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🚀 Excited to dive into some critical conversations with industry peers at the Apparel Sourcing Week 2024! Looking forward to an interactive discussion on two pressing topics: 1. Green Funding for Apparel & Textile for Net Zero Outcome - A fireside chat on exploring innovative financial strategies to achieve sustainable goals in our industry. 2. Circular Fashion and India: Transforming Mindless Consumption into Mindful Resource Utilization - A panel discussion on reimagining consumption patterns and enhancing resource efficiency in the fashion sector. #ApparelSourcingWeek2024 #CircularEconomy #ClimateChange #Sustainability #FashionIndustry Intellecap Apparel Resources Circular Apparel Innovation Factory (CAIF)

India's Fashion Industry is Evolving—and Here’s How #Bootstrapped Brands are Leading the Way! In just five years, India’s #onlinefashion market has #skyrocketed by 30% annually, now worth a whopping $11 billion! But what’s even more impressive? Many of the fastest-growing #apparelbrands are doing it all without venture capital. Brands like BEWAKOOF® and The Souled Store are proving that you don't need a massive budget to succeed—just a #boldvision, #leanstrategies, and a killer #socialmediagame. Want to know their secret? The latest Technopak Advisors Perspective blog dives into: * Lean operations that reduce costs by 40% * The power of the Direct-to-Consumer (#D2C) model for higher profits How brands are using #socialmediamarketing to build cult followings—without spending millions. Discover how these #bootstrappedbrands are rewriting fashion's playbook with their innovative tactics. Read Now and learn how your brand too can thrive without relying on external funding! https://lnkd.in/g5ks_X8j #IndiaFashion #BootstrappedSuccess #DigitalFashionRevolution #LeanOperations #D2C #Technopak #TechnopakPerspective #Technopakinsights

🚀 Building a ₹125 Crore Fashion-Tech Brand in Just 2.5 Years! 🌟 Are you struggling to meet the needs of your target audience in a fast-evolving market? Learn how New me disrupted the fashion industry with tech innovation and consumer insights to create a ₹125 Crore brand in just 2.5 years! 🌟 What Made new me a Success? ✅ Tech-Driven Supply Chain: Reduced design-to-delivery time from 5-6 months to 7-10 days using data science and demand prediction models. ✅ Consumer-Centric Approach: Focused on freshness, curated styles, and quality, making every product a must-have for Gen Z women. ✅ Unique Brand Experience: From innovative packaging to shareable moments in trial rooms, Numi became a brand that Gen Z couldn’t stop discussing. 🎯 Identifying the Opportunity: India’s Gen Z women – a 50M+ consumer base – were underserved by global brands like Zara and H&M, which lacked affordability and local relevance. Numi stepped in to empower this audience with trendy, affordable fashion tailored to their needs. 📈 Results: In just 2.5 years, New me skyrocketed to ₹125 Crores in annual revenue, redefining what’s possible when innovation meets consumer understanding. ✨ Key Takeaway: Success isn’t just about great products; it’s about solving real consumer problems with speed, innovation, and relevance. 🔍 What’s Next? Imagine applying the same tech-driven strategies to other industries, such as beauty, home decor, or tech products. The opportunities are endless! Let me know your thoughts. What industries do you think could benefit from such a transformation? 👇 #FashionTech #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #CaseStudy #GenZMarketing #GrowthHacking #TechDrivenSuccess

