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Fashion Value Chain
3 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Pepe Jeans London Appoints Rakesh Jallipally as Chief Executive Officer in India to Lead the Next Phase of Growth
Pepe Jeans London, one of the top denim and lifestyle brands in the country, is excited to share that Mr. Rakesh Jallipally has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer, starting July 24th 2025. With more than 18 years of solid leadership experience in the fashion, retail, and consumer tech, Rakesh is set to bring a wealth of knowledge and a fresh strategic perspective to Pepe Jeans in India. Rakesh Jallipally as Chief Executive Officer in India at Pepe Jeans London This appointment is a major step forward as the brand continues its growth journey and deepens its connection with India's vibrant and ever-evolving consumer market. Throughout his career, Rakesh has been instrumental in scaling high-growth businesses, expanding market reach, and leading transformative brand initiatives. He is well-known for his knack for blending sharp business insight with operational excellence and keen understanding of the constantly shifting retail landscape. Before joining Pepe Jeans, Rakesh held the position of Vice President at Flipkart, where he made waves by launching and expanding 'Spoyl', a fashion platform aimed at Gen Z, while also overseeing the men's fashion segment. His deep understanding of India's digital-first retail landscape and his grasp of the tastes of young, fashion-savvy consumers will be crucial in elevating Pepe Jeans in India to new heights. Beyond his time at Flipkart, Rakesh was instrumental in launching AZORTE at Reliance Retail, further solidifying his status as a trailblazer in India's fashion retail scene. He dedicated nearly ten years to Arvind Fashions Ltd., where he held both CEO and COO roles, driving the growth and transformation of well-known brands like USPA and Flying Machine. Rakesh kicked off his career at Raymond Ltd., managing extensive retail operations across South India, which laid the groundwork for his robust operational and strategic skills. Rakesh has a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from IIM Lucknow, specializing in Marketing and Strategy, giving him a perfect mix of academic knowledge and practical business leadership. Sharing his thoughts on the new role, Mr. Rakesh Jallipally expressed his excitement, saying, 'I'm really thrilled to be joining Pepe Jeans, a brand that has continually redefined denim and casual wear for millions of Indian consumers. I can't wait to collaborate with the talented team here to enhance the brand's presence, broaden our market reach, and connect more deeply with our diverse customer base. Together, we're looking to build on Pepe Jeans' iconic legacy and unlock the next phase of growth for our business in India.' With Rakesh at the helm, Pepe Jeans London is set to enhance its retail presence, boost digital growth, and drive deeper connections with fashion-conscious consumers across the country. About Pepe Jeans London Pepe Jeans London was born on London's iconic Portobello Road in 1973. Today, over 50 years later, the brand remains devoted to its initial mantra and pledge to create the world's most exciting denim-led fashion. The diversity and mix of cultures that define the city of London also define the Pepe Jeans personality, providing a constant source of inspiration for the women's, men's, and junior collections. Music, Culture, Fashion, London, and Denim-that's what Pepe Jeans is all about.
Scottish Sun
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Chart-topping 80s icon left stunned after Scots fan's foul-mouthed outburst
'This bloke steps out and says 'T'Pau? - You're s***e!' T'PAU singer Carol Decker has recalled the moment she was brought back down to earth when a Scots fan queued up for hours - just to tell her she was: 'S***e.' The pop icon exploded into the charts in 1987 when her debut single Heart and Soul reached the Top 5 in both the US and the UK, followed by the No1 hit China in Your Hand. 5 Carol Decker in her 80s heyday was brought back to earth by a foul-mouthed Scot. 5 Carol is still touring with her chart topping 80s band. 5 The 80s singer was also a mystery guest on ITV's The Masked Singer earlier this year. 5 Carol Decker recently toured Germany with Amy Macdonald. But during the height of her fame a forthright music lover decided to give her a face to face critique with his brutal jibe. Carol, now 67, says: 'I remember one of our first gigs in Scotland was at Glasgow Barrowland when Heart and Soul had just broken. 'There was a huge queue around the building, which was really lovely to see for our first visit, and back in the day, I had to have security with me. 'Anyway this bloke, who's at the front of the queue and must've been there for hours, steps out and says 'T'Pau? And I said 'Yes,' and got my pen ready to sign an autograph, and he goes, 'You're s***e!' 