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Fashion 19-04-2022

Aarke Ritu Kumar expands with a new store in Gurugram

19 April 2022, Mumbai:

Affordable designerwear brand Aarké Ritu Kumar opened a new store in Gurugram. Sprawling across 10,000 sq ft, the new store boasts elegant interiors and minimalist styling.

It beautifully captures the culture and aesthetics of the brand and offers a wide range of everyday wear in multiple colors and designs.

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Amrish Kumar, Managing Director, and Creative Director, Aarké says, the new store reflects the true essence of the brand and welcomes patrons to experience its beauty themselves.

Within a year of its expansion, the brand aims to open more stores across Delhi, Noida, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Siliguri, Indore, Mumbai, Rajkot, and Pune.

It also plans to launch a new collection of kurtas, tunics, dresses, suit-sets, tops and bottom wear, to cater to the various needs of a multitasking urban woman.

Aarke Ritu Kumar also retails through other stores in Mumbai, Bengaluru and Jalandhar, along with its own website, and is also present on e-commerce portals such as Myntra, Tata Cliq and Nykaa Fashion.

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Fashion 19-04-2022

Aarke Ritu Kumar expands with a new store in Gurugram

Piyush Goyal: Addresses convocation ceremony of 2020 -21 NIFT Mumbai-batch

18 April 2022, Mumbai:

Work towards making India the global fashion capital, Union Minister Piyush Goyal urges young NIFT graduates.

Union Minister for Commerce & Industry and Textiles Piyush Goyal today urged the young NIFT graduates to work towards making India the fashion capital of the world.

Addressing the Convocation Ceremony of the National Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai, Goyal said Indian designers and artists have the skill sets and innovative ideas.

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He added that Indian designers including NIFT graduates are doing phenomenal work globally.

Exhorting the graduating students, Union Minister Goyal said, “Each one of you is a dreamer; you come up with new ideas, new designs, and new concepts”.

Citing the example of local Kolhapuri chappals and Paithani saris, Union Minister further said “the traditional Indian arts and handicrafts have the capability to become global fashion trends”.

Goyal said, “As students of design, each one of you represents a deep sensitivity.

Lauding the talent of the NIFT students, the Textiles Minister said many of the NIFT graduates would soon start designing for Bollywood.

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CREDITS: PBI (The news article has not been edited by DFU Publications staff)

Fashion 18-04-2022

Piyush Goyal: Addresses convocation ceremony of 2020 -21 NIFT Mumbai-batch

FRL’s meetings of shareholders & creditors illegal, says Amazon

14 April 2022, Mumbai:

Amazon has warned Future Retail against holding shareholder and creditors meetings to approve the sale of retail assets to Reliance Retail. The US e-commerce giant has termed these meetings illegal and said, they would not only breach 2019 agreement but also violate a Singapore arbitral tribunal’s injunction on the sale of FRL’s assets to Reliance Retail.

A Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) arbitrator had in October 2020 restrained FRL from signing a deal with Reliance Retail until the outcome of the Amazon’s petition was finalized. It had warned the retailer against acting contrary to the ruling.

The meetings of FRL are scheduled on April 20 and 21 as the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) allowed the retailer to hold these meetings in February for considering a scheme of arrangements to sell its assets to Reliance Retail.

Fashion 14-04-2022

Dhruv Kapoor S/S’22 collection combines old & new designs

11 April 2022, Mumbai:

The latest Spring/Summer 2022 collection of designer Dhruv Kapoor combines old and new silhouettes, colors, and handcrafted details.

The collection is inspired by the poster designs of the 70s, hand-embroidered floral designs, and stylized landscapes mixed with tones of digital violet.

Contemporary Indian women’s and menswear designer, Kapoor launched his brand in 2015.

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His collections use a mix of custom prints and textiles by Indian hand embroiderers and textile artisans.

They are defined by juxtaposed elements and great attention to detail, with an emphasis on tailoring and an eclectic use of materials.

All of Kapoor's collections aim to go beyond gender stereotypes and conventions while being focused on the research for new perspectives and an emphasis on cultural diversity.

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Around 40 percent of his collection is created by upcycling discarded textiles from domestic manufacturers.

Kapoor also supports ethical and solidarity fashion projects besides pursuing social change initiatives.

He collaborates with NGOs like Hothur Foundation that develop projects to create new employment opportunities and uplift and preserve skilled hand-work artisans.

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CREDITS: Spin Off report.

Fashion 11-04-2022

Dhruv Kapoor S/S’22 collection combines old & new designs

House of Vian expands retail footprint

16 April 2022, Mumbai:

The luxury footwear and accessories brand House of Vian has expanded its retail footprint by opening its first-ever flagship store in New Delhi in the multi-brand shopping destination The Dhan Mill.

The new store is a pastel pink cavern filled with glass shelves displaying its glittering juttis and heels.

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Having a pink central island sofa for trying footwear on, the store also boasts of hinging gold furnishings that complement the brand’s accessories.

The storehouses more casual sandals for day looks as well as bridal footwear for wedding trousseaus.

It also offers a range of beaded clutches and handbags.

The brand has also launched a collaborative collection of embellished juttis with the traditional wear brand RidhiMehra. The collection retails at DLF Emporio Mall in New Delhi and at the RidhiMehra flagship store.

Launched in 2015, House of Vianretails from its dedicated e-commerce store and a number of multi-brand luxury boutiques including Aza, Aashni and Co, Pernia’s Pop-Up-Shop, Ogaan, and Carma.

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CREDITS: Fashion Network report.