📢 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱: 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 As highlighted in the "State of Fashion 2025" report by 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙁𝙖𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙤𝙣 (𝘽𝙤𝙁) 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙘𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙮 & 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙮, the fashion industry is navigating a year marked by challenges and transformative opportunities. Here are the trends shaping 2025: 1️⃣ 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Brands are diversifying sourcing due to geopolitical tensions, rising costs, and sustainability goals. Nearshoring and partnerships in politically aligned regions are now key strategies. 2️⃣ 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 While China's economic deceleration poses challenges, markets like India and Japan are emerging as vital growth hubs. India’s booming middle class drives mid-market growth, while Japan's luxury market thrives on tourism and currency dynamics. 3️⃣ 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 The over-50 demographic represents a growing share of global spending. Brands tapping into this segment while maintaining intergenerational appeal stand to gain significantly. 4️⃣ 𝗔𝗜-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 Consumers overwhelmed by choices seek personalized experiences. AI-powered curation across content and search will redefine engagement and conversion rates. 5️⃣ 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 Despite challenges, sustainability remains a critical focus. Efforts to reduce excess inventory and improve supply chain agility promise both operational and environmental benefits. 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆: In 2025, agility, innovation, and responsiveness to consumer shifts will define success. Brands embracing these trends will lead the way forward. Special thanks to 𝘽𝙤𝙁 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙘𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙮 & 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙮 for providing these valuable insights. #Fashion2025 #Innovation #Sustainability #Leadership #FutureOfFashion #TrendForecast #SustainabilityInFashion #AIinFashion #FashionInnovation #GenZAndBeyond #SilverGenerationStyle #GlobalFashionShift #FashionLeadership #ReshapingRetail

The future of fashion isn’t just about style—it’s about sustainability and stories.💡🌱🌞❤️💥 Meet Aishwarya and Adhiraj, two visionaries who left their corporate careers in the US to bring a transformative idea to life in India. They traveled over 19,000 kilometers, visiting 200 locations, and united 150 artisans under a shared vision. Their brand, Jiwya, is rewriting the narrative of the fashion industry. 100% plant-based fashion. Crafted from regenerated materials. A celebration of Indian art and the artisans behind it. Jiwya isn’t just a brand—it’s a movement toward human creativity and environmental responsibility. In a world where fast fashion dominates, would you choose fashion that's planet-friendly? #Sustainability #SlowFashion #ArtisanCraftsmanship #Innovation #LifeCoach #LifeCoaching #innovation #management #humanresources #digitalmarketing #technology #creativity #future #futurism #entrepreneurship #careers

Snitch understood the secret..!! Meet Snitch - the brand that's rewriting fashion rules in India by understanding one crucial insight: Speed beats seasonality. Here's what caught my attention about their playbook: ⚡ Production Velocity: • New styles every week vs. traditional seasonal launches • 30-day concept-to-market vs. industry standard 6 months • 100% Made in India for faster market response 💰 Smart Positioning: • Price sweet spot: ₹699-₹1999 • Target: Mass premium segment • Strategy: Luxury aesthetics, accessible pricing The most fascinating part? While 177,000+ fashion brands compete in India, Snitch found its edge by solving two core problems: 1. The affordability gap between fast fashion and luxury 2. The speed gap between trend emergence and availability But here's the bigger picture 🔍 India's fashion landscape is transforming: • Rising middle class in tier 2/3 cities • Shift from Bangladesh to India in manufacturing • Growing demand for trend-first clothing The key lesson: In today's market, the winner isn't the biggest brand - it's the most adaptable one. 🤔 Question for my network: What other industries do you see ripe for this kind of speed-based disruption? Share your thoughts below. #StartupSuccess #IndianStartups #FashionIndustry #BusinessStrategy #RetailInnovation

🚀 Big milestone for FARO! We’re excited to share the news of our $6m funding round, featured by TechCrunch, to fuel our mission to become the world’s most innovative fashion outlet. 🌍 The Problem: The fashion industry generates $425B of surplus inventory annually. Historically, surplus is either destroyed, deeply discounted, or left to waste. 🔧 FARO’s Solution: Reconditioning at Scale: Transforming surplus into sellable stock. AI-Powered Efficiency: Smarter buying, pricing, and inventory management. Emerging Markets Focus: Delivering branded fashion at unbeatable prices in markets with minimal full-price potential. ✨ The Goal: To build a scalable, sustainable model that: Preserves brand equity by selling discreetly in non-core markets. Creates environmental impact by reducing waste. Provides value to consumers while aligning with global sustainability trends. 💡 This recognition by TechCrunch affirms our belief that technology and thoughtful design can solve complex global challenges. It’s a step forward in reshaping how the world approaches fashion excess and sustainability. Check it out and share your thoughts! #AI #Sustainability #Innovation #RetailTech #FARO https://lnkd.in/gSh6N8wX

