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Dear Readers, India’s fashion retail landscape continues to evolve at an accelerated pace, and at the heart of this evolution lies the robust engine of franchising. In this July edition of IMAGES Business of Fashion, we spotlight the stories of prominent franchisees across the country as they share their journeys—successes, challenges, and critical insights that define this dynamic business model.
What becomes evident through their voices is that franchising in India has grown far beyond being a mere route to market, it has become a powerful driver of growth, collaboration, and regional entrepreneurship. From global icons like Levi’s, Adidas, Celio, and Tanishq to nimble Indian brands, franchising has enabled scale while preserving local relevance.
Franchisors bring brand strength, operational know-how, and marketing frameworks. But the true momentum comes from franchisees who contribute deep-rooted local knowledge, people leadership, and a willingness to invest in long-term brand building. Today’s franchisees are more than just store operators—they are brand custodians, experience creators, and market influencers.

Juicy Couture Opens 1st India EBO in Lucknow's Phoenix Palassio Mall

Juicy Couture, the iconic Los Angeles-based fashion brand, has launched its first Exclusive Brand Outlet in India. The store has opened in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, at the upscale Phoenix Palassio Mall.

1 mins

Malabar Gold & Diamonds Marks 400th Showroom Worldwide

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has reached a major milestone with the launch of its 400th showroom at Sector 18, Noida. This landmark marks a signi cant step in the brand’s ambitious global and domestic expansion plans.

1 mins

The House of Rare Unveils Flagship Store in Hyderabad

The House of Rare has launched a new flagship store in the upscale locality of Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. Spread across 10,500 sq. ft. and spanning four levels, the new flagship store unites all four brand verticals under one roof:

1 mins

Amazon Beautyverse 2025 Unites Beauty Lovers Ahead of Prime Day

Amazon India brought Mumbai alive with A beauty, tech, and star power as it hosted the second edition of Amazon Beautyverse, an exclusive, invite-only event ahead of Prime Day 2025.

1 mins

Rishi Suri Joins FCI Group After 16 Years at The LYCRA Company

Textile and fashion industry veteran Rishi Suri has joined UKbased textile and apparel conglomerate FCI Group, following a 16-year tenure at The LYCRA Company, as announced by him on social media.

1 mins

Brand Concepts Brings Off-White to India in Partnership with Sportlux

Brand Concepts Ltd., a leading fashion retail house in India, has signed a long-term distribution agreement with Dubai-based Sportlux General Trading to bring global fashion powerhouse Off-White to Indian shores.

1 mins

FRANCHISE FIRST A Strategic Blueprint for Scaling Fashion Retail in India

Franchising represents a strategic growth path, balancing capital efficiency, operational oversight, and evolving market dynamics-offering brands a smarter, scalable blueprint for expansion.

10+ mins

FROM SCREEN TIME TO STAGE TIME

The Rise of Live Events in India's Youth Culture

5 mins

"CLOSE - TO - SEASON" FASHION TRENDS

An Insight into Luxury Menswear Trends by NIFT VisioNxt

1 mins

Sole Purpose: How ECCO is Bringing Scandinavian Comfort to India

At the heart of ECCO's design ethos lies the philosophy of 'form follows function', where timeless Scandinavian aesthetics meet performance-first engineering.

8 mins

Sustainability in Style The Roar for Good Journey

Roar for Good is expanding through influencer collaborations, curated marketplaces, and offline formats, building a loyal, conscious consumer base aligned with its purpose-driven mission.

7 mins

Fashion with Intention Uni Style Image’s Enduring Legacy

From anti-chemical polos and minimalist packaging to garments designed to withstand over 50 washes, USI’s products embody durability and integrity.

3 mins

FRANCHISE FOR GROWTH Driving India’s Retail Revolution Locally

Franchising has emerged as a vital driver of retail expansion in India's Tier II and III cities, where aspirational consumers are increasingly seeking branded experiences that blend affordability, accessibility, and trust.

10+ mins

SRI DEVI GROUP

Sri Devi Group (SDG) is a prominent player in India's fashion and lifestyle retail industry, known for its expansive footprint and strong partnerships with leading national and international brands. With operations spread across exclusive brand outlets and multi-brand formats, the group has established itself through a strategic mix of customer-centric retailing, technology adoption, and deep understanding of regional markets.

