New research from Guangdong University of Technology, set to be published in May 2024, found that wearing a pair of fast-fashion jeans just once creates a whopping 2.50 kg of carbon emissions. The environmental wear-and-tear of the pants is equivalent to driving 6.4 miles in an average gasoline-powered car.
Maison SL was named Womenswear Independent of the Year (<£1m turnover) at the Drapers Independents Awards 2023. Drapers finds out how owner Susana Lorena has retained customers over her 16 years in the lingerie industry.
Discover how Zara's budget-friendly brand, Lefties, is expanding to take on the competition from Shein. Find out how Lefties is capturing the value-focused market segment and offering affordable options to consumers.
Discover how Zara's budget-friendly brand, Lefties, is expanding to take on the competition from Shein. Find out how Lefties is capturing the value-focused market segment and offering affordable options to consumers.
Amid ongoing softness in China’s beauty market, brands are looking for ways to engage with consumers. Estée Lauder's collab with Shuting Qiu is the latest example.
Retailers are investing heavily in tier-2 cities in India due to the market potential and rising economic significance. Global and local brands like Zara, H&M, Adidas, Nike, Starbucks, Uniqlo, and Marks & Spencer are capitalizing on this trend. Jaipur, Lucknow, and Chandigarh have significant retail stock. CaratLane is expanding its store presence in tier-2 cities like Lucknow and Indore.
Global brands like Zara, H&M, Bugatti Fashion, La Vie en Rose, Adidas, Nike, West Elm, Starbucks, Uniqlo, and Marks & Spencer are growing rapidly in India. Small towns with brand-conscious buyers and rising disposable incomes are driving their expansion. International brands accounted for 25% of retail leasing in 2023, up from 14% the previous year. Canadian lingerie retailer La Vie en Rose debuted in India, while Rimowa, Bugatti Fashion, West Elm, and Victoria's Secret expanded their presence. In addition, several global brands have entered tier-II cities, capitalizing on the strong demand from smaller cities. Desi retailers, on the other hand, have slowed down their store expansion due to a focus on profitability and limited market opportunities.