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Entrepreneur
4 days ago
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Citykart Raised INR 538cr to Accelerate Expansion in Both Footprint and Product Assortment
The company expanded its store network to 137 stores and now serves over 15 million customers across India You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Citykart has raised INR 538 crore in Series B funding round, co-led by TPG NewQuest, a secondary private equity platform for Asia within TPG, and A91 Partners, a homegrown investment firm specialising in growth investments. Investcorp, an early backer of Citykart, has made a full exit, while India SME Fund continues to hold a minority stake. EY India acted as the exclusive financial advisor to the transaction. Of the total funding, about INR 120 crore is primary capital, with the remaining INR 418 crore being towards secondary transactions. The primary infusion will enable the company to accelerate expansion in both footprint and product assortment. "This new round of funding is a significant milestone in our journey. We are delighted to welcome TPG NewQuest and A91 Partners as long-term partners who believe in our vision of making affordable fashion accessible to Bharat. The capital infusion will help us grow deeper and wider, invest in innovation, and build a strong, future-ready organisation focused on scale and operational excellence. We've been fortunate to have had the support of Investcorp and India SME Fund in our earlier stages, their belief in our model helped us build a strong foundation," said Sudhanshu Agarwal, Co-founder Citykart. The company expanded its store network to 137 stores and now serves over 15 million customers across India. Growing at more than 40 per cent, the company is now targeting revenue of INR 1300 Cr. "Citykart has demonstrated an exceptional ability to scale profitably in one of the most challenging and underserved segments of Indian retail. Their deep customer understanding, disciplined execution, and strong leadership team make them well-positioned to drive value fashion retail across India. We are excited to partner with them in this next phase of growth," said Bharati Agarwal, TPG NewQuest.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘Love this' cry shoppers as they run to Tesco for summer co-ord that's ‘stunning on'
THE warmer weather is set to return this weekend, so it's the perfect chance to pick up a summer staple in Tesco. The supermarket's in-house fashion label, F&F, is renowned for its stylish buys at affordable prices. 3 3 And if you're looking for a timeless but trendy co-ord to add to your outfit rotation, you've come to the right place. Fashion fans have insisted the new Tesco polka dot two-piece looks "stunning on" and hailed it as a must-have for summer. The black polka dot midi skirt is priced at £22.50, while the matching puff sleeve cropped top will cost you £16 Both pieces come in sizes six to 22 and are available in-store and on the newly launched F&F website. They can be worn together, or pair the top with jeans and heels and the skirt with a Skims dupe bodysuit to get extra wear out of them. Describing the co-ord online, the Tesco team say: "Complete with a split hem detail, this midi skirt adds a classic touch to your daily essentials. "Designed with an all-over polka dot print, the relaxed silhouette and gathered waistband make it ideal for dressed-up events. "Team with the matching top for a statement look. "From its polka dot print to its short puff sleeves, this top is a on-trend piece in your dressed-up wardrobe." Unsurprisingly, fashion fans have been in a frenzy over the monochrome buys since spotting them on the rails. I work at Tesco and there's so much newness in store - I love it all, but a holiday co-ord is sure to be a sell out One gushed: "Seen this in store today, it is absolutely stunning." "Love this", chimed in a second. A third wrote: "Bet this would be stunning on!" "I bought this as a 5ft1 girl I love it", revealed a fourth. A fifth cried: "Tesco you really have out done yourself…. Girls get yourself to Tesco." Meanwhile, a sixth added: "I've bought this wearing it brunching tomorrow." Welcomed News While supermarket clothing used to be drab and something only your nan would wear, they are now keeping up with the likes of Zara and Mango but at a fraction of the price. Many supermarkets list their clothing online along with homeware but there's one that didn't join the party, Tesco. But it seems the retailer has finally listened to customers and has put their fashion items online for the first time in seven years. Fashion ranges launched by the firm have garnered huge social media attention, with some going as far to say that it is the "new Zara". The news has taken shoppers by storm, who are thrilled they don't have to hunt for viral items in stores anymore. Details of the launch were