Cashless Security

India is rapidly embracing the idea of the digital economy with great enthusiasm. However, amidst all the excitement and enthusiasm over digital payments one big question remains to be satisfactorily addressed - how secure are digital cashless payments in India? Samir Alam finds out more…

Transforming Today For A Better Tomorrow!

Mr Rahul Mehta, President, CMAI, speaks to Kashmira Mirza about the 66th National Garment Fair and other issues facing the Industry.

The Import Impact

The imposition of GST has led to a rise in textile imports. What does this mean for the domestic apparel market? Samir Alam reports.

The Click Bait

Indian consumers are increasingly favouring online shopping for their clothing needs and turning to international brands for their purchases. Chitra Balasubramaniam analyses this e-phenomenon.

The Quest for a Better Tomorrow

As the Countdown towards the 64th National Garment Fair begins, the Excitement within the Apparel Industry reaches an all-time high. Read on...

Entry With An Impact

The apparel industry was set abuzz this past October when Reliance Industries (RIL) launched its very own apparel business operation - RElan. Reliance is making a strategic entry into the market by co-branding its specialised RElan fabric with other apparel brands. Samir Alam finds out about how this move by Reliance will impact the market.

Weaves To Woo The World

Hemang Agrawal, Creative Director, Surekha Group, Benares, a graduate from NIFT and a textile & apparel maker speaks to Brinda Gill to elaborate on how Benares is the finest handloom weaving centre in the world, with an ability to produce a spectrum of weaves, from ornate to the edgy.

65th NGF: A Colossal Success

The 65th National Garment Fair, India’s Largest Apparel Trade Show, organised by The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), began in great style and aplomb at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, NSE Complex, Goregaon (E), Mumbai. The Three day Exhibition was held on July 10, 11 and 12, 2017. Kashmira Mirza & Anurima Das report, straight from the Venue. 

Glamour On The Shelves!

While many brands returned to display their collections in the 65th NGF at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon (E), Mumbai, there were a few new brands which chose the platform of the NGF to ‘do the new’. Here’s looking at Mafatlal and their new venture to explore the womenswear category. Apparel reports straight from the venue.

Getting To Know GST

The Western Regional Committee of the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India recently Organised Two Seminars to make the Industry aware of GST. Apparel gives an overview on the Seminars.

Company Cachet

Read on about the brands in vogue.

A Starry Rendezvous!

Meher Castelino reports on the fresh talent emerging from fashion institutes into the industry.

A Fair Game!

The 66th National Garment Fair provided a wonderful opportunity for business and networking. Both established and newly launched Brands were given a platform to showcase their Latest Collections. Kashmira Mirza and Amanda D’Souza spoke to Abhishek Bariyar of Ricochet (Vivienne Fashion Apparels Pvt Ltd.) to bring you an Exhibitor’s take on this Fair.

Mentoring The Gen X

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) organised a mentoring session for the Second Generation Entrepreneurs who have joined their family Businesses. B S Nagesh was the Key Speaker at the Session, and gave his valuable insights on trade and markets, on bridging the gap between generations and finding new opportunities in a new world. Mrugaya Chitnis reports.

Of Funds & Fabrics

Samir Alam explains the intricacies of the Union Budget 2018 and its impact on the textile industry.

Glamour Without Guilt?

Samir Alam explains how sustainable garment production works, and why it is the need of the hour.

Company Cachet

Read on about the brands in vogue.

Capturing Oppurtunities

As the Countdown begins towards the 66th National Garment Fair, the enthusiasm within the Apparel Industry reaches a top note. Read on...

Gujarat Apparel Policy: A New Paradigm To Attract Investment

The Gujarat Government recently announced their new Apparel Policy. Varun Vaid, Associate Director, and Disha Acharya, Consultant, Wazir Advisors India Pvt. Ltd discuss the new Apparel Policy, and the several attractive benefits that has been included in the same.

Forging A Greater Connect!

Shraddha Phulgirkar reports on the Buyer-Seller Meet held at Kohinoor Mangal Karyalaya, Opp Swami Narayan Temple, Dadar (E), Mumbai, on November 26-28, 2017, between 10 AM to 6 PM.

Smitten By Linen

In what can be a landmark innovation for the apparel industry, scientists at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV), Raipur, have developed the yarn of linen cloth from the stem of linseed or flax plant. Bindu Gopal Rao digs in to give insights into the development.

Relieving The Burden

Samir Alam discusses the implications of the hike in basic customs duty for the MMF sector by picking out a rationale in support of the same. 

The Sky Is The Limit

Fashion designer Payal Pratap Singh designs contemporary-style garments with an Indian sensibility for women. She has recently launched her second label, till date—Umbar. Brinda Gill meets the designer and asks her about her labels, her inspiration and more.

Being A Good Sport

Bindu Gopal Rao looks at a recent report which shows the real scale of the sportswear market in India.

Revitalising Sericulture

Samir Alam focuses on sericulture and what can be done to promote it.

The Ethnic Cart

Bindu Gopal Rao narrates the story of Voonik - a fashion marketplace with a focus on personalisation. Through an exclusive chat with Sujayath Ali, Co-Founder and CEO Voonik.com, she understands the parameters that set the brand apart from the rest. 

Contemporary Indian

Ahmedabad-based Bhoomi Dani and Priyam Shah, are known to be the heart and soul of brand Vraj:bhoomi. They design stylish contemporary women’s wear from hand-block printed ajrakh textiles and lend perfection and timeless appeal to every piece of the brand. Brinda Gill speaks to the designer duo to unearth the story behind Vraj:bhoomi!

Towards A Grand Start!

The Countdown has begun as the Apparel Industry enthusiastically awaits CMAI’s 65th National Garment Fair, India’s Largest Apparel Trade Show, which is to be held from July 10, 2017 to July 12, 2017, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, NSE Complex, Goregaon (E) , Mumbai – 400 063. Like every year, India’s Largest Apparel Trade Show is ready to set the stage for an excitingly glorious path for the Apparel Industry. Read on….

Focus North East

Samir Alam throws light on the North Eastern states of India to reveal and evaluate how the region is prospering in the apparel and textile segment!

What's In Store?

Apparel gives you a sneak peek into the new store that has been recently launched.