Spykar Accelerates Retail Expansion, Targets 380+ Stores Across India’s Emerging Fashion Markets

MINISO has opened one of its biggest stores at Pacific Mall in Jaipur, expanding the lifestyle retailer’s physical presence in India. The new outlet adds to the brand’s retail network and strengthens its presence in Rajasthan’s organised retail market.

The store opening was announced by the company through a social media update, which acknowledged the teams involved in bringing the new outlet to completion. The announcement also indicated that the retailer plans to continue expanding its store portfolio.

MINISO operates in the lifestyle retail segment, offering products across categories such as home accessories, toys, beauty accessories, stationery, travel essentials, and everyday lifestyle products. Its stores bring multiple product categories together, catering to consumers looking for accessories and merchandise for daily use.

The new outlet at Pacific Mall Jaipur adds another physical shopping destination for customers in the city. Shopping malls remain important locations for lifestyle retailers seeking to reach consumers through accessible store locations and a broad product assortment.

The opening also reflects MINISO’s continued focus on expanding its physical retail footprint in India. The company has built its presence through stores in shopping malls and other high-footfall retail locations, offering products across several everyday consumer categories.

Further details about the Jaipur store’s size, investment and product assortment have not been disclosed. The opening adds to MINISO’s retail presence as the brand continues to develop its network in the Indian market.

FS Life, the fashion and lifestyle company behind FableStreet, Pink Fort and March, has opened its first store in Jaipur, Rajasthan, expanding its offline retail presence into a new market. The store opening coincided with the first day of Navratri and the inauguration of the mall where the outlet is located.

The company announced the development through its official LinkedIn account. The Jaipur store adds to FS Life’s physical retail network as it continues to expand access to its fashion and jewellery brands across Indian cities.

Founded in 2016 by Ayushi Gudwani, FS Life started with FableStreet, a western wear brand focused on clothing designed for Indian women. The company has since developed a multi-brand portfolio spanning contemporary western wear, modern Indian wear and fine silver jewellery.

FableStreet focuses on workwear and everyday clothing, with an emphasis on fit and functionality for Indian women. Pink Fort offers modern Indian wear, including kurtas, kurta sets, dresses, tops, co-ord sets and bottoms. Its designs draw on Indian crafts, prints and traditional textile techniques.

The company’s portfolio also includes March, a fine silver jewellery brand offering designs positioned within the accessible jewellery segment. FS Life has been expanding its physical retail network alongside its digital business, with stores across Delhi NCR, Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru and other markets. The Jaipur opening extends this strategy into Rajasthan, adding another city to the company’s offline presence.

The expansion gives FS Life an additional physical touchpoint for customers looking to shop across its apparel and jewellery brands. By bringing FableStreet, Pink Fort and March under its broader portfolio, the company operates across multiple segments of India’s women’s fashion and lifestyle market. The Jaipur store marks another step in FS Life’s retail expansion strategy as the company continues to develop its presence beyond established urban markets.

Japanese apparel retailer UNIQLO has reopened its expanded store at Ambience Mall in Gurugram, Haryana, increasing its retail space to approximately 28,000 sq ft. The store reopened on October 2, 2026, and is the company’s second Super Large Format store in India. The expansion comes six years after UNIQLO first opened its Ambience Mall outlet.

The refurbished store offers more than 330 styles, additional trial rooms and self-checkout counters, along with a wider selection of apparel across the brand’s LifeWear range. The store features UNIQLO’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection, including HEATTECH, Cashmere, Extra Fine Merino and Soufflé Yarn products. These additions broaden the range available to shoppers across seasonal clothing and everyday apparel categories.

Kenji Inoue, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer of UNIQLO India said, “Over the past six years, we have been encouraged by the strong response from customers at UNIQLO Ambience Mall Gurugram. As demand for LifeWear continues to grow in India, we are investing not only in new stores, but also in enhancing our existing stores to better meet customers’ needs. The reopening of UNIQLO Ambience Mall Gurgaon as our second Super Large Format store in India reflects that commitment, offering customers the full line up of LifeWear, enhanced experiences, and new services. We look forward to welcoming customers back and continuing to bring the quality, functionality, and comfort of LifeWear to more people in the region.”

