]

Sustainability

New Stand.earth Report Shows H&M Group’s Leadership In Emission Reductions

May 12, 2023

H&M Group achieved the highest score out of all the 43 brands included, with an overall score B-. The environmental advocacy organisation’s annual report rates fashion brands on five areas – commitments and transparency, renewable energy, low carbon materials, shipping and advocacy. “Stand.earth’s rating confirms H&M Group is on the right path. However, science