'Enjoying nature'

1 month ago

Tiger Global-backed Moglix to boost sustainable packaging biz with ₹80-crore buy

BENGALURU : Enterprise e-commerce unicorn Moglix has acquired Uttarakhand-based Khatema Fibres Ltd, a manufacturer of eco-friendly paper products, for approximately ₹80 crore, as part of its strategy to bolster its sustainable packaging portfolio and cement its leadership in the industrial procurement space. The deal, announced by Moglix founder and CEO Rahul Garg, adds a suite of specialty packaging products—including high-strength …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Stepping into traditional expertise

China Daily

In October, the German footbed brand Birkenstock opened its first concept store in Chengdu, the capital of the province of Sichuan in southwest China, marking a new start of its long-term development in the Chinese market. In 2017, Birkenstock first worked with Chinese designer Liu Ming for a limited-edition collection and presented it in Shanghai which received widespread feedback in …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kumar Varma's Beyondcolor: A Splash of Luxury and Sustainability in the Indian Interior Landscape

New Indian Express

Kumar Varma, Founder and CEO of Beyondcolor, a premium plaster and textured paint brand, shares insights into the brand's journey and mission. Beyondcolor specializes in bespoke surface design solutions that translate architectural imagination into reality. With a focus on luxury and durability, the brand offers premium decorative plasters and texture paints crafted from high-quality materials sourced globally. Beyondcolor's holistic approach …

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2 months ago

Bayer Sets Up Innovation Center in Shanghai to Accelerate R&D and Scientific Achievements in China

China Daily

Bayer establishes a China Center of Innovation and Partnership (CCIP) in Shanghai to integrate more deeply into the country's innovation ecosystem. The CCIP will focus on building an integrated innovation partnership network that connects efforts from the industry, academia and research, with the aim of accelerating and transforming R&D innovation and scientific achievements in China.

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3 months, 1 week ago

Designer Rahul Mishra opens first flagship store in Hyderabad

The Hindu

Designer Rahul Mishra’s first store in Hyderabad is a reflection of his artistic vision. The store’s facade incorporates Rahul Mishra’s signature trompe l’oeil technique, which creates optical illusions that trick the eye of the viewer. AFEW looks at an ordinary t-shirt or a bomber jacket, a shirt or even a skirt with a design element from a new design perspective.” …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

World’s 1 st ever Future Tech & Lifestyle Brand, unn.space commands a valuation of INR 80 crores with its investors

Hindustan Times

Driven by a powerful vision of catering exclusively to young science and tech enthusiasts, the brand officially launched its full-scale operations in February 2023. The brand distinguished itself to investors with its unique concept, the rigour for brand and consumer work delivering industry defyingly low cost of consumer acquisition and engagement; building a path for higher profitability in this era …

Brand Hindustan Times

4 months ago

Design’s cycle of rebirth

The Hindu

Jodhpur-based furniture, lighting and décor brand Orange Tree recently collaborated with Raw Collaborative for a regenerative design initiative. Named Raw Foundry, it is a platform for final-year students and fresh graduates to showcase their creativity at the Raw Collaborative 2024 year-end show, scheduled to take place in Gujarat from December 5-8. Conscientious brand Orange Tree is the retail arm of …

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5 months, 1 week ago

China at forefront of textile industry trends, sustainability

China Daily

From yarns and fabrics to finished garments and home products — each stitch connects China's textile industry to the world. The biggest change we've seen is the gradual upgrading of the Chinese textile industry," said Sheng Wubin, CEO of Ningbo Mondiland Fashions, a maker and distributor of men's suits and coats. "Now we see there are more and more coming …

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5 months, 1 week ago

China at forefront of textile industry trends, sustainability

China Daily

From yarns and fabrics to finished garments and home products — each stitch connects China's textile industry to the world. The biggest change we've seen is the gradual upgrading of the Chinese textile industry," said Sheng Wubin, CEO of Ningbo Mondiland Fashions, a maker and distributor of men's suits and coats. "Now we see there are more and more coming …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

Clarins sanguine on China's vast beauty market

China Daily

A consumer seeks advice from a beauty consultant at a Clarins boutique in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, in May. For Alan Zhong, executive vice-president of Chinese markets at Clarins, during the Chinese-version Valentine's Day gift season — two weeks around this year's May 20 — the company's growth was invigorated by Cupid's arrow. Speaking of China's current cosmetics consumption backbone, Zhong …

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7 months, 4 weeks ago

New frontiers come into fashion

China Daily

Models strut on the runway displaying creations by Merrycheng, a Chinese brand committed to high-tech fabrics, during the fashion week. This season's M Space forum, which invited industry leaders to discuss and contemplate, has reflected the fact that sustainable development is no longer merely a slogan but is gradually permeating various sectors of the fashion industry. In the discussion on …