'He had actually waited in the queue just to tell me that.' She adds: 'I was speechless but my security guy, who had this lovely, very elegant Scottish accent, replied on my behalf saying, 'You're entitled to your opinion, sir - but I don't recall anybody asking to hear it'.' Born in Liverpool, Carol formed T'Pau in 1986 with her then boyfriend Ronnie Rogers, together penning all of the group's hit songs. Just a year later they had their big showbiz break with Heart and Soul when Pepe Jeans used the track to front their cinema ad campaign across America. It launched them to instant stardom on both sides of the Atlantic and all across Europe and Australia, with their debut album Bride of Spies also reaching No1 in the UK and the Top 40 in the US. But although their flame burned brightly their career was short-lived when they were dropped by their record label soon after their sixth and final hit single Only the Lonely in 1989. Huge 80s band announces shock comeback after hit song However, the couple invested wisely in property, sinking their royalty cheques into a three storey town house near London's Hampstead Heath for £200,000 - which later sold for over a million - plus a 10 acre farm in Wales. By 1992 Carol and Ronnie decided to go their own way - splitting their property assets equally - with the singer going on to marry Richard Coats, her now manager, in the mid-90s. The couple have two children Scarlet, 26 and Dylan, 22. Carol has since appeared in the stage production Now, That's What I Call A Musical and has also made regular TV appearances including as Tattoo in ITV's The Masked Singer earlier this year. But amazingly not one of the TV show's celebrity panel, including Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall, Mo Gilligan or Maya Jama, was able to identify Carol's powerful vocals. The redhead, who plays Party at the Palace in Linlithgow in August, says: 'It was weird they didn't twig. But I was gutted to go off because I was enjoying myself so much.' And the singer gave an incredible insight into the lengths TV chiefs go to keep the identity of their mystery performers a secret. She explains: 'You can't tell anyone as you are given a massive NDA (Non Disclosure Agreement) to sign. 'I only told my husband and my daughter, because they have to help me with my life and I think they would have got suspicious by the blacked out car that was sent for me. 'You are then given your own team at The MaskedSinger who give you the outfit, and you can only talk those people - and they don't talk to the other teams so they are the only ones on the show who know who you are. 'They also send you black leggings, gloves, a hoodie with 'Do Not Speak To Me' written on it along with a balaclava - the secrecy's off the scale. 'But I loved it. I loved my costume and I loved the whole process, although it was very, very hot inside the mask.' She adds: 'The whole bit that was scary was I had to be on a 15 foot high plinth, singing Human by The Killers. When the hot lights came on, I suddenly felt incredibly giddy and was swaying from side to side. 'I was really worried I was going to fall off as my whole perspective changed. But I managed to keep my feet and really did enjoy the whole experience.' Carol has become a regular feature on the retro music festival circuit, but she also recently toured Germany with Amy Macdonald. She says: 'I really admire Amy's songwriting and her new single, Is This What You've Been Waiting For? I think it's fantastic. I just love her voice, it's just so unusual. 'I also toured with SophieEllis-Bextor recently and it's nice to be on the road with some relevant people. It makes you up your game.' SISTER ACT WAS TRUE TO LIFE CAROL reveals she gave permission for Heart and Soul to be used in an hilarious Hollywood movie - because she sees the scene played out for real every time she performs. The singer gave the nod for the track to be included in the 2015 film Sisters starring Tina Fey and Amy Poehler as Kate and Maura Ellis. At one stage the siblings attempt to sing the chorus for Heart and Soul, only to mumble the lines they don't know. But Carol says: 'The other night I was doing a gig and swung the mic around for the audience to sing the chorus. 'Just like in the movie they get the easy bits right like 'Give a little bit of heart and soul, give a little bit of love to grow'. 'But then they mumbled, 'Don't you make me beg for more, give a sign, I need to know.' 'So when they asked me for permission to use the song in Sisters, they send you a synopsis of the scene. 'When I read it, it made me laugh because this happens to me all the time.' The track was also used in the Michelle Williams Disney series Dying for Sex earlier this year and a Black Mirror episode in 2016. While China in Your Hands popped up in an ep of Gillian Anderson's Sex Education in 2023. Carol says: 'I take great pride in the fact that our songs continue to be used in all these America productions. 