27 May 2022, Mumbai:

ET Retai lplans to organize a series of Panel Discussions titled “Fashion Forward Series in partnership with Fashmates, a global leader in styling and outfitting content platforms.

These virtual discussions will bring together some of the most significant personalities in the Indian fashion retail industry, fashion influencers, technology solution providers, and industry experts.

The series would start with its first Panel Discussion on May 27, with the topic of discussion being “The Future of Fashion: Revamping Fashion Industry with CX Trends and Technology”

Retail fashion and e-Commerce are supplementing each other when it comes to delivering new trends directly to the consumer. The fashion industry is reaching new heights as e-Commerce has made Indian labels accessible to everyone.

Traditionally the custom-designed apparel markets cater to the needs of the consumers based in metropolitan cities but e-Commerce is democratizing this phenomenon by bringing the end customers to the chain and reducing the cost of store management and marketing.

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21 May 2022, Mumbai:

Gokaldas Exports is optimistic about the order book for FY23. The company continues to see growth opportunities, despite the expected uncertainty from a combination of headwinds and tailwinds.

For the January-March quarter (Q4FY22), Gokaldas Exports had reported the best quarterly performance driven by a growing order book and ability to weather supply chain disruptions.

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The company’s consolidated profit after tax (PAT) more-than-doubled to Rs 61 crore in Q4FY22 as against Rs 16 crore in the corresponding quarter last year.

Its consolidated earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) margin improved 170 bps QoQ and 365 bps YoY to 13.1 percent on account of positive operating leverage.

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Revenue grew 58 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 588 crore, which was the highest quarterly revenue, as against Rs 373 crore in Q4FY21. Export revenue increased by 58.3 percent YoY. Deep engagement with key customers and augmentation of capacity enabled strong revenue growth, the company said.

The primary drivers of growth were robust capacity expansion and a rapid ramp-up of production. Increased volume, better product mix, and improved operational efficiency all contributed to a growing operating profit. The year's performance reflects a growing order book and the company's ability to weather production and supply chain disruptions, it added.

For the entire financial year 2021-22 (FY22), consolidated profit after tax (PAT) jumped 342 percent YoY at Rs 117 crore, while operational revenue grew 47.9 percent YoY at Rs 1,790 crore. Ebitda's margin expanded 270 bps to 12 percent from 9.3 percent in FY21.

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19 May 2022, Mumbai:

Designer Masaba Gupta’s fashion and lifestyle brand House of Masaba organized a pop-up event in Nairobi, Kenya on May 14, 2022, in collaboration with Promoters Fashlore and Ranee Production.

The pop-up was organized to showcase House of Masaba’s spring/summer 2022 collection.

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The event featured a wide array of the brand’s fusion and occasion wear including lehengas, matching sets, and more casual pieces.

Before the pandemic, the brand House of Masaba held several pop-ups in the US, Thailand, and Indonesia among other locations.

In March this year, the brand held a pop-up shop in Dubai to mark its return to international shopping events.

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House of Masaba also launched its ‘Sanctuary ‘22’ collection of ‘luxe resort wear’.

The collection features brightly colored and printed cape sets in reds and mustard yellows with delicate and floral details.

Inspired by the descriptions of summer in the novel ‘The Great Gatsby’, the collection features glamorous and versatile looks.

This summer, House of Masaba launched a dedicated beauty and wellness range. Gupta also plans to launch the second season of her semi-autobiographical series on Netflix India.

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26 May 2022, Mumbai:

The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) will organize a multi-designer physical event on July 22, 2022, in New Delhi to celebrate the 15th anniversary of India Couture Week.

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India Couture Week was launched by the FDCI in 2008 in Mumbai.

Its debut event featured reputed designers like Anamika Khanna, Ashish Soni, JJ Valaya, Manav Gangwani, Manish Malhotra, Pallavi Jaikishan, Ritu Kumar, Rohit Bal, Suneet Varma, Tarun Tahiliani, and Varun Bahl.

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The event has helped Indian couturiers launch their collections internationally.

Names of designers participating in the latest event will be announced shortly. This will be followed by the next joint edition of FDCI X Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai from October 12-16, 2022.

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21 May 2022, Mumbai:

Womenswear and accessories brand MoonRaylaunched its latest collection in Mumbai in collaboration with The Style Story.

MoonRay set up shop at the Peace Haven in Bandra to launch its spring/ summer 2022 collection of printed dresses, bold separates, and crochet creations.

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The Style Story pop-up concept was designed to give Mumbai’s shoppers the opportunity to discover new brands and it showcases numerous up-and-coming labels in Mumbai.