confirmed in Tesco's financial results published earlier this year in April. And shoppers have been excited for the launch, taking to social media, one wrote: "OMG I'm so glad it's coming back." A third added: "Yes! I've missed them being online." The supermarket launched it's fashion brand F&F online discreetly at the start of May. Is supermarket fashion the new high street? DEPUTY Fashion Editor Abby McHale weighs in: The supermarkets have really upped their game when it comes to their fashion lines. These days, as you head in to do your weekly food shop you can also pick up a selection of purse-friendly, stylish pieces for all the family. Tesco has just announced a 0.7 per cent increase in the quarter thanks to a 'strong growth in clothing' and M&S has earnt the title of the number one destination for womenswear on the high street. Asda's clothing line George has made £1.5 million for the supermarket in 2023, 80 per cent of Sainsbury's clothes sold at full price rather than discounted and Nutmeg at Morrisons sales are also up 2 per cent in the past year. So what is it about supermarket fashion that is becoming so successful? Apart from the clothing actually being affordable, it's good quality too - with many being part of schemes such as the Better Cotton Initiative. A lot of the time they keep to classic pieces that they know will last the customer year after year. Plus because they buy so much stock they can turn around pieces quickly and buy for cheaper because of the volumes.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Look Like A Million Bucks In These Under-$60 Wedding Guest Dresses
It's wedding season — and while it's fun to get all dressed up and toast to love, weddings are expensive. Between travel, hotels and buying something off the registry, costs quickly add up. Fortunately, you don't have to spend hundreds on your wedding guest dress. Right now, Target is full of spring and summer dresses that are practically made for wedding season. Romantic chiffon ruffles, sweet flutter sleeves, gorgeous floral maxis — you'll have a hard time picking just one. Rounded up here are 14 to consider. Target Have a nighttime wedding on the cal? This tiered, ruffled polka-dot dress is ideal. With the perfect mix of elegant and playful, you're sure to be one of the night's best dressed. 'I was flabbergasted,' wrote a reviewer named Deanna. 'I rarely write reviews but felt compelled bc this dress is so good for the price! I got it on sale. Looks more expensive than it is [true to size].' $33 at Target (regularly $55) Target This floaty recycled polyester frock has a plunging V-neck and an elastic waistband for a look that combines elegance and comfort. Get it in sizes XS-4X. $24 at Target (regularly $40) Target The color! The pleats! The cape! How chic is this this vibrantly colored dress? If orange isn't your color, but you love the idea of a cape dress, you can get it in either yellow or red. Get it in sizes S-3XL. $49 at Target Target There's nothing that represents love more than roses, making this floral dress very on theme for spring and summer weddings. Fitted around the body with a slightly flared skirt, it's both flattering and comfortable. Get this in sizes S-XL. Target's plus-size Ava & Viv brand has a very similar style in sizes 16-30. $40 at Target Target This timeless gown is made from satin-woven polyester and features fluttery sleeves, a plunging neckline and a delicate tie across the back. Get it in a total of five colors and sizes XS-4X. Reviewer Adrianne said: 'I love this dress and, I received so many compliments! Even disbelief when I told them I got it from Target!!' $21 at Target (regularly $35) Target Especially if you're attending a nighttime wedding, a dress with lace detailing is perfect. Besides navy, this elegant cocktail dress comes in black, pink and red. $43 at Target Target This sweeping maxi comes in lightweight rayon adorned with a bold floral print that will help you stand out at a festive summer affair. Get it in two other colors and sizes XXL-4X. $21 at Target (regularly $35) Target Target customers who bought and reviewed this '90s-inspired satin halter maxi dress love that the lightweight fabric doesn't wrinkle easily. Choose between mint floral, light pink, tan, blue or black. Get this in sizes XS-4X. $21 at Target (regularly $35) Target The tie-waist detail on this dress makes it flattering for essentially every body type. Versatile enough to dress up or down, you'll be wearing this dress all spring and summer long, not just for the wedding on your calendar. Get this in sizes S-XL. $40 at Target Target How sweet and dainty are the bow-adorned flutter sleeves on this maxi dress? The recycled polyester material is lightweight, making it perfect for spring and summer weddings. Choose between light blue or moss green. 