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India’s Gen Z is often framed as bold and disruptive. But in tier 2 and 3 cities*, the reality in the coming years is far more nuanced. Young consumers beyond the metros are not rejecting tradition outright, but are learning to live with it on their own terms.
From classic, timeless styles to sporty aesthetics, these are the trends that will dominate the upcoming A/W 26/27 Womenswear runway.
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Back in 2015, WGSN predicted that AI would be the next big tech leap. Today, we are at the cusp of AI becoming a major digital tool for all industries for consumers and businesses, from healthcare to fashion, urban planning, industrial design, agriculture and art.
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