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Dear Readers,
As we reflect on the success of India Fashion Forum 2024,we are filled with a sense of pride and gratitude. With over 300 speakers and 2000 fashion professionals from across the nation, India’s largest fashion retail intelligence event revolved around the theme ‘Let’s Make the Fashion Business Great Again’.

From captivating brand shows to insightful discussions, every moment of the mega event was filled with energy and inspiration. The forum – held at Conrad, Bengaluru on February 21-22 – provided participants with an enriching experience, a platform for exchange of ideas, insights, and expertise.

To our speakers and delegates, thank you for joining us and sharing in this incredible experience. Your enthusiasm and engagement added immeasurable value to the event.
The passion and commitment of the speakers left a lasting impression on everyone in attendance.

It is then, with great pleasure, that we present this the postevent edition of IMAGES Business of Fashion, capturing the essence of an event which was a celebration of brand individuality, an event filled with interactive sessions and exhibition stalls where attendees had the chance to delve deeper into specific areas of interest and collaborate with peers fostered meaningful connections and sparked innovative ideas.

ISSEY MIYAKE - Fusing Fashion & Technology to Create Harmonic Garments

Issey Miyake studied at the Tama Art University in Tokyo, where he majored in Graphic Design. This is where his fusion of science and fashion was born from, incorporating the mathematics and technical skills of a graphic designer into his clothing...

3 mins

INDIA BRAND SHOW 2024 UNVEILS SPRING/SUMMER 24 COLLECTIONS

The India Fashion Forum 2024 set the stage for a showcase of Spring/Summer 24 collections, highlighting the creativity and innovation of India's prominent fashion and lifestyle brands. Against the backdrop of a sophisticated setting, the runway became a platform for unveiling the latest trends in the industry.

4 mins

IMAGES FASHION AWARDS 2024 - Fashion Retail Brands Honoured for Innovation, Excellence at IFF 2024

The 23rd IFF culminated in a gala event in the form of the IMAGES Fashion Awards (IFA) celebrating excellence in the field of fashion retail. The awards were a venerable gathering of the who's who of the industry in the country...

2 mins

THE FUTURE OF RETAIL EXPERIENCE IS A MÉLANGE OF ALL CHANNELS

There was a time when retail was only about the product. If you had a great product, the customer would buy it. But over a period of time, technology evolved, the online space grew and with this came the age of convenience.

7 mins

WINNING CONSUMERS AT SCALE: BALANCING AI & HUMAN TOUCH IN FASHION

In today's rapidly evolving fashion landscape, the ability to swiftly and accurately discern consumer preferences is paramount.

3 mins

OMNICHANNEL STRATEGIES FUTURE-PROOFING FASHION: Prateek Mahajan, Director Operations, Unicommerce

Unicommerce helps brands achieve a cohesive experience across channels including across web stores, physical stores and marketplaces, says Mahajan

4 mins

RESILIENCE IN VOGUE: NAVIGATING ECONOMIC STORMS IN FASHION

Manas Singh, Head D2C E-Commerce Business, PUMA Group & Anshuman Aggarwal Co-Founder Increff spoke on adaptation in times of downturn, and the future of fashion retail...

5 mins

'LET'S MAKE THE BUSINESS OF FASHION GREAT AGAIN'

These are transformative times for the business of fashion. Consumer behaviours, digitalisation, discounting impact, supply chain snags and sustainability demands are challenging us.

4 mins

DIGITAL WILL PROPEL MODERN INDIAN RETAIL: Saloni Nangia, President, Technopak

India's estimated GDP for FY23-24 is about $3.85 trillion and we are slated to reach nearly $10 trillion by 2035 in the next 10 years. Private consumption stands at about 2.27, similar to a lot of other developed nations of the world and this will only grow stronger in the next few years, said Saloni Nangia, President, Technopak India, at India Fashion Forum 2024.

5 mins

Driving the Elevation of the Business of Fashion in India to Greatness

Shailesh Chaturvedi, MD & CEO, Arvind Fashions and Convenor India Fashion Forum 2024

4 mins

INDIA FASHION FORUM 2024: India's Most Influential Fashion Business Event

The mega key influencer and catalyst of fashion retail evolution event saw over 300 speakers and 2000 fashion professionals from across the nation talk on how to 'Make the Fashion Business Great Again'...

2 mins

5 New Age Technologies That Will Be Gamechangers For Fashion Retail Brands In 2024

Mobile apps, Big Data, new age inventory management and supply chain solutions are some innovations that most forward-facing brands have adopted in the last two years. IMAGES Business of Fashion brings to you chic technologies that can help you sharpen your fashion retail journey...

3 mins

Athleisure brand Edrio launches first store at Nexus Mall, Amritsar

Athleisure wear brand Edrio, a part of the North Indian textile conglomerate Oswal Group has launched its first physical store in the country marking its foray into offline market.

