- 21. Zara opens first brick-and-mortar store in Ahmedabad
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- 23 February 2024, Mumbai Zara opened its first brick-and-mortar store in Ahmedabad in the city’s Palladium Mall, measuring over 27,000 sq ft. The store is the brand’s second outlet in the state of Gujarat. ...
- Created on 30 November -0001
- 22. Snitch’s 30-day fashion cycle, where data and discipline drive Rs 520 cr growth
- (Apparel)
- ... 2025. Outpacing the old guard India’s fast-fashion market, estimated at $39.74 billion by 2032, is becoming a battleground. Global giants like Zara and H&M command brand equity, while domestic ...
- Created on 04 November 2025
- 23. From Tops to Tuesday Mornings: How a new business model is creating winner brands
- (Apparel)
- ... a single brand promise: living on the edge. This is OBM in its purest form merchandising a state of being rather than a product category. • Data-informed curation: Retailers like Zara leverage real-time ...
- Created on 28 October 2025
- 24. From high streets to mass markets, GST brings affordable fashion to the forefront
- (Apparel)
- ... premium apparel. The hike to 18 per cent GST for garments above Rs 2,500 puts brands like Zara, Levi’s, Lacoste, and Superdry in a difficult spot. For global retailers, India’s premium fashion market is ...
- Created on 16 September 2025
- 25. Shifting consumer tastes opening India's doors to global brand
- (Apparel)
- ... newcomers. Zara and H&M: These fast-fashion giants have adopted an aggressive expansion strategy, opening numerous stores in major metros and leveraging online platforms. Their affordable pricing and ...
- Created on 10 September 2025
- 26. The new math of India’s fashion retail is sales per sq. ft. over store footprint
- (Apparel)
- ... from Zara to Reliance Trends are investing heavily in omnichannel ecosystems, integrating apps, loyalty programs, and in-store tech to ensure frictionless movement across platforms. Fashion Guru Digital-first ...
- Created on 03 September 2025
- 27. The new literacy test for fashion brands, reaching consumers who read less, think less
- (Apparel)
- ... If a campaign feels too abstract or ‘pretentious’, it may be ignored by a less engaged consumer. Join our community Fast Fashion’s struggle with nuances Retailers like Zara and H&M thrive on simplicity ...
- Created on 28 August 2025
- 28. The Slow Fashion Winner: How Fabindia is outpacing fast fashion giants
- (Apparel)
- ... brands like Zara and H&M struggle with excess inventory and thin margins, Fabindia, a 64-year-old homegrown company rooted in Indian craft traditions, is quietly thriving. It’s not just resisting the fast ...
- Created on 06 August 2025
- 29. India’s dual-speed fashion boom, where mass meets magnificence
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- ... Performance indicators of major fast fashion retailers (FY24-25) Retailer Revenue (Rs cr) Avg order value in Rs Estimated reach Zara 2,769 4,000–4,500 ...
- Created on 01 August 2025
- 30. Littlebox raises Rs 17.5 crore funds to upgrade the company’s tech portfolio
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- 31 July 2025, Mumbai A rapidly expanding Indian fast fashion brand primarily targeting Gen Z consumers, Littlebox has successfully raised Rs 17.5 crore in a recent seed funding round. The round was co-led ...
- Created on 31 July 2025
- 31. From Cribs to Catwalks: The meteoric rise of India’s kid’s wear market
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- ... digital Trusted legacy, value pricing Zara Kids, H&M Kids Premium global fashion Fast fashion cycles, urban trend appeal FirstCry, Hopscotch Online-first, ...
- Created on 28 July 2025
- 32. Who’s dressing the Indian man? D2C labels challenge legacy fashion brands
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- ... catering to a broader audience looking for stylish yet accessible options. • Accessible premium: The ‘OG disruptor’ Rare Rabbit, along with The Pant Project (TPP) and Zara, are catering to the design ...
- Created on 22 July 2025
- 33. Indian Fashion's Youthquake: How Gen Z is redefining retail and shaking legacy brand
- (Apparel)
- ... tremors. In just 12 months, once-booming growth figures for international behemoths fell. Table: Global brand’s India growth trends Brand Previous growth Current growth ZARA ...
- Created on 24 June 2025
- 34. The Next Fashion Frontier: Why global brands are betting big on India
- (Apparel)
- ... brands aren’t just observing India’s transformation from the sidelines—they’re doubling down on their presence and tailoring their strategies to meet local demands. Zara and H&M have expanded their footprints, ...
- Created on 19 June 2025
- 35. Nike expands Mumbai presence with new store in Borivali
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- ... marks a significant step in Nike’s expansion throughout Mumbai’s western suburbs. Situated within Oberoi Sky City Mall, the latest store features a variety of international brands like Zara, H&M, Louis ...
- Created on 19 June 2025
- 36. Blackstone acquires South City Mall in Kolkata for Rs 3,250 crore, Anarock advises deal
- (Apparel)
- ... retail and lifestyle brands, including Pantaloons, Zara, Shoppers Stop, Tommy Hilfiger, Levi’s, Only, Armani, Calvin Klein, The Collective, United Colours of Benetton, Adidas, Puma, Fab India, M A C, Skechers, ...
- Created on 18 June 2025
- 37. From Guangzhou to Gujarat: How Shein is reengineering fast fashion in India
- (Apparel)
- ... along with global giants H&M and Zara, are already entrenched in the market. Shein’s return will require clear differentiation—not just in price, but also in style, speed, and consumer experience. Moreover, ...
- Created on 16 June 2025
- 38. From Concept to Closet: The journey of Indian fashion entrepreneurs
- (Apparel)
- ... entrepreneurs face stiff competition from retail giants like Reliance Trends, Lifestyle, and international players like Zara and H&M. These brands enjoy expansive retail footprints and deep consumer trust. ...
- Created on 12 June 2025
- 39. Inditex registers slowest sales growth in India during FY25
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- 12 June, Mumbai 2025 Spanish owner of fashion giant Zara, Inditex experienced its slowest sales growth in India during FY25, excluding the pandemic period. The world's largest fashion group is contending ...
- Created on 12 June 2025
- 40. Chasing luxury segment and young consumers, global fashion brands flock to India
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- ... Its sister brand Sandro is also expected to follow soon. Spanish fast-fashion label Bershka, from the Inditex group (Zara's parent company), opened a store in Mumbai, adding to the competitive yet exciting ...
- Created on 09 June 2025