The expanded outlet also introduces UTme!, a customisation service that allows customers to create personalised designs on selected products. In addition, the store has a RE.UNIQLO donation box for customers to contribute pre-owned clothing as part of the brand’s garment reuse and recycling initiatives. The reopening included in-store activities and a traditional Japanese Taiko drum performance. The company also offered opening-weekend incentives and promotional deals during the October 2 to October 8 period.

The larger Ambience Mall store reflects UNIQLO’s strategy of expanding its presence in India through both new outlets and upgrades to existing locations. The retailer continues to develop its physical store network while offering a broader range of apparel and in-store services to customers in key urban markets.

Baazar Style Retail has opened a new Style Baazar store in Raniganj, West Bengal, taking its total operational store network to 286. The expansion adds to the value fashion retailer’s presence in Eastern India, where the company continues to strengthen its physical retail footprint.

The latest store addition follows the company’s recent expansion in Fulbari, Jalpaiguri, where it opened a store on October 9, 2026, taking its network to 284 outlets at that time. With the Raniganj store, Baazar Style Retail has increased its operational network by two stores from the reported October 9 count.

The expansion reflects the retailer’s continued focus on strengthening its presence in West Bengal and other key markets. The company operates in India’s value fashion retail segment, which serves consumers seeking affordable clothing and apparel through organised retail outlets.

Store expansion in regional markets remains an important growth avenue for fashion retailers targeting consumers beyond major metropolitan cities. For Baazar Style Retail, adding stores in West Bengal helps extend its physical reach across Eastern India.

The company’s growing store network also highlights the role of regional expansion in India’s organised value retail market, where retailers continue to build their presence across smaller cities and towns. With its operational network now at 286 stores, Baazar Style Retail continues to expand its footprint in the Indian fashion retail industry.

KIKO Milano opened new flagship store at Jio World Drive, BKC, Mumbai. This marks a significant milestone in the dynamic beauty markets. The opening was attended by CEO, Simone Dominici, marking another step forward in the brand's partnership with Reliance Retail.

Commenting on the launch, the brand posted, ''The new flagship brings the KIKO Milano experience to life through our signature products, including 3D Hydra Lipgloss and Unlimited Double Touch, alongside Sparkle Stories, our Limited Edition Diwali collection created specifically for Diwali, the Festival of Lights.''

KIKO Milano is an Italian cosmetics brand founded in 1997 that operates over 1,400 stores across 75 countries. The brand eneterd India in 2016 with first store launch at DLF Mall of India, Noida. The brand currently operates 20 retail touchpoints across 8 Indian cities.

India cosmetic market is valued at USD 8.1 Billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 18.4 Billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 3.2% during the forecast period 2023-2032. With increased financial capacity and purchasing power of the middle class segment, there is a growing demand for cosmetics, including skincare, makeup, and hair care items.Apart from that, there is a rise of organic products, innovative formulations and vegan products, meeting the evoving and ethical needs of the customers.

Further, technological advancements in packaging and formulation significantly propel the Indian cosmetic market. Innovations such as sustainable and user-friendly packaging, coupled with breakthroughs in formulation techniques, enhance product quality and appeal. Advanced packaging ensures product integrity and aesthetics, attracting consumers.

House of Quadri, a lab-grown diamond jewellery brand founded by Vaibhav Karnavat, has opened a new store in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, expanding its retail presence in India. The opening follows the brand's existing presence in Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru and marks its entry into Hyderabad's luxury jewellery market. The new store offers a range of lab-grown diamond jewellery, including rings, earrings, bracelets, bangles, necklaces, mangalsutras and bridal designs. The brand also provides customisation services, allowing customers to work with its team to create personalised jewellery pieces.

House of Quadri's product portfolio combines contemporary designs with traditional jewellery styles. Its collections include solitaire and statement rings, tennis necklaces, statement necklaces and bridal jewellery, alongside pieces intended for everyday wear. The brand also offers custom-designed jewellery for customers seeking individual specifications. Its products use IGI-certified lab-grown diamonds set in 18K hallmarked gold.

The Hyderabad store is intended to serve customers in the city as well as buyers from nearby markets, including Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada. The expansion comes as consumer interest in lab-grown diamond jewellery grows across Hyderabad and other regional markets.

The Banjara Hills outlet features an interior design centred on curved walls, rounded furniture and soft architectural details. The store uses warm beige, natural wood and deep burgundy across its interiors, with geometric textile artworks, sculptural lighting and sheer curtains incorporated into the layout. An elongated circular ceiling feature runs above the jewellery displays, linking the curved architectural elements throughout the store. The layout is designed to provide customers with space to browse the collections and discuss customised jewellery requirements.

