Fashion Companies In India: A Complete Guide

Right from textiles, clothes and garments; the Indian business has been known for beauty articles and ornaments, gems and jewelry and many other artistic things and articles as well as styles and designs while artisans of India have carved out a niche of their own to be at the top of fashion industry adding a lot of aesthetic value to this industry.

If you just take one of the attires, that is Saree for women which is a fashion statement cloth type for women, India has hundreds of different Saree weaves of great artistic value from traditional weavers and artisans. Many of the Saree types like Dharmavaram, Patola and Kanjivaram have succeeded in obtaining GI tags.

Apart from this, India has been exporting ready to wear garments of the best quality to many countries.

Fashion companies operating in India and from India have made a mark in global fashion scenario.

Jobs offered by Fashion Companies in Indian Fashion Industry

Fashion Industry has many types of job openings, some of the common ones have been listed here.

• Fashion Merchandiser
• Senior Fashion Designer
• Fashion Designer
• Assistant Fashion Designer
• Junior Fashion Designer
• Fashion Design and Graphic
• Fashion Consultant
• Fashion Stylist
• Fashion Content Creator
• E-commerce Catalog Manager
• Store Manager
• Textile Designer
• Brand Manager and Marketer
• Fashion Model
• Media Manager for Fashion Brand
• Sales Manager for Area
• Fashion Design and Interior Design Faculty
• Design Head - Man Fashion
• Design Head - Kids Wear
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Job description and detailed role contents of listed job positions

Role & responsibilities of fashion industry workforce

• collaborating with team colleagues to choose themes, do edits to patterns and create new concepts and new designs to have new products on continuing basis as per current and evolving trends capturing the developments and demands of users
• User inspired designing and development of model styles and patterns
• Managing raw materials - development and ordering of required fabric, trims, accessories etc.
• Drawing, sketching and designing as per developed specifications
• Keeping abreast with fashion trends evolving from markets and competitors and carving out new and unique designs for the customers
• Continuing and maintaining excellence in work by creative and innovative outputs
• Customer section specific designing approach - women wear, men wear, kids wear, youth wear
• Fashion icons and fashion leadership development and nurturing
• Impressive expression and articulation as well as communication skills and presentation as well as skills of capacity building
• Researching futuristic, upcoming and current fashion trends and assessing prospects from the viewpoint of liking of consumers of various categories - women, men, youth, kids etc.
• Collaborating with the various teams - research, concept, production and marketing and monitoring teams across all operations to integrate inputs from all of them for new products based on documented field report and other data
• Create and work on and develop original fashion concepts
• Design sketches
• Watch that designs fulfill quality and brand standards
• Noteworthy creative and communication skills
• Stay updated about backward and forward linkages and on trends and also the dynamics of raw and other materials and consumer and statutory preferences and requirements

Job Description would include position profile detailing education, contact details, perks and benefits, Industry Type: textile/garments/apparels/others, company details, department details, Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent, Role Category: Fashion & Accessories etc.

Key Skills

Technical skills like design drawing and sketching, design pattern and soft skills like communication skill, creative thinking etc.

Fashion Industry in India

The government agencies and private players viz. Fashion Companies have been engaged in growth of fashion industry in India.

The contribution of only the textiles industry in the GDP of India stands at 2.3 % and it stands at 12% of all exports from India.

This information is sufficient to make one aware about the importance of fashion industry in India and the jobs that are being created, it may be noted that textiles contributes 45 million jobs in India.

So it is a huge work force and if we just come to designing and fashion related specific jobs in the industry, it could be in thousands. And then there are skilled artisans designing and producing wonderful pieces of clothes making India and the world more beautiful and proud of their skills.

There have been textiles and fashion designing institutes that offer graduation and post-graduation degrees and diplomas for skilled and semiskilled work force for this industry in India.

Students and learners from across continents have been studying in these institutes and taking Indian fashion knowledge and skill base to their respective countries and communities.

Khadi and Village Industries Commission is an arm of the Ministry of Textiles of Govt of India that operates across the nation to help rural artisans sell their wonderful products in cities. There are many other upcoming vegan organic clothing players

Fashion Brands in India

• H&M
• GAP
• Forever 21
• Westside
• Pantaloons
• Fabindia
• Allen Solly
• Pepe Jeans
• Levi's
• Raymond
• Monte Carlo
• Zodiac
• Biba
• Taneira
• Raw Mango
• Sabyasachi
• Gaurang Shah Designs
• Nully
• Harara high end unique clothing articles
• KVIC Khadi India brands

Many other brands are there - this list is not complete, it is exhaustive but many more brands are there. Most of the listed and other brands can be looked into easily by going to any of the malls or markets in any of the cities. These brands can be categorized into the following categories.