💡 The Future of Fashion & Logistics is Here – and We Want You Onboard! 💡 At Buniq, we're not just building brands; we're creating movements. With Buniq Fashion, we’re blending style, sustainability, and innovation to deliver cutting-edge designs that are as conscious as they are chic. Meanwhile, Buniq Logistics is powering the behind-the-scenes magic, revolutionizing how products move from creators to consumers. 🌿 Buniq Fashion is for the bold – where every piece tells a story, and every collection is a commitment to sustainable luxury. We're designing not just for the trends of today, but for the future of fashion. 🚚 Buniq Logistics is the backbone of modern commerce, streamlining supply chains with innovative, tech-driven solutions. Think of us as the invisible hand that ensures businesses run smoothly, quickly, and with precision. Now, we’re opening the doors for strategic partners and investors to join our journey to redefine two industries at once. We’re scaling fast, and we’re looking for visionary investors who want to be part of something game-changing. 🌟 Why Invest in Buniq? Double impact: Two growing sectors—fashion and logistics—combined for maximum market reach. Innovation-driven: From design to delivery, we’re pushing the envelope on what’s possible. Sustainability at heart: Ethical fashion and efficient logistics for a conscious future. Scalable potential: A solid foundation and an ambitious roadmap for global growth. Let's connect, collaborate, and shape the future together. If you're interested in making a bold investment, DM me or drop me an email—we'd love to explore the possibilities with you! #FutureOfFashion #SustainableLogistics #InvestmentOpportunity #InnovateWithUs #BuniqFashion #BuniqLogistics #GameChangers #ScalingUp

Two years ago, I connected with my good friend Leonard Stiegeler to explore potential ventures. After taking a year off post the sale of UCOOK, I had been involved in several projects, spanning skincare, and payments—but nothing had truly reignited my passion for building. I was looking for something that operated at the intersection of commercial scale and positive impact. I wanted my daily efforts to mean something—not just for me, but for the broader community. At the time, Meesho, a social commerce startup in India, was booming, and their success story was inspiring. They had just crossed $4B in sales and were creating opportunities for 12 million people in India. We saw similarities in the South African market and believed the model could work here. This led to a much deeper exploration of the social commerce model, with some analysis and conversations with operators who scaled in townships. We eventually raised a substantial pre-seed round and launched to market. But the next 12 months were some of the hardest in my life. Nothing worked. Our founding team disbanded. The platform we developed was for a customer who didn’t need it. Despite the hard work, we were left with almost nothing to show for it, and we burned through $1.5M. On a personal level, everything suffered. My relationships, friendships, and my own mental health collapsed as I struggled with constant stress and failure. The imposter syndrome was overwhelming, and at times, I thought I wasn't cut out for this. Failure had never been something I could easily accept. But I had to acknowledge that the idea wasn’t working. So we pivoted..... twice, and the embarrassment of those failures was intense. It took every ounce of perseverance not to give up. That journey brought me to FARO, venture number three. I can say, with certainty, that FARO has been on fire since day one, surpassing all expectations. I am deeply grateful to the incredible people who have stuck with me through this journey: Amber Penney, my co-founder and rock always; William McCarren my new co-founder / Co-ceo and fast becoming close friend; and Chris Makhanya, our spiritual leader and cultural anchor at FARO, who brings with him 20 years of executive experience in our field. Needles to say without the constant reassurance of Leonard Stiegeler and the unwavering support of tech leaders like Mato Perić, & Fabian Hansen we wouldn’t have made it through. FARO is now a mission-driven business focused on creating value for shareholders, the environment, and society. This journey, filled with failures and lessons, has come full circle. And now, we’re building the next unicorn from Africa, operating at the intersection of commercial scale and positive impact. Life is funny sometimes.... keep chasing your dreams they just might come true!