Vaibhav Karnavat, Founder, House of Quadri said, “Opening our Banjara Hills store marks an important step for House of Quadri as we continue to build our presence in Hyderabad. With this space, we wanted to create more than a jewellery store, we wanted an environment where customers can take their time, explore our designs, and experience lab-grown diamond jewellery in a way that feels personal and considered. Hyderabad has been an important market for us, and we look forward to deepening our connection with the city’s evolving luxury and design community.”

The opening adds another physical retail location to House of Quadri's network as the brand continues to develop its presence in India's lab-grown diamond jewellery segment. Its Hyderabad store combines jewellery sales, customisation services and an in-person shopping experience for customers exploring contemporary diamond designs.

Swiss watchmaker Tissot has opened a new boutique at Sky City Mall in Borivali, Mumbai, expanding its retail presence in India. The new store spans approximately 440 square feet and features a contemporary retail layout designed to display the brand's watch collections.

The boutique marks another step in Tissot's expansion in the Indian luxury watch market, providing customers with a dedicated space to explore its range of watches and collections. The store features a Safe, Digital Screen, Strap Backwall, and Celebration Table as part of its retail layout.

Sylvain Dolla, CEO of Tissot said, “Mumbai is a city where Tissot has built a strong connection over the years. This new boutique in Borivali allows us to take another step forward and reach an even broader community of watch enthusiasts.”

The new Mumbai boutique features several of Tissot's established collections, including the PRX, Seastar, Gentleman, Le Locle, T-Touch, PR 100, Chrono XL, T-Race and Chemin des Tourelles. The Tissot PRX collection features an integrated design with contemporary proportions, while the Seastar range includes watches designed for water-related activities and adventure. The other collections cater to different preferences across classic, sports, and contemporary watch styles.

The store's product assortment allows customers to explore Tissot's Swiss watchmaking across multiple collections at a single location. Mumbai remains an important market for international watch brands, supported by demand for premium timepieces and the city's established luxury retail network. The new boutique in Borivali gives Tissot an additional physical retail location in the city.

Founded in 1853, Tissot follows the philosophy of “Innovators by Tradition,” combining its Swiss watchmaking heritage with contemporary design. The brand also maintains partnerships with international sporting events and brand ambassadors as part of its global positioning. The opening at Sky City Mall adds to Tissot's retail presence in India, giving customers in Mumbai another location to explore its watches and collections.

KIKO Milano has opened its new flagship store at Jio World Drive, BKC, Mumbai. Inaugurated by Simone Dominici, CEO of KIKO Milano, the new flagship reflects India’s growing importance as a strategic market for global beauty and marks the next chapter in the Brand’s journey in the country

KIKO Milano’s India operations are held under KIKO Cosmetics Retail Pvt. Ltd., a wholly owned entity managed by Reliance Beauty & Personal Care Limited (RBPCL), which is a 100% subsidiary of Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL).

Commenting on the launch, Simone Dominici, CEO, KIKO Milano, said, "India is an important market for KIKO Milano, and the opening of our Jio World Drive flagship marks an exciting new step in our journey in the country. Together with Reliance Team, we combine KIKO Milano's global expertise with a deep understanding of the Indian consumer, creating the perfect foundation for long-term growth. This flagship brings the breadth of KIKO Milano to consumers while strengthening our presence and relevance in the country. "

KIKO Milano’s iconic products, including its much-loved cult favourites, have earned a strong following among beauty enthusiasts for their distinctive and innovative formulations, sensorial textures and high-performance, long-lasting results.

The Jio World Drive flagship also introduced KIKO Milano’s festive Limited Edition Diwali collection, “Sparkle Stories,” developed specifically for the Indian festive season. The exclusive limited edition sits alongside the brand’s signature international portfolio, featuring hero products such as the 3D Hydra Lipgloss and Unlimited Double Touch, as well as seasonal Limited Editions. With its Italian heritage and artistry and a strong focus on creativity, innovation and self-expression, KIKO Milano invites consumers to experiment with vibrant shades, rich textures, and innovative formulas.

With the new Jio World Drive flagship, KIKO Milano continues to scale its dedicated store experience across premier retail destinations in India, supported by the extensive reach of Reliance Retail's beauty ecosystem.

