28 August 2023, Mumbai

India has the potential to become the USPA's largest market. It currently accounts for more than 15% of the brand's worldwide business and is the third largest market after the United States and Turkey.

USPA has seen strong growth in India

• The brand was introduced to India in 2009 by its Indian licensee, Arvind Fashions.
• It took the company 10 years to reach Rs 1000 crore in revenue from USPA, but it is now on track to achieve the next Rs 1000 crore within five years.
• This acceleration underscores the brand's consistent growth in India.

USPA plans to expand its presence in India

Arvind Fashions plans to open 50 new retail stores for USPA annually, with an increasing store size trend. The company also plans to extend USPA's reach to tier 3 towns in addition to tier 1 and 2 cities.

USPA has maintained its value proposition and appeal in India

Despite the presence of global competitors like Zara and Uniqlo, USPA has maintained its value proposition and appeal in India.

USPA expects to sustain its growth momentum in India

USPA expects to sustain its growth momentum in India, even in a world marked by rising interest rates, inflation, and political volatility.

Arvind Ltd may extend its manufacturing services to US Polo's global operations. Currently, over 90% of manufacturing for USPA in India is domestic.

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26 August 2023, Mumbai 

Mumbai's Fashion Maven
Karishma Swali, a designer driven by a three-decade love for Indian textiles and savvy global business acumen, holds a prominent role as both the creative force behind Mumbai's Chanakya International atelier and the Chanakya School of Craft.
She's also a significant figure in the couture brand Jade and the luxury ready-to-wear brand Moonray, earning her an influential stature in Indian fashion.

Couture and Recognition
Swali's impact extends across domains, but it's her imprint on Indian bridalwear and upscale couture that defines her legacy. For over a decade, her name has been synonymous with these realms.
The turning point arrived with Dior's autumn 2023 show in Mumbai, catapulting Swali and Chanakya to the global stage, directing an unprecedented spotlight towards Indian fashion.

Conserving Heritage with Vision
Reflecting on this achievement, Swali amusingly remarks, "Though it may seem we materialized out of thin air, we've been deeply engaged in preserving, rejuvenating, and innovating Indian arts since 1986." Chanakya, founded by her father Vinod Shah, aimed to unveil India's artisanal heritage globally.

Luxury Collaborations
Chanakya's client list reads like a luxury who's who, encompassing names like Balenciaga, Gucci, Prada, and more.
The Dior association traces back to Maria Grazia Chiuri's stint as creative director in 2016, a connection rooted in a 27-year relationship with Swali, originating from their shared time at Fendi.

Cultural Fusion and Opinions
Dior's grand Mumbai show cemented Chanakya's name with Dior's legacy, featuring an impressive 46-foot embroidered installation framed by iconic Indian landmarks. Despite mixed opinions on Dior's collection, Chanakya's craftsmanship garnered unanimous acclaim. Swali's focus, however, remains on the horizon.

Artistic Resonance and Progress
Post-Dior, Chanakya unveiled "Muḷ Mathi," an immersive exhibition featuring monumental textile art pieces and a wealth of explorations from their archives. Swali envisions expanding the influence of the Chanakya School of Craft, emphasizing women's empowerment in artisanal mastery.

Globalizing Craft Education
Swali aims to globalize the school's reach, sharing expertise and learning with underserved craft communities worldwide. She underscores that craft defies boundaries and is a core element of design language.

Cultural Appropriation and Craft Knowledge
Swali navigates the cultural appropriation debate with a focus on preserving techniques and celebrating the cultural and environmental value of craftsmanship. Craft's universality, as seen in techniques like the satin stitch, underpins diverse identities.

A Vision for Shared Craft
Swali concludes, "We're willing to share this knowledge whether it benefits a community in Mexico, Malawi, or Mumbai." Her journey encapsulates a fusion of art, heritage, and global vision, propelling her to the forefront of Indian fashion.

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19 August 2023, Mumbai

Renowned designer and entrepreneur, Tarun Tahiliani envisions India’s transformation can be achieved through a distinctive blend of Indian and global aesthetics.

Demonstrability

He believes that this can be achieved through a unique blend of Indian and global aesthetics, thereby creating a unique luxury contribution.

Tahiliani's personal design ethos, labeled as "India Modern," was exemplified during his recent showcase at India Couture Week in New Delhi.

His personal design ethos, which he calls "India Modern," was on display at his recent show at India Couture Week in New Delhi.

Vision for India

Emphasizing this vision, Tahiliani conveyed that by India's 2047 milestone to emerge as a global fashion powerhouse when India celebrates 100 years of freedom, its fashion industry should wield global influence akin to renowned fashion nations such as France, Italy, and Japan.

He emphasized this vision by saying that by 2047, India's fashion industry should be as influential as those of France, Italy, and Japan.

He accentuates the need for a seamless integration of contemporary Indian allure with worldwide appeal, ultimately generating a captivating fusion.

He stressed the importance of seamlessly integrating traditional Indian beauty with global appeal to create a truly unique and appealing style.

Great inheritance

Tahiliani aspires for India's fashion sector to be a beacon of respectable employment, leveraging its rich craft heritage to empower its workforce.

He hopes that India's fashion industry will become a source of good jobs, using its rich heritage of craftsmanship to empower its workers.

With unwavering determination, he embarks on this enduring journey toward the 2047 aspiration.

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28 August 2023, Mumbai

Established in 2006, Woman's Plaza is a luxury fashion brand that nurtures creativity and showcases avant-garde fashion labels.

The company offers the exclusive privilege of accessing designer apparel, ensuring a consistently refined selection is available. Woman's Plaza meticulously selects pieces from the industry's most esteemed designers, providing a diverse array of options for all occasions.

Straight from the oven

The latest collection features renowned designers such as Basanti, Miku Kumar, Sionnah, Arpita Sulakshana, and Ritika Mirchandani. The collection embodies impeccable harmony and refined elegance, making it an excellent choice for the upcoming Raksha Bandhan festival.

Woman's Plaza thrives on providing an elevated and exclusive shopping experience, with a vision to be a global leader in retail. Woman's Plaza strives to provide an elevated and exclusive shopping experience, with a vision to be a global leader in retail.

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14 August 2023, Mumbai

The Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) and the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) have announced the winners of the 36th edition of the GenNext designers' showcase, a sought-after talent discovery program. Arnav Malhotra (No Grey Area), Sonam Khetan (Sonam Khetan), and Prasoon Sharma (Triune) have been selected as the winners.

Unveils fresh line-Up

The shortlisted designers' collections were assessed by a panel of industry stalwarts, including Harman Dhillon of Hindustan Unilever Limited, renowned designer Amit Aggarwal, and others.

The panel was impressed by the designers' creativity, craftsmanship, and vision for the future of fashion.

The GenNext designers' showcase is a platform for emerging designers to showcase their work to a wider audience.

Platform to perform

It is an opportunity for them to gain exposure and recognition, and to connect with potential buyers and partners. The winners of the GenNext designers' showcase will have the opportunity to showcase their collections at the upcoming Lakme Fashion Week in New Delhi from October 11 to 15.

co-hosted

This initiative, co-hosted by LFW and FDCI, embodies a commitment to nurturing young creative minds that shape the future of global fashion. The GenNext designers' showcase is a stepping stone for emerging designers to launch their careers and make their mark on the fashion world.

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