Company History and Development - The company started in 1987 under the name Rundi Enterprise, later known as Lur [4] - In the early 1990s, the company participated in shoe exhibitions in Germany but initially received no orders for three consecutive years [4][5][6] - The company achieved a breakthrough by securing two international orders from Japan and Lebanon at a GDS exhibition [6] - By 1997, after 10 years of OEM business, selling to 40 countries, the company launched its own brand, Lur [7] Sustainable Fashion Initiatives - The company is exploring the use of oil palm waste to create wood for high heel shoes [12][13] - The company is also utilizing pineapple leather (Piñatex) for sustainable shoe production [14][15] - KL Green Fashion was formed to promote sustainability and green fashion, using materials like pineapple leather, apple leather, oyster shells, and recycled PET bottles [17][18][19] - The fashion industry faces challenges with 92 million tons of textile waste being burned or dumped annually, with only 1% being recycled [16] Collaborations and Recognition - The company collaborated with Jimmy Choo, which provided significant learning opportunities and exposure [6][7][8] - The company designed shoes for Kate Middleton as a national present from the Queen in 2014 [9] - The company has designed for Malaysian queens and collaborated with top designers at London Fashion Week from 2010 to 2012 [10] - In 2017, the company designed a pair of shoes valued at 5 million MYR, recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records [11]

I decided to clear my closet one day and I made a giant pile of clothes on the floor. Things that didn't fit anymore, pieces that were out of style. And then I realized these weren't just outfits.They were stories. from different chapters of my life. The cute top I twirled in at a music festival with friends.The red dress with my crush. The power blazer from my first day at a dream job. I thought letting go would be simple.I stuffed them into a big bag, put it in my car, and decided to donate them. But six ...

The fashion industry used to be PETA’s main target. But thanks to changing tastes—and better faux options—the industry is no longer enemy number one. https://t.co/4OShbtD1Q4 ...

With the recent launch of Lululemon here in Brussels , I went to explore the flagship new store and saw a crowd battling each other for the newest Lululemon product releases. Now, a shop might not be indicative of the broad operation, andAs a detail-oriented investor with a strong foundation in finance and business writing, I focus on analyzing undervalued and disliked companies or industries that have strong fundamentals and good cash flows. I have a particular interest in sectors such as Oil&Gas and consu ...

Group 1 - The company Kandal M Venture Limited reported customer orders totaling approximately US$6,722,000 for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, with orders for the Resort 2026 and Spring 2026 seasons meeting expectations [2][3] - The company aims to increase orders and expand its operations to enhance its geographic presence and customer base [3] - Kandal M Venture Limited specializes in manufacturing affordable luxury leather goods, including various types of handbags and smaller leather items like wallets, with manufacturing operations based in Cambodia [4]

Shein begins offering other fashion brands access to its apparel manufacturing network in China as a service, sources say, as it seeks new revenue streams amid pressure on its retail business from US tariffs https://t.co/gp4zKitWPf ...

Luca de Meo shuffled the senior ranks at Kering's Gucci label as the new chief executive officer seeks to revive the fortunes of the struggling fashion group https://t.co/npzFkuYrIB ...

Marketing Strategy - When not the market leader, companies should focus on a unique angle [1] - Fast food brands like Five Guys advertise as premium due to McDonald's market dominance [1] - Ride-sharing apps like Lyft emphasize friendliness because Uber is the largest [1] - Online retailers like Etsy promote uniqueness given Amazon's size [1] - Coffee brands like Duncan highlight daily routine due to Starbucks' market position [1] - Fashion brands like H&M advertise affordability because Zara is the biggest [1]

Business Overview & Strategy - The business was born from a personal realization of wanting genuine luxury products but being unable to afford them, aiming to change that for other women [1] - The company's idea is to curate surplus designer inventory and offer it at prices that make high-end pieces attainable, focusing on real luxury rather than fake goods [1] - The company started with pop-ups in Delhi, later expanding to new cities like Mumbai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad, and is gradually building an online presence [2] Challenges & Achievements - Initially, designers were hesitant to partner with an untested venture, and customers were skeptical about affordable luxury [1] - The company has successfully helped over 70 brands liquidate more than 4500 Crores (approximately $540 million USD, using a rough conversion of 83.3 INR/USD) worth of inventory [1] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of self-belief and resilience in building a business, especially as a woman entrepreneur and mother [1] Core Values & Lessons - Premium living is about access to beauty, quality, and feeling worthy of beautiful things, not just the price tag [2] - Respect for work comes from understanding its absence, especially after experiencing both having everything and losing it [2] - True luxury is making others feel luxurious, highlighting the importance of making meaningful things accessible to others [2]

Giorgio Armani’s clear blue eyes noticed everything—including that a colleague’s tie, 1.5cm too long, spoiled the balance of his outfit. Our obituary of the Italian designer who was the arbiter of every detail of his life https://t.co/Ubp9FCQg9IPhoto: Getty Images https://t.co/Ere4d6FEjm ...