Multi-brand luxury children’s wear retailer Les Petits has launched its new label-the Lapin House in India. Launched across the brand’s boutiques in New Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, the label also retails on its e-commerce store. 

Founded in Greece in 1977, Lapin House offers premium children’s wear in cute yet classic designs. The brand’s latest collection of pink, green, red, and maroon ensembles, promises to be both durable and fashion forward at the same time. The collection will be available exclusively with Les Petits in time for the winter festive season.  

According to Swati Saraf, President, Les Peitis, the brand Lapin House exudes elegance by offering a complete package to the kid’s wear fashion in India. It gives a playful to the overall demeanor of kids.

Aiming to make global children’s wear lines available in the Indian markets, Les Petits retails a range of international luxury children’s wear brands including Versace, Moschino, Dolce & Gabbana, and Fendi, etc. The business has launched a number of new labels in the country.

20 December 2023, Mumbai

Junior's Fashion Week (JFW) dazzled at The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, unveiling Lee Cooper Kids' collection amid opulence.

ZOOP by Titan, the accessory partner, and prime sponsor Kidsup elevated the spectacle, featuring iconic brands like Emporio Armani, GUESS, Stella McCartney, and Sonia Rykiel. Rookie USA's showcase added allure with Nike, Jordan, Levi's, and Converse. ZOOP, Titan's cherished kids' watch brand, embodied timeless style.

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The Lee Cooper Kids Club celebrated diversity, offering versatile, comfortable collections. JFW, a fusion of fashion and business, forged global alliances. Teaming up with Junior's Model Management, it empowered young talents, emphasizing "Confidence is Beautiful."

The event, organized by Junior’s Brands Private Limited, garnered recognition and drew high-net-worth buyers, influential mothers, and media channels. The Hyderabad edition promised radiant exposure and opportunities for brands and talents alike.

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16 December 2023, Mumbai

Recently concluded BRICS+ Fashion Summit's Business Program in Moscow delved into the transformative power of technology, with Indian expert Sunil Arora taking center stage. The focus: how these innovations can democratize the industry and open doors for emerging designers and brands.

The session, titled "Through the Metaverse: Blockchain, DAO, Web3 and other technologies democratizing the industry," tackled the question of harnessing new technologies for rapid advancement. Gone are the days when fashion was an exclusive club. Today, blockchain, Web3, and other emerging technologies are paving the way for a more inclusive and accessible future.

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Arora, Co-founder of Trace Network Labs and a veteran in digital transformation solutions for the fashion industry, challenged listeners to move beyond the "boring" conventions of traditional e-commerce. "What do you think is: how can consumers get out of the old boring scenario and turn to something more interesting?" he posed, urging the audience to embrace the exciting possibilities these new technologies offer.

From immersive metaverse experiences to decentralized ownership models, the discussions showcased the potential of technology to empower creators, reshape consumer engagement, and unlock new avenues for growth.

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Beyond the insightful talks, the BRICS+ Fashion Summit offered a rich tapestry of events, from captivating fashion shows by international designers to a bustling B2B showroom connecting brands with buyers. It served as a powerful testament to the global reach and collaborative spirit of the fashion industry, with India playing a key role in shaping its future.

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Increasing cash flow and focus on franchise-based expansion will help Arvind Fashions, become a zero-debt company in the next two years, says Kulin Lalbhai, Vice Chairman.

Owner of brands such as Arrow, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, Arvind Fashion has been registering higher cash flow as it continues to focus on a franchise-based expansion.

Rationalising its brand portfolio, Arvind Fashions has reduced the number of brands it owns to five from over 20. The company currently has a debt of Rs 300 crore. Three years ago, it embarked on a full-blown strategy to create large iconic brands in order to get operational efficiencies and profitability by scaling them up.

The portfolio restricting helped the company generate high returns on the capital employee and increase its cash flow, adds Lalbhai.

The company plans to increase the size of its stores for each of the brands by 25 per cent, adds Shailesh Chaturvedi, Managing Director, and CEO. This will help it expand its product range and introduce a new large retail format to house all its brands under one roof.

Another of the company’s aims is to grow sales by 12-15 per cent annually and improve EBITDA by 100 basis points every fiscal year, adds Chaturvedi.

The company is also launching a new store format over 3,000-4,000 sq ft in Bengaluru which will house all five brands under a single roof. This part, it plans to open around 200 EBOs every year through the franchise route.

The company recorded a 45 per cent Y-o-Y growth in revenues to Rs 4,421 in FY23 while net profit surged to Rs 88 crore.

Synk, the upscale men's shirt brand, aims to fortify its footprint in South India, unveiling plans to launch 50 new stores in the next six months.

Focusing on Kerala and Tamil Nadu, where the brand currently operates 50 stores, CEO Abdul Latheef Irfan emphasizes Synk's commitment to quality and affordability, challenging the industry's price-quality disparity.

The brand, under Deluxe Group, advocates for paying for quality rather than the brand, aiming to redefine fashion standards.

Fashion icon Manish Malhotra marks a milestone by opening his first flagship store in Dubai's Fashion Avenue at the prestigious Dubai Mall.

Amidst global luxury brands, the palatial ivory store embodies Malhotra's modern-India aesthetic.

Taking to Instagram, he expressed the emotional realization of his dream to showcase Indian craftsmanship globally, making the Dubai store a symbol of Indian culture and warm hospitality.

16 December 2023, Mumbai

The BRICS+ Fashion Summit in Moscow buzzed with collaboration and creative exchange, and fashion's symbiotic relationship with cinema took center stage. The session, aptly titled "Celebrity Style on and Off the Screen," brought together a panel of international experts, including the dazzling Bollywood actress Pavleen Gujral.

Gujral's unique perspective added a vibrant splash to the discussion. Unlike other industries, Bollywood embraces the extravagant, weaving fantastical stories with costumes to match. "Exaggerated costumes are part of the DNA of Bollywood," she declared, highlighting the stark contrast between on-screen glamour and everyday reality. Each actor transforms into a larger-than-life persona, meticulously crafted by dedicated personal stylists who wield fashion as their magic wand.

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Beyond Bollywood's dazzling spectacle, the session delved deeper into the intricate partnership between fashion and cinema. Does cinema set trends or reflect them? Is it a marketing tool, a platform for communication, or an endless source of inspiration? These thought-provoking questions sparked lively exchanges among the panelists, showcasing the diverse perspectives of the global film and fashion landscape.

Through Pavleen Gujral's insights and the broader session, the BRICS+ Fashion Summit shed light on the undeniable power of fashion in shaping cinematic narratives and captivating audiences. Bollywood's flamboyant costumes, while far removed from everyday wear, are more than just eye candy; they serve as potent storytelling devices, amplifying emotions and immersing viewers in fantastical worlds.

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This session served as a powerful reminder that fashion transcends mere trends; it weaves itself into the tapestry of storytelling, adding depth and dimension to the characters we love and the worlds we dream of.

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From Hollywood's red carpets to Bollywood's extravagant sets, fashion continues to be a potent force, influencing and being influenced by the silver screen. The BRICS+ Summit brought this vibrant partnership to the forefront, offering a glimpse into the future of this captivating intermingling of creativity and commerce.

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