1 min

Asia's largest Nike Store opens on Singapore's Orchard Road

Singapore's Orchard Road has become home to the largest mono-brand Nike store in Asia, outside of China, as the sportswear giant partners with Middle East-based retailer GMG to launch its latest sports hub.

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Zudio launches new store at Reach 3Roads Mall, Gurugram

Tata Group-owned affordable, fast fashion brand Zudio has opened a new store at Reach 3Roads Mall in Gurugram.

1 min

John Jacobs unveils Retro-Glam collection with actress Sobhita Dhulipala

Eyewear brand John Jacobs has joined forces with actress Sobhita Dhulipala for the launch of their limited edition Timeless Retro-Glam Eyewear Collection.

1 min

Navigating the Journey of TECHNOLOGY IN INDIAN TEXTILES

The Indian textile sector, valued at around $22 billion, is currently the world's fifth-largest manufacturer of technical textiles, with a lofty goal of reaching $300 billion by India's centenary in 2047

2 mins

TOP 5 TIPS to Build an Effective Omnichannel Strategy

Mobile apps, Big Data, new age inventory management and supply chain solutions are some innovations that most forward-facing brands have adopted in the last two years. IMAGES Business of Fashion brings to you chic technologies that can help you sharpen your fashion retail journey...

3 mins

Indian Textiles & Technology: Innovations in Apparel & Fabric Industry

The traditional looms are now intertwined with cutting-edge advancements, ushering in a new era of possibilities. This article unravels the latest innovations shaping the industry's fabric, exploring breathable fabrics, the embrace of non-toxic dyes, and other transformative technologies...

4 mins

FROM RUNWAYS TO PIXELS: How Metaverse Is Reshaping Fashion Retail

With the emergence of the Metaverse - a virtual realm where people interact, work and socialize the fashion industry is poised to undergo another transformative revolution.

6 mins

RAMRAJ COTTON Appoints South Indian Star Rishab Shetty as Brand Ambassador

The ethos and beliefs of both the actor and the brand align perfectly, making it a perfect association for Ramraj Cotton...

1 min

VISMAY: South India's Technology Forward Brand

South Indian ethnicwear brand Vismay is on an expansion spree and aims to triple its store count to 100 stores as well as triple its turnover in the next two years...

3 mins

MICRO PLASTICS IN OUR CLOTHES: THE UNSEEN THREAT TO OUR HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT

Synthetic fabrics, such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic, have become incredibly popular in the fashion industry due to their affordability, durability, and versatility. However, the production and disposal of these fabrics come at a significant environmental cost. This article explores the environmental cost of these synthetic fabrics...

4 mins

REVOLUTIONISING FASHION RETAIL Elevating Personal Style with Indyverse's Signature Styling Services

Across the landscape, platforms are harnessing the potential of cutting-edge technology to redefine the traditional approach to fashion. As we navigate this transformative journey as an industry, we explore the broader implications of technology in fashion retail and personalised styling...

3 mins

STEPS TO SUSTAINABILITY: Archroma Technologies and Tools for Compliance and Beyond

As an innovation powerhouse in the textile sector, Archroma delivers measurable impact with solutions that increase process efficiency, save resources and add value and longevity to end-products...

3 mins

DECATHLON INDIA Elevates Retail Experience and Efficiency by 15% with Innovative Tech Solutions

Decathlon entered India in 2009 as a cash-and-carry retailer and was approved for single-brand retail in 2013. It opened first store in India in 2009 at Sarjapur in Bengaluru and now operates over 100 stores across the country

3 mins

LATEST INNOVATIONS & TECHNOLOGY IN THE INDIAN TEXTILE INDUSTRY

In recent times, the Indian fashion industry has seen a remarkable surge in technological advancements, revolutionizing the way textiles are designed, produced, and marketed...

4 mins

U.S. POLO ASSN. opens India's largest store in Bengaluru, launches womenswear collection offline

The international sports power brand U.S. Polo Assn. has inaugurated an all-new brand store in Jayanagar, Bengaluru - the brand's biggest store to date. This will also be the first store to take the brand's new womenswear collection live offline...

2 mins

Case Study: ARVIND FASHIONS' Data-Driven Digital Transformation with Google Cloud

The key objectives for Arvind's DX were to unlock the value of existing applications, gain new insights, and build a solid workflow with resilient systems. To help in this journey, it partnered with Google Cloud...

4 mins

FASHIONOLOGY: When Fashion Retail & Technology Intersect

At the heart of India's fashion retail revolution lies the significance of technology in redefining traditional paradigms and driving innovation across the fashion ecosystem. No longer confined to the realm of aesthetics, fashion has evolved into a multidimensional industry where technology serves as both an enabler and a catalyst for change...

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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.