Fashion 16-04-2022

Future Market Insights Research Report On Women’s Luxury Footwear Market

13 April 2022, Mumbai:

High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWI) and Working Women Catalyzing Women’s Luxury Footwear Market Expansion: FMI Report.

The recent past has observed an increase in the number of HNWI population in 2021. Globally, the HNWI population reached 22.4 million, and their total wealth accounted for US$ 61,275 Bn in 2021.

Europe accounted for the high growth rate of the HNWI population, with almost 5.6 Mn HNWI population.

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This leads to the high purchasing power of individuals.

In addition, the growing working women population and women’s labor force participation in regions such as Japan, the United Kingdom, and France help increase their purchasing power to buy luxury footwear.

On the back of these factors, the women’s luxury footwear market is estimated to be valued at US$ 30 Bn in 2022, and expected to expand at a healthy CAGR during the forecast period of 2022-2029. In 2022, worldwide sales of women’s luxury footwear are mostly contributed by sandals and flats casual as compared to other categories (boots, heels & pumps, and casual, sneakers & sports shoes) in the market.

Key Takeaways

- Women’s Luxury Footwear Market · Europe is expected to remain prominent in the global women’s luxury footwear market, owing to the high concentration of luxury footwear manufacturers such as JIMMY CHOO PLC, Hermes, Christian Dior, Gucci, Chanel, etc.

Top Trends in Women’s Luxury Footwear Market

The women’s footwear market contributes a high market revenue share as compared to men’s. Changing lifestyles, growing fashion concerns, and celebrity endorsements have a significant impact on the global footwear market.

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Fashion 13-04-2022

Future Market Insights Research Report On Women’s Luxury Footwear Market

FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week: Where glamour met luxury

09 April 2022, Mumbai:

A celebration of style and luxury.

To create unforgettable experiences that seamlessly integrate fashion and the world of automobiles NEXA collaborated with FDCI X Lakmé Fashion Week recently.

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NEXA, in collaboration with designer Tarun Tahiliani, presented the new luxury pret line Global Indian to mark the grand close of day four at the recently concluded FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week.

Kriti Sanon looked stunning as the showstopper for the collection which echoed the master couturier's signature drapery combined with technology-resulting in a one-of-a-kind collection that is structured, sleek, and aerodynamic for women and men alike.

Designer Tarun Tahiliani added, "What better way to show our new streamlined, sleek, aerodynamic, India modern collection for the Global Indian, in collaboration with NEXA - one of the proudest Indian stories in the automotive sector.

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CREDITS: TOI Dt 09-04-2022
The news article has not been edited by DFU Publications staff

Fashion 09-04-2022

FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week: Where glamour met luxury

Bavincis launches first e-commerce website for Indian customers

15 April 2022, Mumbai:

Fashion accessories brand Bavincis has launched its first e-commerce site for Indian customers.

This initiative will help the brand showcase a wide range of fashion accessories to a vast customer base across the country.

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Headed by Dhruvin Lakhankiya, Founders, Bavincis has established a strong foothold in the industry with high-quality products like watches, sunglasses, and a host of other fashion accessories.

The brand’s products attracted a wide customer base within a short time of its online launch.

The move aims to bring the brand’s products on par with international standards of quality. The products are affordable and available at select offline stores only.

Lakhankiya aims to penetrate deeper by adding more offline stores to its portfolio. He also aims to take his brand to the next level by boosting its online presence.

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Fashion 15-04-2022

Bavincis launches first e-commerce website for Indian customers

Navyasa by Liva opens fifth store in Mumbai

12 April 2022, Mumbai:

Navyasa by Liva; a contemporary saree brand from the house of Aditya Birla Group, has expanded its retail presence by opening its fifth store at Phoenix Palladium, Mumbai.

The store is aesthetically designed to suit the fashion sensibilities of the young audience with its artfully decorated and vibrant interior just like the saree collection itself.

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The store will be an experience in itself with a magic mirror which is a digital marvel for shoppers. Navyasa by Liva is the first saree brand to use magic mirror, a cutting-edge digital technology. It allows you to browse and virtually try on 150+ saree styles.

Navyasa by Liva sarees are fluid, flowy and are made with nature-based fabric Liva.

They allow women to move around with spirited optimism and #freetobe in their element as well as explore life comfortably whether at work, party, lunch or a cafe.

The collection features ethereal prints and chic styles. Each saree tells a colour-rich story with a modern twist.

The unique bold designs and diverse themes are designed to allow style to converge with fashion. Renowned designers Abir and Nanki, along with the internal design team at Liva have been instrumental in bringing the collection alive.

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Fashion 12-04-2022

Navyasa by Liva opens fifth store in Mumbai

Levi's x Deepika Padukone Collaboration 2.0

09 April 2022, Mumbai:

A summer collection inspired by Deepika's style.

"FOR ME, THE SECOND SEASON OF MY COLLABORATION WITH THE BRAND IS WHAT SUMMER TRULY FEELS LIKE; BRIGHT, JOYFUL AND HAPPY," Deepika Padukone.

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After a successful first season, the second season of Levi's x Deepika Padukone is here.
The collection is forward-looking, full of fun, and represents all things summer.

Inspired by leisure-meets-effortlessly sexy style, the collection features elevated dyeing techniques, hybrid silhouettes, and utility elements in a mix of spirit-lifting colours and earthy neutrals.

Taking a cue from the 1970s, the collection is a little looser and slouchier, but unequivocally Levi's.
"For me, the second season collaboration with the brand is what summer truly feels like; bright, joyful, and happy.

It's a reflection of my personal style, married with what is quintessential Levi's," said Deepika Padukone.