About KIKO MILANO: KIKO MILANO was founded in Milan in 1997 and has grown to become the #1 makeup brand in Italy. Rooted in Italian craft, culture, and high- performance design, KIKO redefines cosmetics by making trend-focused, premium formulations accessible to all. With over 1,400 stores across 75 international markets, KIKO Milano combines global standards with bold creative expression.

Indian streetwear and lifestyle brand BLUORNG has opened a new retail store at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, strengthening its offline presence in North India. The launch marks another step in the brand’s retail expansion strategy as it looks to reach a wider audience through physical stores.

Founded in 2020, BLUORNG has grown from launching a single oversized T-shirt to building a portfolio that includes apparel, denim, and accessories. The brand is known for its graphic-led collections, signature silhouettes, denim offerings, and fashion-focused product range aimed at young consumers.

The new outlet at Ambience Mall Vasant Kunj has been designed to showcase the brand’s latest collections, including its recently relaunched denim line, alongside existing apparel and accessories. The store will let consumers experience BLUORNG’s product range in a physical retail environment. The opening comes as fashion retailers and direct-to-consumer brands continue to strengthen their brick-and-mortar presence to enhance customer engagement and expand market reach.

Arjun Gehlot, Director, Ambience Group said, “At Ambience Malls, our vision has always been to create destinations that reflect the evolving aspirations and lifestyles of our consumers. Today’s younger consumers are redefining how fashion is discovered, experienced and expressed, with a growing preference for brands that have a distinct point of view and a strong sense of identity. As retail becomes increasingly experiential and discovery-led, we continue to curate a relevant mix of established and emerging brands that bring fresh perspectives to our destinations. BLUORNG represents this new generation of design-led Indian brands, with a distinctive aesthetic and a strong creative identity that resonates with the evolving fashion culture of Delhi. Its approach to streetwear, combined with its focus on design and self-expression, makes it a natural addition to our fashion portfolio. We are delighted to welcome BLUORNG to Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, and look forward to seeing the brand become an integral part of our consumers’ fashion and discovery journeys.”

The addition of BLUORNG further expands Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj's fashion and lifestyle portfolio, which continues to attract established and emerging brands targeting India's growing streetwear, youth fashion, and premium apparel segments.

Davaindia, the generic pharmacy retail chain operated by Zota Healthcare Ltd., has expanded its presence in Kerala with the launch of its first airport store at Kochi Airport. The move is aimed at improving access to affordable healthcare products and generic medicines for both travellers and local consumers.

Located at one of South India's busiest aviation hubs, the new pharmacy outlet is designed to cater to the healthcare and wellness needs of passengers, airport visitors, and nearby communities. The launch aligns with Davaindia’s strategy to strengthen the availability of affordable medicines and healthcare products across high-footfall locations.

The Kochi Airport store will offer more than 2,000 products, including generic medicines, over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, first-aid products, personal care items, wellness solutions, and daily healthcare essentials. To address the needs of travellers, the outlet will also stock travel-focused products such as travel kits, Vitamin B12 oral strips, effervescent tablets, and sheet masks.

Sujit Paul, Group CEO, Zota Healthcare Ltd said, "The launch of our Kochi Airport store is an important step in our journey to make quality and affordable healthcare accessible wherever people need it. Airports bring together people from different cities and communities, and our presence here allows us to address an everyday need in a convenient and accessible manner. Through this store, we aim to bring the philosophy of ‘Har Ghar Ki Pharmacy’ to the airport environment, ensuring that healthcare and wellness essentials remain within easy reach even while people are travelling."

Davaindia currently operates more than 2,900 outlets across India and continues to expand its retail pharmacy network at a pace of approximately one new store every 24 hours. The company's growth strategy focuses on increasing access to affordable generic medicines and healthcare products across urban and regional markets. In Kerala, Davaindia's network is nearing 100 outlets. The opening of the Kochi Airport store further strengthens its presence in the state by adding a pharmacy outlet in a major travel and transit destination.

Looking ahead, the company plans to continue expanding across Kerala with the objective of increasing healthcare accessibility through both physical stores and e-commerce channels. The broader strategy is focused on building an integrated healthcare ecosystem that combines affordability, convenience, and accessibility for consumers across India.

