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Fabletics partners Reliance Brands for India launch
Fabletics, the global activewear brand, will launch in India through an exclusive long-term partnership with Reliance Brands Limited (RBL), ET Retail reports. The brand will debut simultaneously online via its dedicated India…
The Story in Brief
Fabletics, the global activewear brand, will launch in India through an exclusive long-term partnership with Reliance Brands Limited (RBL), ET Retail reports. The brand will debut simultaneously online via its dedicated India website and offline with a mono-brand store at DLF Promenade, New Delhi, followed by a second store in Mumbai. The India assortment will include women's and men's activewear across training, running, yoga, and Pilates.
Founded in Los Angeles in 2013, Fabletics has over 125 retail locations globally and collaborations with Khloe Kardashian and Kevin Hart. RBL will lead the brand's omnichannel development, including standalone stores, e-commerce, and experiential spaces. Sumeet Yadav, Head of RBL, said India's young consumers are embracing athleisure, making Fabletics a natural fit for the evolving market.
The Indian Opinion
This launch is being pitched as the next big thing in Indian activewear, but the market is already crowded with established players like Decathlon, Nike, and homegrown brands. The Fabletics- Reliance partnership brings deep pockets and global style, yet its success hinges on pricing and local fit. Will its fashion-forward, celebrity-backed appeal justify premium costs for a value-conscious Indian consumer? The first store's footfall and repeat purchases will settle that question.
Source: retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com
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