26 March 2022, Mumbai:

On March 15th C.L.A.S.S. Eco Hub launched the 3rd edition of C.L.A.S.S. ICON Award, the annual competition with the aim of sponsoring and rewarding a visionary creative who is able to combine design, responsibility, innovation, and communication.

This is the call to action launched by Giusy Bettoni, C.L.A.S.S. CEO and founder, together with former C.L.A.S.S. ICON winners and sustainable fashion experts Gilberto Calzolari (2020) and Duarte (2021), during the latest C.L.A.S.S.

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ICON Instagram Live.

In the course of the social media panel, our guests shared their fruitful experiences with the C.L.A.S.S. team and its partners on their way to a more sustainable fashion business: “C.L.A.S.S. ICON opened so many doors in terms of suppliers that provide sustainable and certificated fabrics and are willing to help you out, while in general, it is not easy to be a small brand and have big factories helping you find the right materials.

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And finally, we really appreciated the everyday support from the C.L.AS.S. team who pushed us and challenged us to always try more sustainable ways of doing business.” Says Ana Duarte, founder of Duarte and winner of C.L.A.S.S. Icon 2021.

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25 March 2022, Mumbai:

Cocoblu Retail is going to take over the fashion, apparel, and accessories business of Amazon's largest seller Cloudtail, which is going to shut down in about a month's time.

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Amazon will not hold any equity in Cocoblu Retail, the way it has stayed away from another new seller, Dawntech Electronics, which has taken over Cloudtail's electronics business since last November.

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Dawntech is owned by South's leading real estate company, Salarpuria- Sattva Group.

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CREDITS: ET Dt 25-03-2022 (The news article has not been edited by the DFU Publications staff).

24 March 2022, Mumbai:

Last September, the NBA and Lakmé Fashion Week established a partnership to commemorate 'NBA 75,' the league's historic 75th Anniversary Season in 2021-22. Fashion designers from around India were given the opportunity to submit designs for a 'NBA 75' collection as part of the cooperation.

The winning designer, Ananya Modi Jain, will display her collection, titled 'We're All Mad Here,' at the FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week, which will take place in New Delhi from March 23 to 27.

The designer, who is known for her simple lines and unique style, will honor 'NBA 75' with a sporty, street-smart collection that will put a new spin on classics.

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Her brand, which includes unisex all-weather reversible clothes, bralettes, sweatshirts, shorts, joggers, skirts, and hoodies with comical designs, digital prints, and patchwork, aspires to keep faithful to her 'form-and-function' concept.

"Combining my business and all we stand for with the NBA's 75-year tradition has been a tremendously thrilling journey," Ananya Modi Jain said of the cooperation.

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I've always enjoyed fusing streetwear with athletics and finding that exact balance.

Collaborating with the NBA and combining both of our languages into one coherent collection has been a tremendously interesting creative process.

It's kept me on my toes and pushed me to my boundaries in order to honor this famous NBA X AMJ cooperation."

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CREDITS: FDCI APN News & Apparel Resources.

26 March 2022, Mumbai:

J J Valaya presented the luxury brand ‘JJV’ with eco-conscious Tencel textiles at FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week.

This year as the designer celebrated his 30th year in fashion JJ Valaya launched his all-new bridge-to-luxury brand “JJV”, as an eco-conscious collection made from TENCEL™ LUXE filament yarn, which is derived from renewable wood sources in a closed-loop Lyocell process.

The TENCEL™ LUXE filament yarn will define the landscape of luxury fashion with its silky smoothness, liquid-like drape, colour vibrancy, and yarn strength.

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With the world opening its doors for travel, JJ Valaya’s bridge-to-luxury line celebrates occasion wear when on the go! Closing Day 1 with an easy-going, fun, and celebratory collection made from Tencel Luxe, Valaya presented conscious luxury with utmost flair.

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The debut “JJV” collection “Rumeli – the Summer Story” was an appealing line for fashion-conscious women.

JJ Valaya showcased a vibrant and experimental tone at FDCI X Lakme Fashion Week 2022.

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CREDITS: TOI First Post News18 Peeping Moon  (The news article has not been edited by DFU Publications staff).

24 March 2022, Mumbai:

Falguni Shane Peacok plans to launch an intergalactic-inspired collection named ‘Earthbound’ at the FDCI X Lakme Fashion Week.

Bollywood actor Ananya Pandey will be the showstopper at the showcase.