V-Bazaar has opened its new store in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Spread across 12500 sq.ft, the new store strengthens V-Bazaar’s presence in Uttar Pradesh as the company continues to expand organised value retail across emerging markets.

Speaking on the launch, Hemant Agarwal, CMD of V-Bazaar said, “Uttar Pradesh continues to be an important market for V-Bazaar. With the launch of our new store in Sankat Mochan, Varanasi, we aim to make organised value retail more accessible to customers while strengthening our presence in Uttar Pradesh. Along with fashion, Kirana products are also available at the store to meet daily household needs. As we continue our expansion, we remain focused on reaching 250 stores by FY 29 and offering quality products at affordable prices to families across emerging markets. This store is expected to create 35 to 40 direct jobs for the local community.”

The new store is spread across a spacious area with well-designed interiors, offering customers a comfortable and organised shopping experience. The store presents a vibrant and trendy collection for men featuring shirts, T–shirts, jeans, trousers, tracksuits, kurtas, pyjamas, along with kurtis, fancy tops, jeans, leggings, sarees, and suits for women. A wide range of comfortable and stylish apparel is also available for children. I In addition to fashion items, the store offer Home & Kitchen essentials, travel accessories, and a complete range of kirana products, making it a one-stop destination for the entire family.

To make this launch special, V-Bazaar has rolled out exciting inaugural offers for shoppers, offering over 5,000 trendy styles in apparel, home accessories and Kirana products. The store promises a complete family shopping experience at unbeatable value.

V-Bazaar is a value fashion retail chain operating in Tier 2, Tier 3, and emerging markets in India. The company operates 130+ stores across 7 states, covering over 100 cities and has served over 6.5 crore customers at V-bazaar store till date. It offers affordable apparel for men, women, and children, along with Kirana products, home essentials, and travel accessories. They cover most of what a household needs under one brand at reasonable cost through their own design and sourcing setup.
 

House of Candy has announced the opening of a new outlet in JW Marriott in Pune, marking a significant milestone for the brand.

The brand is rapidly expanding its presence in India, and has recently opened new outlets in Mumbai and Bhebneshwar.

House of Candy is India’s one of the leading confectionery retailers. The brand established itself in 2014  by Sameer Bhatia and Kanu Sharma, from a single kiosk at DLF Place Mall in Saket, New Delhi. Today, the confectionery retailer has increased its presence to over 300 outlets across 60+ cities in India.

The brand offers over 200 premium candy  varieties sourced from more than 10 countries including gummy bears, marshmallows, fizzy cherry colas, jelly beans, lollipops, sour candies, and premium dark chocolate almonds . The candy brand is known for its  unique "Pick 'n' Mix" platform that allows its customers to custom-curate their own candy selections.

The brand also operates the Shop-in-Shop (SIS) model and forms strategic retail tie-ups with major commercial chains such as Hamleys. The confectionery brand also has digital presence through its website or  via e-commerce and quick-commerce channels including Amazon, Flipkart, and BigBasket. 
 

Indian couturier Gaurav Gupta has announced the opening of his first permanent Paris showroom, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s international expansion and growing presence in the global luxury fashion and haute couture industry. Located at 6 Rue Jean Goujon in Paris’ 8th arrondissement, within the city's Golden Triangle, the new showroom will officially open on October 5, 2026. The move follows the designer’s participation in Paris Haute Couture Week over multiple seasons and reflects the brand’s long-term commitment to the international luxury fashion market.

The 300-square-metre showroom is housed in a 1930 building designed by French architect Charles Lemaresquier. The space combines the building’s original architectural features with elements inspired by Indian craftsmanship, including curated artworks and custom-designed furniture.

Gaurav Gupta said Paris has played an important role in the brand’s journey and that the decision to establish a permanent presence in the city evolved over several years.

The designer first showcased collections during Paris Haute Couture Week and later presented the "Shunya" collection in 2023, which further strengthened the brand’s connection with the French fashion capital. According to Gupta, the showroom has been envisioned as a year-round destination that extends beyond the limited duration of fashion week presentations.

The new Couture Salon will be led by Jean-Paul Cornut, who brings more than a decade of experience in the Parisian haute couture industry. Cornut previously served as Haute Couture Director at Elie Saab and will oversee the development and operations of the salon. The permanent showroom will provide a dedicated space for client appointments, couture consultations, and collection presentations, enabling the brand to engage more closely with international customers and industry stakeholders.