• Men’s Formal Brands.
• Men’s Casual Brands
• Women Ethnic wear
• Women Wear Western
• Khadi India
• Organic Vegan Brands
• Traditional Clothing Brands and Products by Clusters of Artisans
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Some Clothing and Fashion Brands and Companies in India

Adidas

Founded in 1949, Adidas is a well-known globally second largest sportswear brand. Its shoes and other sportswear lead the market but it has an impressive clothing catalog too. Adidas India details can be seen on https://www.adidas.co.in/

Allen Solly

India's fast growing clothing firm offers lifestyle products. Founded by William Hollins & Co. Ltd. in 1744, it was launched in India in 1993 by Madura Fashion & Lifestyle later acquired by Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Limited. Its range varies from western apparel for men, women and kids. It has big consumer base due to fairly priced items on one hand and high-end products on the other hand. Know more about Allen Solly's products: https://www.allensolly.com/

Biba

Meena Bindra founded Biba Fashion (https://www.biba.in/) is an Indian women's and girls' fashion brand since 1988 with more than 150 brand outlets and 225 multi-brand outlets. It is an ethnic brand.

Khadi India

This brand is umbrella brand of more than 2700 Khadi Organizations producing hand woven natural fabric products by weavers and artisans. Government promotes this brand and it is popular not only in India but it is now in export business too. If you wish to know more about this people's or weavers' brand, you may visit https://www.khadiindia.gov.in/.

Calvin Klein

Founded in 1968, American fashion brand has headquarters in New York City's Manhattan, it started business in India in 2007. A well-known brand preferred by celebrities.

Fabindia

Founded by John Bissell in 1960, Fabindia is Indian brand selling clothing of traditional crafts produced by local craftsmen for markets in cities. It is in export and has business with more than 40 countries. They use natural local raw materials. More about Fabindia @: https://www.fabindia.com/

Flying Machine

Textile brand owned by an old timer Arvind mills, Flying Machine provides fashion clothes since 1980. It has fair priced but attractive products.

H&M

H&M is a brand that is economical, and yet unique, and quality apparel brand. H&M is Swedish origin clothing retailer based in Stockholm, Sweden. This company has around 50 locations across 25 cities across India. This company operates in 74 countries and has more than 5,000 outlets. The company has a well operated online marketing system and this platform has made it well-known in the virtual marketing world. If you need more information on this company, please visit H&M India here: https://www2.hm.com/en_in/index.htm

John Players

This is a men’s clothing brand, particularly popular among young generation. John Players started its business with the big group known as ITC group in India and as learnt it was later taken over by and is now managed by Reliance Industries. Visit John Player here: http://www.shopjohnplayers.com/

Levi’s

Denim is the cloth that is known to youth, denim is made up of thick cloth prepared from cotton in a specific weaving pattern. Levi’s has spread its brand image across large customer base. Founded in 1853, Levi’s has the legacy of success across decades in fashion trends. Levi’s commenced its business in India in 1995 and since then Levi's clothing and jeans are popular in people. Levi's offers both men's and women's jeans and casual garment products, more on this brand at https://www.levi.in/

Louis Philippe

Louis Philippe, though the name sounds Western, is an Indian clothing brand owned and managed by the well-known Aditya Birla Group. Louis Philippe was started in 1989 and is one of India's most well-known garment house at present. It operates 2700 stores across India and around the globe. They have a wide range of many products manufactured with wondeful craftsmanship that manifests as vivid clothing. Louis Philippe has offers selection from formals, semi-formals, custom-made clothing, and fashion item. If you wish to know more about them, do visit here https://www.louisphilippe.com/

Monte Carlo

The Company is an Indian company though the name sounds non-Indian. Monte Carlo began its commercial operations from Ludhiana, Punjab, India in 1984. Oswald Woollen Mills Limited own Monte Carlo brand. Company has around 1300 outlets in India and overseas. This clothing company makes products from natural fibre - woollen and cotton apparels for men, women, and kids. Monte Carlo brand has earned name in market. Do visit to know more about Monte Carlo products here: https://www.montecarlo.in/ecarlo.in/

Nike

American multinational Inc. Nike has a variety of quality and uniquely styled products. This company was founded in 1964, sixty years back in Beaverton, Oregon, United States, and at present it has over 1200 stores across globe. This is a credited clothing brand of international reckoning. This company offers sportswear - shoes, jerseys, shorts, cleats, base-layers etc.