2 mins

ADONIS GROUP

Adonis Group is a dynamic, family-led business conglomerate with a formidable presence in the distribution and retailing of apparel and lifestyle products.

4 mins

ABACUS LIFESTYLE BRANDS LTD.

Abacus Lifestyle Brands Ltd. has emerged as a leading multi-brand retail powerhouse with a diversified presence across fashion, footwear, jewelry, and home furnishings. The company began its journey in 2004 as an offline retail solutions provider for Spykar, managing B2C and B2B operations, including inventory, marketing, and exclusive brand outlets. By 2007, Abacus had already launched 25 exclusive retail stores, generating significant wholesale traction through strategic partnerships.

2 mins

SOLAR GROUP

Established in 1992, Solar Group is one of India's most experienced and diversified fashion and lifestyle retail franchise companies.

3 mins

SHAKAMBHARI ENTERPRISES

Headquartered in Lucknow, Shakambhari Enterprises is a leading retail powerhouse known for its expansive network of brand-exclusive stores across Uttar Pradesh. With a sharp focus on premium products and customer-centric service, the company has become a trusted name among discerning shoppers in Tier II and III cities.

3 mins

ANSA FASHION PVT. LTD.

Ansa Fashion Private Limited is a dynamic retail and business outsourcing company, incorporated on January 2, 2019, and headquartered in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Led by directors Noor Malhotra and Sushil Kumar Malhotra, the company has quickly made a mark in North India's retail landscape through operational excellence and strategic brand partnerships.

3 mins

PRIMARC RETAIL

What began in 1978 as a modest 100 sq. ft. multi-brand clothing outlet in Kolkata's Poddar Court by visionary entrepreneur Nand Kishore Pansari has evolved into one of East India's most respected retail institutions.

3 mins

PREMIUM LIFESTYLE & FASHION INDIA PVT. LTD.

Premium Lifestyle & Fashion India Pvt. Ltd. (PLFIPL) is a leading multi-brand retail powerhouse, known for introducing iconic global and Indian labels to consumers across the country.

4 mins

MAYANK DISTRIBUTORS PVT. LTD.

Mayank Distributors Pvt. Ltd. is a Rajasthan based retail group operating leading brand stores such as USPA, Puma, Asics, Reebok, Being Human, along with some stores in Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh. With a mission to deliver exceptional, experience-led retail across fashion and lifestyle, the company is known for blending innovation with trust. Driven by a vision to become India's most dynamic and community-driven retail force, it continues to grow purposefully— connecting people through fashion, fitness, and authentic brand engagement.

2 mins

PANCHANAN INTERNATIONAL PVT. LTD.

Founded in 1998, Panchanan International Pvt. Ltd. has established itself as a trusted and credible force in the distribution and retail industry across North India.

2 mins

MARDA RETAIL

Founded in 1997, Marda Retail has established itself as a prominent force in India's fashion retail landscape.

1 mins

SBE UNIQUE RETAILS PVT. LTD.

SBE Unique Retails Pvt. Ltd. (popularly known as Balaji Retail) is a powerhouse in the Indian retail sector, known for its dynamic growth and multi-brand franchise leadership. Founded in 2006 by D. Balu with a single Reebok store, the company's journey gained momentum when K. Pradeep joined.

2 mins

150 SACRED LIFESTYLE

Led by Abhimanyu Bhandari, Sacred Lifestyle has become a growing force in North India's retail landscape through its diversified franchise portfolio. With a presence across Jammu, Udhampur, and Srinagar, the company continues to scale its footprint by partnering with leading fashion and lifestyle brands. Sacred Lifestyle's approach blends sharp market insight with a commitment to long-term growth, making it a notable name in regional retail franchising.

2 mins

NUVORA

Nuvora is the Indian joint venture announced by AstorMueller AG—the Switzerland based renowned European footwear major that manages brands bugatti, TT.BAGATT and Salamander. Led by CEO Sandip Baksi, nuvora has evolved into a boutique organisation in the Indian luxury retail market, which envisions a world where fashion is effortless, personalised, and deeply connected to the customer's individuality.

