Apparels

Ethnic fashion sales are down this festive season. Consumers, especially younger urban shoppers, prefer western and fusion wear for comfort and style. This shift impacts traditional garments. While some premium ethnic wear remains strong, the overall trend shows a preference for western styles. Fusion wear offers a blend of ethnic essence with modern appeal.

US swimwear imports dipped slightly to $420.1 million in January–July 2025 despite higher volumes, as average prices softened to $55.66 per dozen.
Demand shifted towards basic, value-driven swimwear amid cautious consumer spending.
Vietnam overtook China as the top supplier with a 31.8 per cent share, reflecting ongoing sourcing diversification and cost advantages.

Reliance Jewels saw a 52% surge in Average Bill Value despite volatile gold prices, with old gold exchange contributing significantly. Reliance Retail Ventures Limited reported a 18% year-on-year revenue increase to Rs 90,018 crore, driven by strong festive sales in Grocery and Fashion & Lifestyle.

As the US unveiled a new port fee regime targeting China, AAFA said these fees “fail to achieve their stated objectives”.
These fees are set to rise each April, raising the risk that the costs will turn too high for some carriers and begin to be passed along to shippers.
Carriers have deployed non-Chinese-built ships on US routes, while continuing to expand orders at Chinese shipyards, it noted.

Bangladesh exported trousers and shorts worth $11.087 billion in the first three quarters of 2025, down 9.66 per cent YoY.
Europe remained the top market with 60 per cent share, followed by North America at nearly 25 per cent.
The decline was driven by weak global apparel demand, inflationary pressures, high retailer inventories and increased competition from low-cost producers.

Kewal Kiran Clothing Limited (KKCL) has launched Punya, its new ethnicwear brand, aiming to provide Indian clothing for everyday use. This move signifies the company’s expansion into a new segment, emphasizing authenticity and Indian craftsmanship. The Punya collection will be accessible through various retail and online channels.

GIVA has launched a 2-hour jewellery delivery service from its Bengaluru stores, catering to last-minute gifting and festive demand. This in-house developed service utilizes hyperlocal technology and real-time inventory, with plans to expand to other cities soon. The initiative aims to align fine jewellery delivery with customers’ fast-paced lives.

Footwear startup RARA Barefoot has secured USD 500,000 in an oversubscribed pre-seed funding round, attracting investment from prominent industry figures. The company also launched its debut sneaker line, designed for natural biomechanics and manufactured in India. This funding will fuel their D2C rollout, offline partnerships, and manufacturing expansion.

Footwear startup RARA Barefoot has secured USD 500,000 in an oversubscribed pre-seed funding round, attracting investment from prominent industry figures. The company also launched its debut sneaker line, designed for natural biomechanics and manufactured in India. This funding will fuel their D2C rollout, offline partnerships, and manufacturing expansion.

Kewal Kiran Clothing Ltd. achieved its best-ever quarterly performance in September 2025, with EBITDA rising 11% to ₹71 crore. Revenue climbed 14.9% to ₹354.1 crore, fueled by retail expansion and strong brand resonance. The company added 29 exclusive outlets, boosting its network to 652, and reinforced its youth appeal through a major sports partnership.