'I will say, this is the most beautiful dress ever and I never write reviews but I just had to for this one,' wrote reviewer MG40621. Get this in sizes XXS-XXL. A number of reviewers noted that the bows are a different material — which, based on one customer photo, appears to be a grosgrain-type weave. We also saw comments that the bows were easily removed. $19 at Target (regularly $22) Target There's no need to catch the bouquet when you're already bursting with beautiful blooms. The soft, tiered ruffle detailing gives this dress nice movement, especially if the wedding you're going to is outside where there's a slight breeze. Get this in sizes S-XL. $60 at Target Target While it's generally considered a faux pas to wear white to a wedding, there are plenty of reasons to opt for this stylish lace sheath at your next event — especially if you're going to a warm-weather destination wedding, if the bride isn't wearing white or has requested a specific dress code, according to Martha Stewart. Take a look if this festive plus-sized piece, available in sizes 1X-4X, for your next non-traditional affair: Reviewers are unequivocally pleased with the piece, saying it fits true to size and doesn't wrinkle easily, making it ideal for travel. $23 at Target Target This ruffled chiffon dress is practically begging to be worn on the dance floor. Imagine the movement as you sway and twirl the night away. Get this in sizes S-XL. $47 at Target Target This pretty poplin mini dress is perfect for an outdoor or destination wedding thanks to its cotton fabrication and abbreviated hemline. Get this fresh frock in a total of three colors (white and black are options too) and sizes 0-26 (although some size and color combinations are sold out). $21 at Target (regularly $35) These Amazon Travel Clothes Feel Like Pajamas But Look Like Nice Outfits We Track Sales For A Living. Here Are The 31 Best Deals On Amazon Ahead Of Memorial Day Weekend Remember Skorts? They're Trending Again — And Everyone's Buying Them For Summer
Daily Mail
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
I'm a fashion editor and these are the wedding guest dresses on my wishlist for summer - they're all under £100 but look so chic
It's an annual dilemma and the one question I am asked most as a fashion editor: where can you buy the best wedding guest dresses? When I say 'best' I mean affordable yet quality, flattering yet comfortable and something that's contemporary enough to wear now and whip out again when you get your next invite. Finding one is tricky enough, but if like one of my colleagues you have seven separate ceremonies to attend this summer, you might need multiple purse friendly styles that won't blow the budget. Having scoured the high street, these are the top 10 styles to shop now - and they're all less than £100. Nobody's Child £99 Shop This chocolate bandeau polka dot number is one of my favourite finds to date. The ruched bodice is ultra flattering and the flare circle skirt makes it perfect for sitting, eating and dancing. Nobody's Child is an expert when it comes to the midi silhouette - and if you don't like this print or colourway, it happens to come in 9 other iterations and all go up to a size 18. New Look New Look has a whole section dedicated to the cause, with 298 dress suggestions in the wedding guest edit starting at just £19.99. But the winner is this pistachio green linen number. The puff sleeves and underbust cut out are right on the money and the clever asymmetric panelling will skim curves and bumps. The best bit? It's less than £50. Mango Mango 's offering is always plentiful when it comes to occasion dressing. Ignore anyone that says you can't wear black to a wedding - you can. But avoid ditsy florals - or risk appearing outdated. Opt for graphic prints like this one instead. The asymmetric shoulder straps and hemline make it look far more expensive than it is and this colour will work for the winter months too. H&M This tangerine satin kaftan is draped in all the right places and the sleeves are perfect for when the weather isn't playing ball. I would style this with gold metallic mules and a raffia clutch to amp up the luxe White Lotus feel to this design. & Other Stories £97 Shop Heading for a hot destination? This fuschia cotton maxi with a dropped A-line waist will keep you looking and feeling cool. All this dress needs is a pair of statement studs and for a final flourish, match your lipstick to it. £89 Shop Omnes make some of the best slinky slip dresses you can get for under £100 - I have my eye on the blue two tone Maggy version with a sultry cut out at the front and back. It comes in a magenta and red colour combination too. F&F at Tesco Finally F&F at Tesco is available to shop online! Run, don't walk when it comes to this micro polka dot flutter sleeve midi. It's a steal for less than £30, plus this shape and print will still be around next summer. George at ASDA £24 Shop Speaking of supermarkets, George at ASDA doesn't disappoint either - especially when it comes to occasionwear. You can't go wrong with a plain red dress and even better, this one comes with pretty twist straps, a cowl neckline and clever ruching around the waist to flatter your stomach. And for just £24, you could buy it in the sage green or pale pink too. Bravo, George! Friends Like These £59 Shop Lipsy's diffusion line, Friends Like These, does must-have occasionwear. This chiffon blue floral style with angel sleeves and delicate lace trim detailing is sure to garner compliments. Plus, it comes in petite sizing. Never Fully Dressed £99 Shop As soon as temperatures rise, I scroll Never Fully Dressed flirty, fun summer dresses and holiday packing. This red and pink colour clashing Valentine smock dress will look gorgeous with a tan and a pair of leopard print kitten heels to match the trim of the design.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Lidl launches new summer hat that's ‘perfect' for beach days for just £4.99 – it's lightweight and breathable too
WITH spring in full swing and summer right around the corner, if you're looking to give your wardrobe an upgrade for the warmer weather, you've come to the right place. Particularly if you're eager to look stylish but without splashing too much cash, we've got just the thing for you. 4 For those lucky enough to be heading abroad this summer, we're sure many of you will already have an endless list of things you want to buy. Whether that's a new bikini for pool days, a fresh pair of sliders, or a handy bag to throw in all of your bits. But we've now found something else to add to that list - and it's sure to be perfect for beach days. Luckily for you, Lidl are now selling a gorgeous range of clothes that are super purse-friendly. Not only will you find a pair of pure cotton trousers that look strikingly similar to the viral pair from M&S, but in their next drop which hits stores very soon, there's loads more exciting fashion buys you won't want to miss. In just seven days' time, shoppers will be able to get their hands on a stunning summer hat that's incredibly affordable. Priced at just £4.99, the Beige Esmara Summer Hat will hit stores nationwide from 29th May. As well as looking great, according to Lidl bosses, it's also 'lightweight and breathable'. Not only this, but it's been hailed as 'perfect protection from the summer sun'. The handy hat, which will not only help to keep you cool when the sun is shining, will also add style to any outfit. It's made with stable paper straw and has a fabric band on the inside for extra comfort. There's plenty of sizes to choose from so you could even go matching with the family - as it ranges from an XS to a Large. Where does Lidl want to open new stores? LIDL has published a new list of desired locations for potential new stores. The list includes, amongst many others, the following towns and cities: Bristol Derby Liverpool London Manchester Nottingham Oxford Southampton Swansea Birmingham Sheffield Cambridge Edinburgh To see the full list, click here. And while you're there, you'll also want to keep an eye out for Lidl's new pair of summer sandals. The £7.99 Livergy Sandals are sure to get you into the summer spirit with their two-strap comfy style. The chic yet comfy sandals come in two colours - black and brown - and are available in both men's and women's sizes. Is supermarket fashion the new high street? DEPUTY Fashion Editor Abby McHale weighs in: The supermarkets have really upped their game when it comes to their fashion lines. These days, as you head in to do your weekly food shop you can also pick up a selection of purse-friendly, stylish pieces for all the family. Tesco has just announced a 0.7 per cent increase in the quarter thanks to a 'strong growth in clothing' and M&S has earnt the title of the number one destination for womenswear on the high street. Asda's clothing line George has made £1.5 million for the supermarket in 2023, 80 per cent of Sainsbury's clothes sold at full price rather than discounted and Nutmeg at Morrisons sales are also up 2 per cent in the past year. So what is it about supermarket fashion that is becoming so successful? Apart from the clothing actually being affordable, it's good quality too - with many being part of schemes such as the Better Cotton Initiative. A lot of the time they keep to classic pieces that they know will last the customer year after year. Plus because they buy so much stock they can turn around pieces quickly and buy for cheaper because of the volumes. The summer shoes even have an anatomically made foot bed, and are made with leather from LWG certified tanneries. But you'll need to move fast if you want to nab these supermarket buys, as like all middle of Lidl buys, they are sure to sell out fast. You'll find them in middle aisles in stores nationwide very soon, but once they're gone, they're gone. Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