4 mins

DUKE FASHIONS

Founded in 1966 by Komal Kumar Jain, Duke Fashions (India) Ltd. is a pioneering force in India's apparel and footwear sector.

3 mins

AMANTÉ

Amanté is a leading premium lingerie brand offering fashionable & comfortable bras, panties, nightwear, shapewear and sportswear. Since 2007, Amanté has been redefining intimate wear for the modern woman, creating elegant, fashion-forward essentials designed to support every mood, moment, and move.

4 mins

ETHNIX BY RAYMOND

Ethnix by Raymond, the occasion and ceremonial menswear brand, began its journey in 2017 through trade channels and quickly gained popularity. By 2019, Raymond launched the first exclusive brand outlet (EBO), marking the start of a focused retail expansion. Franchising became a strategic, capital-efficient model for growth, enabling Ethnix to empower local entrepreneurs while remaining true to its brand values. This approach also provided valuable insights into regional preferences, allowing for more agile and relevant growth. Today, Ethnix has over 90 franchise outlets across India, with strongholds in Delhi NCR, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Punjab, and growing focus on Tier 2 and 3 cities.

2 mins

CLOVIA

Clovia is a leading fashion, lingerie, and personal care brand catering to urban millennial women. Launched in 2015, the brand designs, manufactures, and retails premium lingerie, innerwear, nightwear, shapewear, swimwear, and athleisure under the Clovia label, and personal care products under its Skivia brand. In 2022, Reliance Retail Ventures acquired an 89% stake in Clovia.

2 mins

MOHANLAL SONS

Mohanlal Sons is a name synonymous with tradition and quality in Indian retail. The company, which was established in 1881 by the Clarks, a British couple, was acquired by Lala Mohanlal Ji in 1945. Since 1945, the bespoke tailoring and draping house has been passed down from generation to generation of Lala Mohanlal ji’s family.

2 mins

GROVERSONS PARIS BEAUTY

Leading intimatewear brand Groversons Paris Beauty is stepping into a new chapter with the launch of its franchise model, aiming to strengthen its presence across India's rapidly growing lingerie market. Established in 1953 by Chaman Lal Grover and today driven by Rakesh Grover, Managing Director alongside Siddharth Grover, Director's forward-thinking leadership, the Noida-based company has continuously evolved by combining rich heritage with modern business practices. Groversons Group has been a pioneer in India's lingerie industry, shaping the way generations of women experience innerwear. With a legacy of over seven decades, the brand has continually evolved, blending tradition with modernity to meet the changing needs of its customers. The brand offers an extensive range of breathable lingerie and loungewear.

2 mins

25 Years of Toffyhouse A Journey of Heart, Heritage & Hope

From a humble beginning to becoming a leading household name, Toffyhouse has spent the last 25 years redefining babywear in India—with love stitched into every seam and a quiet commitment to doing things differently.

5 mins

Building a Bold Vision

The Strategic Rise of OPIUM Eyewear

4 mins

Toni Rossi

Stepping into the Future with Technology & Transparency

4 mins

Behind the Label The Fashion Business Must Listen First, Stitch Later

This isn’t just about conversion. It’s about connection. It’s about delivering fashion that feels like it knows you.

1 mins

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Business Of Fashion Magazine Description:

Publisher: Images

Category: Business

Language: English

Frequency: Monthly

IMAGES Business of Fashion is a monthly resource for fashion retailers, brand owners and industry leaders in India. It delivers fashion business intelligence on emerging retailers, disruptive technologies and domestic and global brands that are making their mark in the industry at a time of unprecedented change.

With a 24 year old loyal reader base of over 60,000 top decision makers, fashion retailers and fashion buyers, spread across all sectors of the business of fashion in India, IMAGES BoF has constantly proven itself as easily the most focused and best targeted fashion business media in India.

Launched in 1992, the monthly magazine is an informed, analytical publication on the fashion business in the country. It has played the role of a catalyst in the retail evolution in India focused on and driven by branding, marketing and retailing of fashion in the country. It enables continuous information exchanges through its activities - facilitating networking among investors, retailers and brand leaders. The publication is amongst the country’s top recall business magazines in India and its reach extends to 2,00,000 of India's top decision makers in retail and retail support business.