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7 months, 4 weeks ago

New frontiers come into fashion

China Daily

Models strut on the runway displaying creations by Merrycheng, a Chinese brand committed to high-tech fabrics, during the fashion week. We are committed to promoting the sustainable development process of the entire textile and clothing value chain in China, and also hope to collaborate with our consumers to create a green and sustainable future," Cai emphasizes. Apparel-making giant Youngor launched …

Sustainable

8 months ago

Earth Day 2024: Here’s How This Kerala-Based 20 Year Old Entrepreneur Is Promoting Eco-Friendly Living

News 18

Back in 2021, at the young age of 17, Akash Akhilesh’s strong passion for promoting sustainability and eco-friendly living encouraged him to start the Green Lover Store. From recycled newspaper seed pencils, and neem wooden combs, to cotton buds, organic bamboo toothbrushes and bamboo bottles, these products are accessible, stylish and planet-friendly and are designed to help everyone make greener …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

’Innovation and a localised approach is helping Indian brands go global’

Live Mint

Indian brands are wooing global consumers by leveraging innovative strategies and localised approaches to venture into new markets, was the consensus among a group of top industry leaders at a panel discussion in the Mint India Investment Summit 2024. At a panel discussion titled 'Rise of domestic MNC brands', the C-suite leaders shared deep insights into the burgeoning success of …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Deals are sparkling, from beauty to health and foods

Live Mint

The consumer sector saw over $2.5 billion worth of private equity funding and acquisitions in the last three years, data sourced from investment bank Avendus showed. Over an earnings call Wednesday, Sudhir Sitapati, managing director and CEO, Godrej Consumer Products Ltd said the company continues to look for opportunities in the health and beauty segment while building its core portfolio. …

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

Art Special 2024: Thukral and Tagra’s green mission

Live Mint

For the last two decades, artists Jiten Thukral and Sumir Tagra, collectively known as Thukral and Tagra, have worked on projects that focus on everything from consumer culture to social issues. Their latest work as curators will see them bring art, science, policymaking and climate action together, collaborating with policy research institute and think tank Council on Energy, Environment and …

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1 year ago

Year ender 2023: Mastering the art of luxury interiors with this year's design trends

Hindustan Times

Designing luxury spaces in 2023 has been all about a multi-layered process, rooted in a deep understanding of the occupant’s lifestyle and personality and mastering the art of luxury interiors in New Year 2024 will involve infusing creative distinction and achieving harmonious fusion as the fundamental principles of designing a personalised space. Year ender 2023: Mastering the art of luxury …

Nature Art Design Space Luxury Trends Timeless

1 year ago

Embracing sustainable living

China Daily

CHINA DAILY Eco-business shift How to turn environmental solutions into the top choice for businesses through strategic planning and technological innovation? Wang Fayou, a 34-year-old graduate from East China University of Science and Technology, developed an interest in environmental protection during his university years through an internship experience teaching elementary students about eco-friendly themes. In 2021, Wang joined Goodcycle Environment …

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1 year ago

Embracing sustainable living

China Daily

CHINA DAILY Eco-business shift How to turn environmental solutions into the top choice for businesses through strategic planning and technological innovation? Wang Fayou, a 34-year-old graduate from East China University of Science and Technology, developed an interest in environmental protection during his university years through an internship experience teaching elementary students about eco-friendly themes. In 2021, Wang joined Goodcycle Environment …

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1 year, 1 month ago

British Council and the University of the Arts London announce grant scheme for sustainable fashion

Hindustan Times

An open call for Indian designers, design entrepreneurs, and SMEs to participate in the New Landscapes India: R&D Grant Scheme was announced by the British Council. The New Landscapes India: R&D Grant Scheme is a 3-year initiative that aims to encourage partnership in sustainable fashion, textiles, and technology between stakeholders in India and the UK. According to a press release …

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1 year, 1 month ago

All things curvy

The Hindu

The Sanskrit word ‘vakr’ literally means curves, and Devyani Gupta, founder and Principal Designer at Delhi-based Vakr Studio, says, the curves in the furniture she designs signify transformation and reflects beauty in imperfection. At the moment, there are at least six items or products in the prototyping phase, and this includes researching different art forms, says Gupta. The art forms …

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1 year, 5 months ago

When sustainability meets Indian craft, functionality and fashion

Live Mint

Grand couture presentations tell a designer’s story without the models having to say a word on the ramp, and multidisciplinary artist and space designer Mahesh Sharma helps them do that. For his personal creative pursuit, however, Sharma works with Indian craftsmen to create furniture and objet d'art using scrap material and salvaged wood. In my current exhibition, I am primarily …

