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Ayurganic by Lecoanet Hemant is a label that epitomizes all things environment with clothes that are sustainable and based on the principles of Ayurveda. Lecoanet Hemant has been exclusively using Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified cotton that is hand treated following the century old Ayurvedic recipes to create garments free of synthetic chemicals and… Read More Ayurganic by Lecoanet Hemant
The children apparel market is expanding and is growing at an average CAGR of 8% to 9% per annum that augurs well for the segment. A key factor driving the Indian kids wear market is the country’s huge growing population which is 1.37 billion. Children apparel includes clothing for kids between 1 and 14 years… Read More Children Apparel
With its light and airy texture, muslin is a fabric that is both classy and has a character that makes it unlike any other. A few months back I had the opportunity to see a well-researched film called ‘The Legend of the Loom’ that traces a 2000-year-old journey of muslin from the Mahabharata to the… Read More The Magnificence of Muslin
Ancestry, a contemporary Indian Lifestyle & Fashion label by Future Style Lab Ltd is increasing its retail footprint in India. With a rich textile legacy, India has a heritage of weaves that is impossible to ignore. And it is this very story of India that sees a confluence of aesthetics, responsible and mindful consumption and… Read More Interview with Manjula Tiwari, CEO, Ancestry
Organic fabrics are making a sure and steady mark across all kinds of apparel in India and they also have a global appeal being a favourite with exports too. Organic textiles are grown with no pesticides, herbicides or chemicals using natural fertilizers. Usually they are certified by an agency and 95% of the fabric contains… Read More Organic Fabrics
A small village in Andhra Pradesh, Mangalagiri is known for its eponymous handlooms and the craft continues to thrive despite several odds. Located between the cities of Vijayawada and Guntur is the tiny hamlet of Mangalagiri that is known for its fine cotton textiles. Almost every home here is involved with something to do with… Read More Mangalagiri Weaves
As a new autumn winter season descends, it is time to talk all things fashion and what the flavour of the season will be like. Apparel houses and fashion designers have a new season and customers have a new reason to shop. With autumn winter collections taking center stage, we take a look at what… Read More Autumn Winter Fashion 2019
Reviving traditional saris especially from the North Karnataka Belt, Dr. Hemalatha Jain is not just a PhD holder but also a textile expert. Dr. Hemalatha Jain a designer, professor and textile revivalist has worked with weavers through her trust Punarjeevana (meaning rebirth in Kannada). She tells us more in this exclusive conversation. Tell us something… Read More Interview with Dr. Hemalatha Jain of Punarjeevana
The National Garment Fair (NGF) is an important event in the calendar of the apparel industry as it brings together suppliers, clients, Business-to-Business (B2B) platforms and thought leaders of the industry on one platform. A sought-after trade shows, NGF is usually the time when there are new brand launches and this year saw over 1160… Read More National Garment Fair
Anavila Misra popularly known for her minimalistic sensibilities and linen saris has just launched ‘First Blush’, her take on festive wear. Anavila Misra did a course in Knitwear Design from NIFT Delhi and graduated in the year 2000. Her first job was as Assistant Designer for the brand Louis Phillipe at Madura Garments where she… Read More Interview with Fashion Designer Anavila Misra