The opening also reflects the increasing global visibility of Indian luxury fashion and couture. Over the past few years, Indian designers have expanded their presence in key international fashion markets, with Paris remaining one of the most important destinations for luxury brands, haute couture houses, and fashion buyers. With the new showroom, Gaurav Gupta joins a growing group of fashion labels establishing a long-term presence in Paris, strengthening the brand’s position in the global luxury fashion, couture, and designer apparel segments.

Luxury lab-grown diamond jewellery brand Mayavé, from the house of Dholakia, has strengthened its retail presence in Delhi NCR with the launch of five stores across Noida, Ghaziabad, Netaji Subhash Place, Gurugram, and Dwarka. Backed by over three decades of expertise in the diamond industry through the Hari Krishna Group, Mayavé is expanding its offline retail network as demand for lab-grown diamond jewellery continues to grow in India. The brand offers a portfolio of IGI-certified lab-grown diamond jewellery collections designed in Italy by Massimiliano Bonoli and crafted in India.

The new stores feature a contemporary retail design incorporating the brand’s signature colour palette and chrome accents. Key elements include dedicated product display zones, private lounges, gifting bays, and matte chrome billing counters, aimed at enhancing the in-store jewellery shopping experience.

Mayavé differentiates itself through its portfolio of 40 Signature Cuts, offering consumers a wide selection of shapes and designs. Its collection portfolio includes Blume, Birds of Glory, Seamless Symphony, Timeless, Wings of Freedom, Sakura, Reflection for women, and Valor for men.

The retail format has been structured around evolving consumer preferences in the jewellery sector, particularly for high-value purchases. Customers are introduced to products through a central island display featuring the Timeless collection, followed by access to statement jewellery pieces and a dedicated High Jewellery Lounge.

Dravya Dholakia, Founder and CEO, Mayavé said, “Jewellery retail is moving beyond the traditional product-led format. As consumers become more aware of design, craftsmanship and the choices available to them, the retail experience becomes an important part of the purchase. At Mayavé, we have approached our stores as an extension of the product itself. We want customers to have the time and space to understand different designs and cuts and make a considered choice. Our three decades of experience in diamonds give us the technical foundation, while our focus on design and experience shapes how we take that expertise to the consumer.”

The brand's jewellery range starts at approximately Rs 25,000, with a significant portion of products priced up to Rs 3 lakh. Alongside its retail expansion, Mayavé continues to integrate sustainability initiatives across its operations, including solar-powered manufacturing facilities, water recycling systems, and the use of recycled gold. With its five-store network in Delhi NCR, the brand is looking to expand access to lab-grown diamond jewellery while focusing on design-led collections, craftsmanship, and a modern jewellery retail experience.

MUMUSO has opened a new store at City Centre Mall, New Town, Kolkata, strengthening its footprint in the region. MUMUSO earlier has 7 stores in the Kolkata.

Commenting on the new store opening, Varun Das, Senior Executive - Business Development Mumuso Retail Pvt. Ltd., said ''Every store opening marks a journey of ideas, execution, and teamwork — and this one is no different. This milestone has been made possible through the collective efforts of our Business Development, Projects, Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain teams, and everyone who played a part behind the scenes. A big thank you to everyone involved in making this launch a reality.''

MUMUSO is a global lifestyle and fast-fashion merchandise retail brand known for selling trendy, minimalist, and affordable consumer goods. The brand has expanded rapidly into an international retail footprint spanning over 2,000-2,800 stores globally across more than 40 to 60 countries.The brand entered India in 2018 under MUMUSO Retail Private Limited. Headquartered in Kolkata, West Bengal, the brand operates over 30- 40 stores spread across 12+ states including  tier-I and tier-II Indian cities.  

MUMUSO has earlier opened a store in Silguri, thereby showcasing the brand's rapid expansion phase to solidify its retail footprint in the country. 

SocksXpress has opened a new store at  Lakeshore Mall, Hyderabad, entering the city as a part of its retail expansion.

Commenting on the store launch, the brand posted ‘‘SocksXpress  now open at Lakeshore Mall, Hyderabad - our first store in the city and another important step in our growing retail journey.The store brings together the many worlds of SocksXpress - everyday favourites, statement pairs, fandom-led collections, elevated essentials and gifting picks - creating a space where there is always something new to discover. ….As we enter Hyderabad, we are excited to bring SocksXpress! to a new audience and become part of a city with its own distinct energy, culture and sense of style.’’