Pepe Jeans

This brand viz. Pepe Jeans London is a denim and casual wear jeans brand. This company was founded in 1973 in London, UK. Its range includes T-shirts, jeans, standard fit shirts, polo shirts, capries etc. Pepe Jeans operates about 1350 multi-brand stores and 503 format stores in India. Its website here: https://www.pepejeans.com/en_int/

Peter England

Peter England was started in Londonderry, Ireland, the year was 1889. It began its business in the Indian market in 1997. The Aditya Birla Group took it over in year 2000. The brand has items like jeans, T-shirts, skirts, and more. Peter England website - https://www.peterengland.com/.

Park Avenue

Raymond group owns Park Avenue which was established in 1986. This brand is a leading Indian brand for men's "Ready Made Apparels".

Provogue

Provogue (India) Limited is a registered company. Business was started with this Provogue Brand in 1998 for men's wear with a range of contemporary clothing. This brand has made a name for itself in short span.

Raymond

Raymond brand has become a synonym for frmal suits. Based at Mumbai, Maharashtra this is the biggest integrated manufacturer in worsted fabric across globe. Raymond group owns Park Avenue which was established in 1986. This brand is a leading Indian brand for men's "Ready Made Apparels". Its website here - https://www.raymond.in/

U.S. Polo Assn.

The United States Polo Association abbreviated as U.S. Polo Assn brand has sanctioned officially this brand since 1890. It offers clothing for men, women, and kids and many other items. U.S Polo Assn India web address here - https://uspoloassn.in/

Van Heusen

Van Heusen is a brand known for its elegant fashion trends. It was founded by Moses Phillips, John Van Heusen  and Dramin Jones created this clothing brand in 1881, which made it the oldest brand in India. The company has established itself as one of the most popular and leading clothing brand labels for men’s shirts and formal wear. The company is owned by Aditya Birla and Fashion and retail Limited (ABFRL). The company’s goal is to bridge together the sophistication and function along with elegance in all its outfits. The brand has expanded its category of products such as neckwear, trousers, polos and shirts among others.

W for Woman

W for Women is a great initiative and creative celebration of womanhood in all its forms and ways. The brand was founded as a division of TCNS Clothing Co. Ltd. in 2001. The brand provides a blend of western style clothing with the Indian outfits. The brand’s Indo-Western style is well known and popular among its customer base. The company operates over 400 outlets/ stores across the country India and the world. Know more about brand W at https://wforwoman.com/

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Wrangler

Wrangler is one of the oldest clothing brands, not just in India but the world. The brand was founded in 1904 and its assortment of western clothing such as jeans, shirts, and even footwear are preferred choices for both men and women. The brand is particularly famous among teenagers and working professionals. Wrangler has its wide presence across many major cities of India.

Zara

Founded by Ortega Gaona and Rosalia Mera, Zara is currently one of the most popular clothing brands in India, especially popular with the youth and young adults who prefer trendy fashion and clothing. The company is a subsidiary of the Inditex Group and operates around 2270 locations worldwide and has an extensive network of online stores/ E-commerce presence.

Zodiac

Zodiac clothing brand is an Indian brand that was founded in 1954. The headquarter of the brand is in the city of Mumbai which has a dense population and great career opportunities. Zodiac has established its impression and reputation in India as an Indian brand for many years now. The brand has its stores located across the country and also has a decent presence in E-commerce. The brand is popular for formal and ready to wear clothing. The brand has a loyal base of customers and those customers have a particular taste as well.

There are many other popular clothing brands in India that are not included in this list.

Men’s Formal Brands

• Park Avenue
• Louis Philippe
• Van Heusen
• BlackBerrys
• Giovani
• Arrow
• Raymond
• Indian Terrain
• Globus
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Men’s Casual Brands

• Allen Solly
• U.S. Polo ASSN
• LP Jeans
• Indigo Nation
• Indian Terrain
• Celio
• Color plus
• Parx
• Arrow
• Lombard
• Twill
• John Miller
• Bare Denim
• John Players
• Izod
• Basics
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Women Ethnic wear

• Global desi
• Mother Earth
• Biba
• Soch
• Aurelia
• W
• Label Ritu Kumar
• AND
• Libas
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Ladies' Western clothing brands

• UCB
• Zink London
• Madame
• Marie Clarie
• Vero Moda
• Only
• Pepe Jeans
• Levi’s
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Cities for fashion industry jobs

• Jaipur
• Chennai
• Bengaluru Karnataka/Bangalore
• Mumbai
• New Delhi
• Varanasi Uttar Pradesh
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Conclusion

Now you know that the fashion industry in India has high potential and high growth trajectory and it is likely to generate jobs on a continuing basis as the exports also grow. Career aspirants have a very rich ground to make a debut or to grow fast in this industry.

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