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| Abstract The case examines the changing dynamics of the women's wear market in India during the 1990s and early-2000s. Changes in India's cultural values and social system, and the impact of these changes on the dressing styles of Indian women are explored in detail. Madura Garment's decision to enter the readymade women's Western wear segment is examined in detail in light of the above changes. The case discusses the strategies adopted by the company in terms of marketing research, product design, retailing and promotion. The case also provides information about other players in the women's Western wear market in India and takes a look at the market's future prospects. | ||||||||||||||
| Issues: » Understand the reasons for the increased activity in the branded women's Western wear market in India in the early 21st century. | ||||||||||||||
| Key words: Changing dynamics, women, wear market, India, 1990, 2000, cultural values, social system, dressing styles, Indian women, Madura Garment, readymade women, Western wear, marketing research, product design, retailing, promotion, future prospects |
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Questions for Discussion:
2. Critically analyze the product development, retailing and promotional strategies adopted for Allen Solly women's wear. What are the essential differences between marketing readymade apparel to men and marketing readymade apparel to women in a developing country? How would your answer differ if the target customer base belonged to a developed country?
3. 'Madura has taken a major risk by extending a 'pure men's brand' to the women's wear segment.' Comment on this statement in light of observation that men might switch over to a pure male brand in the future. Do you think Madura's move could erode Allen Solly's brand equity?
4. With many players entering the women's Western wear segment, do you think Allen Solly would be able to grow as planned? As part of a team responsible for managing the brand, help the company design a marketing strategy plan to attain leadership position in the women's western wear segment. | ||||||||||||||
