Brands
Libas ropes in Kiara Advani as the brand ambassador
Mumbai: Libas, a leading ethnic fashion brand, proudly announces the appointment of Bollywood sensation Kiara Advani as their new brand ambassador in their latest brand film. With this exciting collaboration, Libas is poised to redefine the standards of ethnic wear, positioning itself as the epitome of aspirational fashion for the modern Indian woman.
Kiara Advani’s vibrant persona and her trendsetting style perfectly align with Libas’ ethos, which celebrates the spirit of the contemporary Indian woman – free-spirited, independent, and evolved. The brand film begins with Kiara grooving to a retro beat. She transitions from a playful daytime outfit to a dazzling evening ensemble from Libas’ Spring-Summer collection, surrounded by friends in a lively celebration. Through this vibrant depiction, the brand film not only showcases the beauty of ethnic fashion but also inspires women to express themselves, embracing their unique styles.
Talking about the announcement, Libas founder & CEO Sidhant Keshwani said, “Our partnership with Kiara Advani marks a significant milestone for Libas as we embark on a journey to elevate our brand to new heights of sophistication and style. With Kiara’s unparalleled charm and fashion-forward approach, we are confident that she will help us in our mission to premiumize the Libas brand, making it the go-to destination for discerning consumers seeking aspirational ethnic wear. We truly believe Kiara embodies the essence of Libas, making her an ideal choice to represent the brand on a global stage”.
Kiara Advani expressed her excitement about joining forces with Libas, stating, ” As someone who values the timeless elegance of ethnic wear, I am thrilled to join forces with Libas as their brand ambassador. Together, we aim to redefine traditional fashion and inspire women to express themselves confidently.”
Libas’ Spring-Summer collection epitomizes the latest trends, blending timeless fabrics like cotton and linen with intricate thread work and vibrant pastel hues. Featuring elegant silhouettes, signature gota work, and delicate embellishments, the collection offers a modern interpretation of classic elegance. With a rich blend of textures and contemporary prints, Libas continues to captivate with its timeless appeal and attention to detail.
With Kiara Advani as their brand ambassador, Libas is set to embark on an exciting journey towards redefining ethnic fashion, captivating audiences with its distinctive blend of tradition and contemporary allure.
Brands
Faber-Castell India appoints Sunaina Haldar as director – marketing
With stints at Tata, SleepyCat and ADF Foods under her belt, Haldar is primed to redraw Faber-Castell’s brand story
MUMBAI: Faber-Castell India has poached Sunaina Haldar from ADF Foods, appointing her director – marketing as the German stationery brand looks to muscle up in a category that is rapidly reinventing itself around creativity and self-expression.
Haldar hit the ground running. “My first couple of weeks have been incredibly energising, understanding consumers, visiting markets, engaging with retailers and immersing myself into the world of Faber-Castell Group,” she said.
She arrives with considerable firepower. At ADF Foods, Haldar ran marketing across India and international markets for a portfolio spanning Ashoka, Aeroplane, Camel and ADF Soul. Before that, she was vice-president – marketing at direct-to-consumer mattress brand SleepyCat, where she helmed brand, content and performance marketing. Her résumé also includes a stint leading marketing, new product development and CRM for Tata SmartFoodz at Tata Consumer Products, no small proving ground.
Between corporate roles, Haldar also operated as a fractional CMO for early-stage startups, building marketing strategy and operational structures from scratch, a signal that she knows how to move fast with limited resources.
With 18 years straddling FMCG, D2C and the startup world, Haldar now takes the reins at a brand that has long owned the classroom but is clearly hungry for the living room. In a stationery market where the pencil has become a lifestyle statement, Faber-Castell has picked someone who knows exactly how to sell that story.
