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The Critical Analysis Technique: Why World’s Top CEOs Ask Employees to Tear Apart Their Ideas
“An idea that has not been tested by fire will crumble in execution.” – this is the unwritten rule that some of the world’s most...

Gaurav Mandal
Aug 174 min read


Trademark Registration Steps in India
For Fashion Designers, Labels, and Creative Entrepreneurs Why Trademark Matters in Fashion A trademark legally protects your brand name,...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 212 min read
Fashion, Business & IPR: A Designer’s Guide to Trademarks, Copyrights, GIs & Legal Compliances
With 10 Real Case Studies from Indian Fashion Why Fashion Designers Must Know the Law In a world where your design can be copied in hours...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 213 min read
Easy Ways to Conduct a Pilot Study for Fashion Designers
5 Case Studies to Test Your Fashion Idea Before Going All In 👗 Why Every Fashion Designer Should Run a Pilot Before Launch Jumping...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 213 min read


Business Plan & Business Model Canvas for Fashion Startups
How 10 Indian Fashion Founders Used These Tools to Build Successful LabelsWhy Fashion Entrepreneurs Need a Business Plan and Business...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 213 min read


Basics of Financial Plan & Budget for Fashion Business Startups
Learn the essentials and see how 5 Indian fashion businesses planned their money smartly from Day 1 Why Every Fashion Startup Needs a...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 213 min read


Understanding Product Mix & Product Life Cycle in Fashion
+ 10 Case Studies & Action Strategies for Fashion Brands In fashion, success isn’t just about creating beautiful garments—it's about...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 213 min read


Retail & Consumer Markets in Fashion: E-commerce, Mobile Retail & Concept Stores
Fashion is no longer just about the product—it’s about the platform. As consumer expectations evolve, brands must rethink how and where...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 203 min read
Range Planning vs. Assortment Planning in Fashion + Assignment & Case Studies
In fashion business, launching a great collection is never a fluke—it’s a strategic process driven by range planning and assortment...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 203 min read


Market Segmentation in the Fashion Industry: Understanding TAM & Business Scope with Case Studies
The fashion industry is vast, but not every product is for every consumer . Successful fashion brands understand who they’re designing...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 203 min read


Reviewing Style & Fit Sample Approvals in Fashion: What to Look For and Why It Matters
In the fashion industry, sample approvals are more than just checkpoints—they are make-or-break moments that ensure your final product...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 203 min read


Pricing Strategies in the Apparel Industry: What Works for Whom and Why
Pricing is more than just assigning a value to a garment— it’s a signal of quality, brand positioning, and market segment . Whether you...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 203 min read


SWOT and PESTLE analysis
In a hyper-competitive and trend-sensitive industry like fashion, strategic analysis is as essential as creativity . Two widely-used...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 203 min read


Factory Compliance in Garment Manufacturing: Understanding Social and Safety Requirements with Case Studies
In the fast-paced world of fashion manufacturing, one thing is non-negotiable: factory compliance . Brands today are held accountable not...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 203 min read


Mastering the Time and Action Calendar in Fashion Merchandising: A Must-Have Tool for Timely Deliveries
In the fashion industry, designing a great product is only half the battle. The other half is getting it produced, quality checked, and...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 203 min read
Costing Basics in Fashion: Understanding the Numbers Behind the Garment
Costing is the backbone of any fashion business. While design and marketing may grab attention, pricing a product correctly starts with...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 192 min read


Inside the Fashion Factory: Understanding Style & Fit Sample Review and Final Inspection Audits
In the journey from sketch to store, two crucial checkpoints determine the quality and commercial readiness of a fashion product: sample...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 193 min read


From Idea to Rack: A Complete Guide to Product Development, Merchandising & Sampling in Indian Fashion Brands
In the ever-evolving Indian fashion landscape, building a successful collection is more than just creative genius—it's a careful balance...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 192 min read


Roles & Responsibilities Across Apparel Industry Sectors
In the vast ecosystem of the apparel industry, merchandisers play a pivotal role as the bridge between creativity and commerce. They are...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 183 min read


Different domains of Fashion Design and Textile Industry
Understanding the Diverse Domains of the Fashion Design and Textile Industry From Designer Labels to Export Houses – And the Role of the...

Gaurav Mandal
Jul 173 min read
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