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1 year, 6 months ago

World Environment Day: 5 Affordable Sustainable Fashion Brands To Pick in 2023

News 18

Sustainable clothing is boring, expensive and not stylish! On World Environment Day, which falls on June 5th, it’s time to give planet Earth a break and shop responsibly. Shop from homegrown sustainable and slow fashion brands who design, create and celebrate fashion keeping the environment in mind. Here’s a look at the affordable sustainable fashion brands that are making a …

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1 year, 6 months ago

World Environment Day 2023: Times Dia Mirza Proved She is the Queen of Sustainable Fashion

News 18

World Environment Day 2023: Actor Dia Mirza is a powerful voice with an impeccable taste in fashion. A champion of sustainable clothing, Dia Mirza over the years has been celebrating eco-friendly, upcycled and sustainable brands by adorning silhouettes that are not only good for the environment but are also timeless and stylish. With sustainable favourites such as Payal Khandwala, Anita …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Why Global Brands Are Obsessed With Desi Celebs

Deccan Chronicle

It’s raining endorsements for Indian actresses as global luxury brands are busy cherry-picking popular Bollywood beauties to represent their latest fashion offerings across the world. So whichever designer they choose to promote from their home countries will automatically see a rise in a global audience, which can help build and transform their businesses.” BRIDGING THE GAP Luxury brands have astutely …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Homegrown brands for summer

The Hindu

May 19, 2023 03:29 pm | Updated May 20, 2023 01:04 pm IST When was the last time you redid your home? Apart from home decor and paintings, Peepul Tree, which works with over 5,000 artisans from across India, offers a range of accessories, silver jewellery, apparel, and historical artefacts. “Kavi — The Poetry Art Project stands for socially and …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Korean beauty brand Laneige signs actor Athiya Shetty as first brand face for India

Live Mint

Laneige, a Korean skincare brand has signed actor Athiya Shetty as its first-ever brand face in India. Athiya Shetty, said: “I am thrilled to be partnering with them, a brand that shares my passion for skincare and beauty. I have always been a fan of their products.” Paul Lee, managing director and country head of AmorePacific Group India, the company …

India Brand

1 year, 10 months ago

Why the Indian beauty shopper has become a darling of brands

Live Mint

In the past five years, over 20 international brands in the space of beauty and skincare have entered the Indian market. While foreign brands try to tempt the Indian shopper, there's also a simultaneous growth of homegrown brands like Juicy Chemistry, Neemli Naturals and Mamaearth that are promising to offer quality products at more affordable prices. As soon as I …

Beauty India Market Indian Brands

2 years ago

Tips for a sustainable and eco-friendly make-up routine

Hindustan Times

The climate crisis becomes more and more obvious with each passing year. Global sales of packaging for cosmetics and personal care products reached 152.1 billion units in 2018 alone, according to Euromonitor International, the majority of which will never be recycled. Tips for a sustainable and eco-friendly make-up routine In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Karishma Mehra Sanghi, Founder of …

Beauty

2 years ago

A new take on quirk

The Hindu

Greys, blacks, and wooden tones may help ground the home, but not everything around you needs to be utilitarian and regular. Glass Forest Started by Pallavi Chandra and Deeksha Saini in 2019, New Delhi-based Glass Forest is an artisanal range of home décor products that crafts stories in glass. “Our installations have all been carefully handcrafted to redefine glass as …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Amorepacific impressed by China's determination to support global trade

China Daily

Cosmetics giant Amorepacific is present at the 5th China International Import Expo with seven brands, more than 500 selected exhibits and nearly 20 new products under the theme of "Creating a Smart Future Together." Cosmetics giant Amorepacific is present at the 5th China International Import Expo with seven brands, more than 500 selected exhibits and nearly 20 new products under …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Branding the future

China Daily

Ruohan from Lane Crawford. Qi Yueqi, the founder, who graduated from Central Saint Martins in London as a fashion knit student, uses the bead-weaving technology to present her faith in love, at the same time, lights up her design with the romance and charm of the traditional elements, such as the glass beads that were popular in China at the …

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2 years, 2 months ago

What India’s GenNext designers want fashion to look like

Live Mint

Each season, the Lakmé Fashion Week, in collaboration with Fashion Design Council of India, hosts the GenNext programme to select the next generation of fashion designers of India. The winners of the 34th edition, who presented their collections as part of the ongoing FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week, included Aseem Kapoor and Pooja Haldar, Ateev Anand, Somya Goyal, Arshna Raj …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Actress Dia Mirza Furthers The Idea Of Conscious Living By Partnering With A Sustainable Brand