Known for dramatic silhouettes and glamour, Falguni Shane Peacock will mix bright hues with futuristic tailoring this season.

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The promotional video released for the collection by the FDCI on Instagram m on March 22 shows skin-tight bodysuits in contrasting colours and gowns will certainly play a key role.

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The brand has always been intrigued by space and the collection is based on the concept of a group of people returning to earth after spending 50 years on another planet, says Shane-Peacock.

After fifty years of inhabiting other planets, it is likely to have developed a sort of uniform from living in a colony. But when they head back to earth, they will celebrate colors and textures in all their glory, she adds. 

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24 March 2022, Mumbai:

At the beginning of October 2021, Connecting Cultures and C.L.A.S.S. launched the second edition of the IMAGINING SUSTAINABLE FASHION AWARD for innovative models of communication in a sustainable fashion.

The competition invites stylists, photographers, designers, illustrators, artists and other creatives to rethink how to communicate the new generation of values of an ethical and sustainable fashion system.

An open call and a high-profile international jury to create an aesthetic that defines a new ethic.

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They received proposals for traditional media such as editorial projects, fashion events, photography and advertising, and new digital and phygital projects, from social media campaigns to gaming and even immersive and virtual experiences.

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These proposals have all been evaluated by the amazing jury comprised of:

• Anna Detheridge, Founder and President, Connecting Cultures

• Giusy Bettoni, CEO and Founder, C.L.A.S.S.

• Rita Airaghi, Director, Gianfranco Ferré Foundation • Paola Arosio, Head of New Brands & Sustainability Projects, Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (The National Chamber for Italian Fashion)

• Jeanine Ballone, Managing Director, Fashion 4 Development and more

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25 March 2022, Mumbai:

Alpona Designs and Shriya Khanna launched their latest collections featuring contrasting rich florals with sculptural modernity at the joint Fashion Design Council of India x Lakme Fashion Week.

Alpona Designs’ collection & The Eden Garden was rich-colored botanical discordance of clashing print mixed with classic silhouettes of saris, kurtas, lehengas, and dresses.

The collection mixed blossoming flowers and exotic birds with digital prints for an eclectic yet wearable appearance.

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Its notable items included a drop-waisted copper-toned dress resembling a bohemian flapper and a saree that mixed houndstooth check with blooming floral prints.

Eponymous designer Shriya Khanna’s collection was inspired by Peter Collingwood's Macrogauze textile pieces.

The collection featured geometric patterns that gave it a modern, almost futuristic feel.

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Its color pattern comprising rice blue, navy, white, and coral gave it an Avant-garde concept and translated it into wearable designs.

From March 23 to27 at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi, the FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week is broadcasting physical runway shows on the organizers’ respective websites and social media accounts this season. 

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24 March 2022, Mumbai:

FDCI X Lakmé Fashion Week to be held at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium keeping in mind safety measures and regulations.

The line-up begins with the Opening Show jointly presented by the FDCI and Lakmé Fashion Week on the 22nd of March and culminates with the Lakmé Absolute Grand Finale on the 27th.

Celebrated designers from across the country form part of the schedule.

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After two years of digital and phygital showcases due to the pandemic, the powerhouses of fashion and beauty in India- Lakmé Fashion Week (jointly organized by Lakmé & RISE Worldwide) and the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) together will be hosting a fully on-ground, season-fluid edition in New Delhi, from 23rd-27th March 2022.

The schedule comprises one of the strongest curations ever of designers from across India.

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FDCI X Lakmé Fashion Week will commence with the Opening Show on the 22nd of March and will culminate with the Lakmé Absolute Grand Finale on the 27th of March.

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The platform will offer two showcase areas for designers and will continue to champion sustainability through path-breaking initiatives while further spreading messages of inclusivity and diversity.

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CREDITS: FDCI (The news article has not been edited by DFU Publications staff).

24 March 2022, Mumbai:

APLF will be hosting a Special Edition this year for the first time ever in Dubai so why not be a part of this.

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It will be the venue for fashion brands and buyers like you to find manufacturers to produce your designs, as well as prepare for your Spring-Summer 2023 collection by finding the perfect seasonal leather and materials.

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50+ fashion-oriented exhibitors that have the production capabilities and certificates to create your favourite fashion accessories from bags, footwear, leather goods & leather garments will gather at Fashion Access Dubai, held alongside the APLF Leather and Materials+ show, the leading international trade fair for innovations in leather, materials and components.

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