SocksXpress is a prominent Indian apparel brand that specializes in high-quality, expressive, and pop-culture-themed socks. Founded in 2007 by Rahul Gupta, the brand was initially known as Balenzia headquartered in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. In 2024, the brand renamed itself to SocksXpressto pivot toward self-expression and modern identity.

The socks brand has expanded its retail network to 26 stores nationwide, operating via COCO and FOCO model. The brand holds over 70 official licenses with major entertainment giants, featuring designs from Marvel, Disney, Warner Bros., and Cartoon Network. The brand also has digital presence at Amazon India, Tata CLiQ, and quick-commerce platforms like Zepto. 

Contemporary jewellery brand Tribe Amrapali has expanded its retail footprint with the launch of its 44th store in India at Terminal 2 of Chennai International Airport. The opening marks the brand’s fourth store in Chennai and comes less than two weeks after it launched another outlet at Terminal 4 of the airport. The latest addition strengthens Tribe Amrapali’s presence in the travel retail segment and reflects its ongoing expansion strategy across airports, premium retail destinations, and key urban markets.

With two store launches at Chennai International Airport within 10 days, the brand is increasing its visibility among domestic and international travellers while expanding access to its contemporary jewellery collections inspired by Indian craftsmanship and cultural narratives.

The Chennai market remains a strategic focus for the brand due to its strong association with traditional art, design, and jewellery craftsmanship. The city’s cultural heritage, including influences from temple jewellery, classical dance, mythology, and architectural traditions, aligns closely with Tribe Amrapali’s design philosophy.

The new Terminal 2 outlet offers a curated selection of silver jewellery, layered necklaces, stackable rings, statement accessories, and gifting options. Located within a high-footfall travel environment, the store is designed to engage a wider consumer base, including transit shoppers and international visitors.

Akanksha Arora, CEO, Tribe Amrapali said, “Opening our fourth store in Chennai within such a short span is a strong reflection of the city’s importance to Tribe Amrapali and the momentum we are seeing across our retail network. With two airport stores opening within 10 days, we are not only strengthening our footprint in Chennai but also creating more opportunities for consumers to experience our interpretation of Indian craftsmanship. As we move towards our 44th store nationally, our expansion continues to be guided by a simple ambition to take jewellery rooted in Indian stories, symbolism and craftsmanship to more consumers while making it relevant to how they live and express themselves today.”

The launch forms part of Tribe Amrapali’s broader retail growth strategy as it continues to expand across high-traffic commercial locations and travel hubs. The company currently operates 44 stores across India and remains focused on increasing its physical retail presence while introducing its jewellery collections to new customer segments.

The expansion also highlights the growing importance of airport retail in India, where brands across fashion, accessories, beauty, and lifestyle categories are increasingly investing to reach consumers through travel-focused shopping environments.

Ambience Mall, Gurugram has expanded its designer fashion portfolio with the launch of AK OK, the fashion label by designer Anamika Khanna. The new outlet marks AK OK’s first-ever store in a shopping mall in Delhi-NCR and its first retail presence in Gurugram. Located on the Ground Floor of Ambience Mall, the store introduces the brand to a wider customer base in the region while strengthening the mall’s portfolio of designer and contemporary fashion brands.

AK OK is known for blending Indian and global design influences, offering contemporary fashion collections that focus on individuality and personal expression. Through the new retail store, customers will be able to explore the brand’s collections and engage directly with its design-led approach. The opening reflects the continued expansion of designer fashion brands through offline retail channels as premium fashion labels seek to strengthen their presence in key metropolitan markets.

Arjun Gehlot, Director, Ambience Group said, “At Ambience Mall, our vision has always been to create destinations that evolve with the changing aspirations and lifestyles of our consumers. As retail continues to become more experiential and discovery-led, we remain focused on curating a differentiated mix of brands that brings greater depth, relevance and choice to the overall consumer experience. In keeping with this vision, we are pleased to welcome AK OK to Ambience Mall, Gurugram. Importantly, the brand’s design perspective and contemporary interpretation of Indian fashion complement our existing fashion mix while introducing our consumers to a compelling new designer proposition. For AK OK, our Gurugram destination offers an opportunity to engage with a discerning customer base and strengthen its presence in the Delhi-NCR market. We look forward to the association creating value for both AK OK and the changing fashion experience at Ambience Mall.”