MoonRay’s new collection was designed mindfully to create a free-spirited and conscious fashion line that speaks the language of art, innovation, and compassion.

The brand has sought sustainable materials from its launch and uses upcycled fabric scraps and waste-minimizing manufacturing techniques.

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Half of the womenswear brand Jade by Monica and Karishma, KarishmaSwali, launched MoonRay with her daughter Avantika in December last year.

The brand targets a millennial and Gen Z audience and is positioned in the bridge-to-luxury segment of the market.

The brand also donates 50 percent of its proceeds to support children’s education and animal welfare through NGOs, according to its website.

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18 May 2022, Mumbai:

To celebrate its 35th anniversary, multi-brand luxury fashion boutique Ensemble has teamed up with women’s wear brand 431-88 by Shweta Kapur to launch a ready-to-wear collection.

This year 431-88 by Shweta Kapur also celebrates its tenth anniversary in the industry.

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The two businesses have collaborated to launch a capsule collection of summer getaways from daytime activities to lounging and evening events.

The exclusive line ranges from crush-free, iron-proof pre-draped saris for destination weddings to trench coats that can be layered over these saris.

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Other notable items in the collection include a white shirt with subtle diamanté embellishments, a royal blue oversized kurta top, and red and neutral glittering sarees.

The collection is designed to be worn at home or abroad. Kapur’s brand was launched in New Delhi in 2012. The brand describes its clothing as ‘designed for regular women doing exceptional things.’

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23 May 2022, Mumbai:

Revenge shopping will help homegrown footwear and apparel brand Woodland to grow over 20 percent and claw back to the pre-pandemic levels with a top line of over Rs 1,200 crore this fiscal, says Harikirat Singh, Promoter and Managing Director.

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The New Delhi-based company -- which entered the country 25 years ago, is the market leader in the category, selling over 5 million pairs annually.

Owned by Aero Club, the privately-held Woodland closed FY22 with Rs 1,000 crore in revenues. The company sells its footwear mostly in premium athleisure range for outdoors, accessories -- including apparel and deos and men's personal wears through Woodland, and super-premium Wood labels through 500 company-owned-and-company operated exclusive stores and over 5,000 multibrand retailers.

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Almost 50 percent of the sales come from these exclusive stores, 20-25 percent from exports primarily to the UAE and other MENA markets, South Africa, Russia, and Canada' and the rest from other retailers, Singh said.

Before the pandemic, the company had 600 exclusive stores. It plans to add 20-25 stores this year.

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19 May 2022, Mumbai:

AM, the new ready-to-wear range by Mumbai-based bridal and traditional wear designer Arpita Mehta is designed to translate her signature opulent aesthetic into versatile pieces for daily wear.

*As per a Fashion Network report, the range addsMehta’s signature mirror work and traditional craft techniques to fusion style garments for a modern and wearable statement.

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The seasonless range is designed with layerable pieces for year-round use. Its bohemian-style ensembles are designed to work for everything from a beach wedding to a city break in Europe.

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Some of the notable items from the new line include a range of ‘Mehendi kaftans’ which come in bright reds and yellows and feature fringe and mirror detailing as well as metallic bralets with 3D details. Capes, loose trousers, and sets also feature in AM’s maiden collection which is titled ‘René.

The line launched with a campaign shot by The House of Pixels and styled with MohitRai featuring jewellery by TyaaniJewellery. The new line retails on Arpita Mehta’s dedicated e-commerce store.

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CREDITS: A Fashion Network report.

16 May 2022, Mumbai:

Tilted ‘Spring in the City, the Spring/Summer 2022 by Ri Ritu Kumar recounts an exciting tale of tailored designs and blends modern beauty with traditional designs.

The ready-to-wear collection reflects the essence of an urban Indian woman through alluring prints, tasteful colors, and intricate craftsmanship on soft silk fabrics.

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The collection echoes the wardrobe choices of the new-age bride. It underscores the message to cherish the good in our lives.

Designer Ritu Kumar started her eponymous brand in 1969. Over the years, the brand has gained a huge following amongst Bollywood ‘It girls’ and style icons including Tara Sutaria, Priyanka Chopra, etc.

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The brand is renowned for its distinctive use of colors, quality of fabrics, intricate embroideries, and a gloriously rich Indian aesthetic.

Since the company was built on the patronage of craftspeople, it has created significant employment opportunities in underdeveloped areas. Over the years it has patronized several organizations working in these areas and helped in developing skills and taking them to the market.

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