Juicy Couture, the globally loved Los Angeles lifestyle brand synonymous with casual glamour and bold self-expression, is officially launching its apparel range in the Indian market. In a significant strategic move, Brand Concepts Ltd. has extended its long-term licensing agreement with Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), the brand owner of Juicy Couture, to include the ready-to-wear apparel category.

This expansion follows the remarkably successful introduction of Juicy Couture handbags and accessories in India earlier this year. Building on that momentum, the new apparel launch brings the brand’s signature California aesthetic to a new generation of Indian consumers who value authenticity and expressive dressing.

Juicy Couture is expanding into India’s apparel market as Brand Concepts Ltd. broadens its licensing deal with Authentic Brands Group.
After strong sales of handbags and accessories, the launch introduces the label’s iconic velour tracksuits, bold logos and athleisure, targeting young, fashion-conscious consumers and positioning the brand in India.

Famous for defining the ‘Airport Look’ through pop culture icons, the collection features the brand’s legendary velour tracksuits, statement-making silhouettes, signature logo moments, and elevated athleisure. The range is designed to transition seamlessly from day to night, blending high-fashion attitude with everyday comfort.

“The overwhelming response to Juicy Couture handbags in India confirmed that the Indian consumer has a deep affinity for the brand’s bold and glamorous identity,” said Abhinav Kumar, Co-Founder and CEO of Brand Concepts Ltd. “Expanding our partnership with Authentic Brands Group to include apparel is a natural evolution. We are excited to bridge the gap between international prestige and the Indian fashion scene, offering a complete Juicy Couture lifestyle experience that resonates with the energy of today’s youth.”

“India is an incredibly dynamic market, and the continued expansion of Juicy Couture reflects our commitment to growing the brand in regions where fashion-forward consumers are embracing both heritage and individuality,” said Sanjeet Mehta, EVP, Head of India at Authentic, the brand’s owner. “Together with Brand Concepts Ltd., we are building on strong early momentum to introduce Juicy Couture’s iconic apparel, bringing its signature mix of glamour, attitude, and cultural relevance to a new and engaged audience.”

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Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RM)

Inflation in the Netherlands has edged higher in March 2026, with consumer prices rising 2.7 per cent year on year (YoY), according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The figure marks an increase from 2.4 per cent recorded in February and aligns with the earlier flash estimate released on March 31, signalling a modest uptick in price pressures.

On a month-on-month (MoM) basis, consumer prices rose by 0.7 per cent in March, in line with the average increase typically observed during the same period over the past decade, CBS said in a press release.

Inflation in the Netherlands rose to 2.7 per cent YoY in March 2026 from 2.4 per cent in February, driven mainly by a sharp rise in motor fuel prices, which surged 18.7 per cent.
Consumer prices increased 0.7 per cent month on month.
HICP inflation stood at 2.6 per cent, broadly in line with the euro area, though energy costs rose faster domestically.

It noted that seasonal factors, such as retail discount cycles, can influence short-term price movements, particularly in categories like clothing.

The primary driver behind the rise in inflation was the sharp increase in motor fuel prices. Fuel costs surged 18.7 per cent YoY in March, a significant jump from the 2.6 per cent increase recorded in February. Diesel prices saw the steepest rise, climbing from an average of €1.834 per litre in February to €2.294 in March. Petrol prices also increased, moving from €2.039 to €2.249 per litre over the same period.

Despite rising fuel prices, CBS highlighted that broader inflation dynamics remain influenced by a mix of energy and non-energy components.

According to the European Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP), inflation in the Netherlands stood at 2.6 per cent YoY in March, up from 2.3 per cent in February. This places Dutch inflation broadly in line with the euro area average, which rose from 1.9 per cent to 2.5 per cent over the same period.

However, energy prices in the Netherlands increased at a faster pace compared to the wider eurozone, indicating relatively stronger domestic cost pressures. The latest data underscored the continued sensitivity of inflation to fuel price movements, even as broader price trends remain relatively stable.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (SG)

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