Luxury sector: Galeries Lafayette targets booming Indian market – why experts warn sales may stay subdued – The Times of India

Luxury sector: Galeries Lafayette targets booming Indian market – why experts warn sales may stay subdued – The Times of India

French department store Galeries Lafayette has officially entered India with a large five-floor store opened in Mumbai, hoping to tap into the country’s massive consumer base—but the road ahead is far from simple.Backed locally by the fashion division of the Aditya Birla Group, the retailer’s debut marks another attempt by global luxury brands to establish…

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Chinese company called Zara’s ‘biggest problem’ is opening its first-ever store in Paris, and the French city is not happy – The Times of India

Chinese company called Zara’s ‘biggest problem’ is opening its first-ever store in Paris, and the French city is not happy – The Times of India

Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein is opening its first physical boutique in Paris on November 1, sparking widespread protests and unified opposition from French politicians, fashion industry leaders, and department store employees who view the move as an assault on French fashion values and labor standards.The 1,000-square-meter store will occupy the coveted sixth floor of the…

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