News 18

Dia Mirza who is known to be a strong supporter of green living, has stepped in as Strategic Investor and Brand Ambassador for the female-founded, sustainability-driven, baby clothing brand. “We’re thrilled to have Dia on board in a multi-pronged capacity," says Barkha Bhatnagar Das, Co-founder of the brand. With this partnership, Dia Mirza who is an advocate for sustainability hopes …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Sustainable beauty company ‘becomes first to appoint nature’ as director

The Independent

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy An eco beauty company has created a role for “nature” on its board of directors …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Lifestyle brand Shang Xia names new creative director

China Daily

On Sept 15 in Shanghai, Chinese lifestyle brand Shang Xia announced that it has appointed Sun Leon as its home creative director, responsible for the development of the brand's home collection and brand development strategy. Sun has nearly two decades of experience in the media industry and has served as editorial director and chief content officer for renowned home design …

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2 years, 4 months ago

Innovation pays off for old, honored brands

China Daily

Customers have warmed to a herbal coffee produced by traditional Chinese pharmacy Tongrentang. "They will have renewed vigor after fully tapping their existing brand technology and adapting themselves to the new market environment," Shang said. Xing Zhihong, chair of Jinghua Tea, which was founded in 1950, said, "Every brand has a legendary or inspiring story and constantly upgraded craftsmanship that …

Brand

2 years, 4 months ago

Domestic brands rapidly raising their game

China Daily

Clockwise from top: Products manufactured in China that have made their mark on the domestic market include those from cosmetic brand Florasis, Yongpu Coffee, cosmetic brands XDG and Yu Brand, and health company Bio-Everyday. YI BAI/FOR CHINA DAILY Product ranges feature elements inspired by traditional Chinese culture Facing fierce competition in the booming domestic market, newly emerged Chinese brands are …

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2 years, 4 months ago

Domestic brands rapidly raising their game

China Daily

Clockwise from top: Products manufactured in China that have made their mark on the domestic market include those from cosmetic brand Florasis, Yongpu Coffee, cosmetic brands XDG and Yu Brand, and health company Bio-Everyday. YI BAI/FOR CHINA DAILY Product ranges feature elements inspired by traditional Chinese culture Facing fierce competition in the booming domestic market, newly emerged Chinese brands are …

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2 years, 7 months ago

29 sustainable brands for 2022: From clothing to homeware

The Independent

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Made from 100 per cent PEFC-certified recycled wood materials, the litter is not …

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2 years, 9 months ago

Inside the ethical beauty boom

BBC

Inside the ethical beauty boom Emmanuel Lafont How is the world of self-care and grooming bringing positive change? "Natural ingredients work in harmony with the body, in a way petrochemical-derived synthetics do not," says Jayn Sterland, Weleda UK's managing director and chair of the British Beauty Council's Sustainable Beauty Coalition. High street beauty brand Lush's technicolour windows and playful products …

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2 years, 10 months ago

Rahul Mishra, Reliance are making a global ready-to-wear brand from India

Live Mint

Fresh off showing at the Paris Couture Week last week, Delhi-based designer Rahul Mishra has entered into a partnership with Reliance Brands Limited and will create a new ready-to-wear brand. The first store both online and physical would, in all probability, be in an international fashion capital: London, New York or Dubai.” Mishra, India’s first winner of the International Woolmark …

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3 years, 1 month ago

Multinational firm execs laud Xi's keynote remarks at 4th CIIE (III)

China Daily

Shiseido China CEO Fujiwara Kentaro In President Xi's opening speech, he said China will remain resolute in expanding high-level opening-up, sharing development opportunities with the world and making economic globalization more open, inclusive, balanced and beneficial for all. Under the 14th Five-Year Plan, China is reshaping its economy, offering international businesses a more comprehensive, more convenient, and higher quality trade …

China

3 years, 1 month ago

Exclusive: As Nothing completes one year, brand now gearing to launch over 5 new products

India Today

29 October 2020, that is when Carl Pei, who co-founded OnePlus, came up with his all-new venture, Nothing. Speaking exclusively to India Today Tech, Manu Sharma, Vice President and General Manager, Nothing India has confirmed that the company is speeding up work on over five new products. India has been the biggest contributor to ear success Thanks to the aggressive …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Beauty is about self-expression, says The Body Shop CEO

Live Mint

"Beauty is no longer about few essential beauty items. Beauty is about self-expression," says Shriti Malhotra, the chief executive officer of The Body Shop India, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. Malhotra, who credits the brand's loyal customers for the growth, says the pandemic has changed the way people look at beauty. Our digital and social media channels …

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3 years, 6 months ago

We need honest, not woke-y, fashion labels

Live Mint

Once upon a time, if you did an online search for a “sustainable fashion brand” in India, only a handful would show up. Besides the approaching World Environment Day, the other reason for the constant “hellos” from “green-esque” brands is that for the past few years the one thing people can’t stop talking about—and something that has gained more traction …

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