The addition of AK OK further enhances Ambience Mall Gurugram’s fashion offering, which includes a mix of premium, luxury, and contemporary brands. The launch also highlights the growing demand for designer fashion retail in Delhi-NCR, with brands increasingly investing in physical stores to strengthen customer engagement and brand visibility. With its entry into Gurugram, AK OK expands its retail footprint and gains access to one of the country's leading fashion and lifestyle retail destinations.

Malabar Gold and Diamonds, one of the world's largest jewellery retailers, has opened its second-largest showroom in Goa at St. Joaquim Road, Borda, Margao, strengthening its retail footprint in the state's jewellery market. The new jewellery showroom was inaugurated by Shri Digambar Kamat, Hon’ble Minister for Public Works Department (PWD), Government of Goa, in the presence of Shri Damu Naik, State President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Senior officials and employees of Malabar Gold and Diamonds, including Filsar Babu, Regional Head (Karnataka and Goa), also attended the inauguration.

Spread across 7,839 sq ft in a ground plus two-floor format, the showroom houses the brand's largest jewellery collection in Goa. The store offers a range of gold jewellery, diamond jewellery, polki jewellery, uncut diamond jewellery, gemstone jewellery, and bridal jewellery collections, catering to a broad spectrum of customer preferences and occasions.

The expansion comes as the jewellery retail industry in India continues to witness growing demand across both traditional and contemporary categories. With the new outlet, Malabar Gold and Diamonds aims to strengthen its presence in Margao while providing customers with a wider selection of jewellery designs under one roof.

M P Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group said, “Our growth journey in every market is ultimately defined by the relationships we build with our customers. The new showroom in Margao is not just an addition to our retail network but an extension of that relationship, allowing us to be closer to our customers and the occasions that matter to them. Goa has been an important market for us. The response and trust we have received over the years have encouraged us to invest further in the region. With our largest collection, a welcoming environment, and a strong commitment to quality and transparency, we want every visit to Malabar Gold and Diamonds to feel personal, reassuring and valuable. As our customers’ preferences continue to evolve, our endeavour is to evolve with them while remaining anchored in the trust and values that have shaped our relationship with them.”

The showroom features collections from the retailer’s in-house brands, including Mine for diamond jewellery, Era for uncut diamond jewellery, Divine for heritage-inspired jewellery, Ethnix for handcrafted designer pieces, Precia for gemstone jewellery, and Viraaz for polki jewellery.

The company also highlighted its focus on transparency and customer assurance. All gold jewellery sold at the showroom is BIS hallmarked with HUID, while diamonds are tested and certified. Under the brand’s Malabar Promises initiative, customers receive 100 percent value on gold and diamond exchanges, transparent pricing, lifetime free maintenance, and responsibly sourced jewellery products. The latest store opening further strengthens Malabar Gold and Diamonds’ retail network in Goa as the company continues to expand its presence across key jewellery markets in India.

House of Candy has opened a new outlet in Kalyan Mumbai, strengthening the brand’s footprint in the region.

Commenting on the launch, the brand posted, ‘‘We are delighted to announce the opening of our new House of Candy store at Metro Junction Mall, Kalyan. This new store marks another exciting milestone in our journey of bringing a vibrant and engaging candy experience closer to consumers across India. From premium candies and gummies to chocolates and lollipops, our newest destination is designed to offer customers a fun, colourful and memorable retail experience.’’

House of Candy is India’s largest retailer of confectionery. Founded in 2014  by Sameer Bhatia and Kanu Sharma, the brand started as a single kiosk at DLF Place Mall in Saket, New Delhi. Today, it has grown into a massive national footprint with over 300 outlets across 60+ cities in India

The  brand is known for its  unique "Pick 'n' Mix" platform that allows its customers to custom-curate their own candy selections. The brand offers over 200 premium candy  varieties sourced from more than 10 countries including gummy bears, marshmallows, fizzy cherry colas, jelly beans, lollipops, sour candies, and premium dark chocolate almonds .

Apart from stand-alone stores, the brand operates as a Shop-in-Shop (SIS) model and forms strategic retail tie-ups with major commercial chains such as Hamleys. The confectionery brand also has digital presence through its website or  via e-commerce and quick-commerce channels including Amazon, Flipkart, and BigBasket.