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Vegan, ethical and festive, occasion wear gets a sustainable touch this season

Sustainable occasion wear is no longer a side conversation, but an important trend that’s catching up with to celebrate guilt-free festivities. In 2025, the true luxury lies not in how heavy your outfit is but in how thoughtfully it was made.

Developers bet on luxury malls in smaller cities as demand surges

Consumers here are well-travelled, digitally exposed, and aspirational, making them ready for luxury and premium retail.

Karan Johar reveals he turned to retail therapy to battle loneliness

Karan Johar, in a new interview, revealed how he turned to retail therapy to battle sadness and loneliness. He shared how he tried to fill the void with material things that only served as a temporary fix. Read on to know some of the realisations that helped him cope with the ‘disease’.

66-year-old woman spends Rs 2.4 crore shopping online, rents flat to store unopened packages

The shopaholic's rationale for her massive expenditure was that it was a deliberate attempt to deter relatives and friends from borrowing money. 'When they see piles of stuff in my home, they will feel it is inappropriate to ask me to lend them money,' she said.

Quick commerce, e-commerce firms steady the ship as India-Pakistan tensions ease

As the ceasefire stabilizes, e-commerce platforms have been navigating logistical challenges and a brief dip in demand, with operations returning to normal in several key regions.

City dwellers to splurge Rs 1.85 lakh cr, but top-tier may spend less this festive season: LocalCircles

Comparison of spending trends with the 2022 pan-India survey shows a slowdown in spending at top tier of people looking to spend Rs 50,000 and more

Smart shopping: 6 essential tips to keep in mind when buying clothes for a new season

The weather is turning, and for those who love to shop, this is a perfect excuse to head to the malls to add new pieces to your wardrobe. Before you do that, keep a few things in mind. Evaluate your current wardrobe, set a budget, choose quality over quantity, and you will save money.

37-year-old quit JPMorgan job to sell clothes online. She earns Rs 84 lakh a month: 'Absolutely loved it'

Zoreen Kabani said women's fashion 'was personally a passion of mine' because she’s always loved shopping. She added that as a child of immigrants, 'I grew up very thrifty,' and that 'I love finding deals.'

Scorched in heatwaves, retailers defer end-of-season sales as shoppers stay indoors: Report

The mid-year end-of-season sales traditionally commence in mid-June and extend through July end. Some items receive substantial markdowns approaching the Independence Day weekend.

Amazon deserves to be called out for swindling users

Amazon US announced that Prime Video would no longer be commercial free unless subscribers — even existing ones who had paid for a yearly plan — paid an extra $2.99 a month. The move was part of a mad dash to boost streaming income after years of rampant investment and spiraling blockbuster budgets. You can’t just go stripping away features and expect customers to not speak up just because you need to better balance your books

This Indian favourite emerged as the most shopped clothing item on Flipkart in 2023

Women's clothing across ethnic, contemporary, and western wear remained at the top of shopping lists.

Marketing Musings: Where festivals go, commerce follows

Amid the religious fervour and pandal-hopping that is seen during Durga Puja, marketers aim to make merry while consumers spend

Amazon Prime Day flashes warning for US retailers

Independent credit card transaction data paints a muted sales picture, with Amazon making slight gains and the broader US retail industry falling behind. The lacklustre spending is a troubling signal for the sector, which was hoping for a rebound after a year of sluggish consumer spending

After Myntra, Flipkart rolls out fashion portal Spoyl for Gen Z

Flipkart Fashion is the largest player in the online industry with a 27 percent market share followed by Myntra, which accounts for 22 percent of the market

Gen Z, millennials breaking up with their 'spendy friends' to save money: Survey

According to the study, overspending is driving Gen Z and millennials into debt.

This mall in China has 'husband storage pods' for gaming while wives go shopping

Equipped with comfortable seating, monitors, computers, and gamepads loaded with retro 1990s games, these 'storage pods' offer men a welcome escape.

UK retailers should make hay while the sun shines on shoppers

Brits are spending more thanks to the good weather in May and June and the recent pay increases. But don't expect the positive effects to continue, as ongoing inflation will slowly erode the effect of annual pay increases

In the US, the question isn’t whether to shop, it’s where

Data last week showed back-to-back declines for retail sales at primarily brick-and-mortar stores, while spending grew online. Year-on-year online prices have been falling for seven consecutive months, drawing shoppers

Can't figure out what to buy? Try asking your shopping cart

In the US, shoppers at grocery stores are being greeted by a new fleet of souped-up smart carts that promise to help with everything from seamless checkout to dinner suggestions and best deals. But will people use them?

US Black Friday online sales hit record $9 billion despite high inflation

Online spending rose 2.3 percent on Black Friday, Adobe Inc's data and insights arm Adobe Analytics said, thanks to consumers holding out for discounts until the traditionally big shopping days, despite deals starting as early as October

Black Friday sales | Offers on Amazon, Flipkart & Nykaa | Beware of the Black Friday fraud

The festive season is here and Indian retailers are riding high. A common practice in the west, Black Friday sales have now become a yearly event in India over the last few years. But, what is the history of Black Friday? And, how Indian customers can take advantage of these deals on Amazon, Flipkart & Nykaa? How do you stay safe from the onset of Black Friday sales spam? Watch the video to find out.

Over 80% Indians planning to celebrate holiday season with family, spend on travel, shopping: Survey