'But it was a real feather in my cap, especially with my kids, when Charlie Brooker put Heart and Soul in Black Mirror.' Carol will return north of the border in August when she performs at the two-day Party at the Palace event, sharing the bill on the Saturday with Squeeze, former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan, Gun and Sleeper. While Boney M, Boyzlife and The Hoosiers take to the stage on Sunday. She says: 'I've been looking at everybody's YouTube stuff and boning up on who's on the bill. 'I haven't thought about these bands in years so it will be great to see them live.' But while Carol revels in the fact that she's still in demand, she can afford herself a chuckle at that incident in Glasgow's East End all those years ago. She says: 'The funniest thing about the guy at the Barrowland was by that point I'd gotten used to people adoring me. 'So it actually made me laugh when someone had queued for so long just to tell me our band were s***e - you certainly can never get too big for your boots in Scotland.' *Party at the Palace is on at Linlithgow's Bonnytoun Farm on August 3&4. For tickets visit:
Business Upturn
21-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
GroomYourGram: The Profit-First Influencer Agency Rewriting India's Marketing Playbook
In a space often defined by vanity metrics and unpredictability, GroomYourGram has emerged as a refreshingly grounded and profitable force in influencer marketing. Founded five years ago, this Mumbai-based agency has worked with over 300 brands and powered more than 1,000 campaigns—ranging from beauty and skincare to automobile and finance. With a team of 32 operating out of its Lokhandwala office, GroomYourGram delivers not only scale but results. A core strength lies in its unparalleled access to India's creator economy. With a curated community of over 400,000 influencers and 10,000+ active campaign participants monthly, GroomYourGram helps brands like Juicy Chemistry, Tira Beauty, Pilgrim, and Dot & Key craft meaningful narratives. On the corporate front, the agency has driven HDFC Bank's LinkedIn growth strategy and supported pharma giants such as Cipla Health and Glenmark in awareness initiatives. From pioneering Instagram Reels marketing to being among the top 4 agencies for Moj, GroomYourGram has always anticipated trends before they broke mainstream. It has led campaigns with celebrities like Kiara Advani, Janhvi Kapoor, and Ranveer Singh for brands including Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Skoda Kylak, Pepe Jeans, Snitch, and Spykar. Spearheaded by Palak Tannaa, who commands a LinkedIn audience of over 62,000 professionals, the team combines creative ingenuity with data intelligence. Despite multiple investment offers, the agency continues to be self-funded—prioritizing vision over valuation. As a brand that has been profitable since Day One, GroomYourGram exemplifies what happens when influence meets intention. What sets the agency apart is its refusal to follow a one-size-fits-all strategy. Each campaign is customized—whether it's for a youth-centric fashion brand like Freakins or a global skincare label entering Tier II cities. Their campaigns aren't just viral—they're valuable. The agency's model blends strategy with scale. In a world saturated by content, it doesn't just amplify messages—it aligns them with audiences that matter. Fashion clients like Libas, Spykar, and Pepe Jeans see tailored influencer-led storytelling campaigns that go beyond 'likes' and drive brand lift. Healthcare and pharma clients get compliance-ready creativity, while finance brands benefit from thought leadership-led influencer models. Internally, the company operates like a startup but performs like an enterprise. Its operational agility allows quick campaign turnaround, while its in-house tech stack and talent pipeline ensure scalability without compromise. The company is in the process of rolling out an AI-powered influencer analytics tool to further help brands measure ROI and sentiment in real time. With its finger firmly on the cultural pulse, GroomYourGram is not just building campaigns—it's building a new marketing DNA for India's digital-first brands. As brands in India increasingly seek partners who can combine storytelling, performance, and trust, GroomYourGram is becoming the agency of choice—not just for creators and companies, but for the future of digital India. For Business Upturn readers who track growth-focused stories and high-ROI ventures, this isn't just about numbers. It's about sustainable scale, high-value execution, and the future of profitable digital innovation. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Fashion Network
05-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Pepe Jeans London reopens flagship in New Delhi with refreshed concept and elevated denim experience
British-born denim label Pepe Jeans has reopened its flagship in Connaught Place, New Delhi, introducing a refreshed 220-square-meter space that underscores the brand's denim-first approach and its distinctly London-rooted identity. According to Indian Retailer Bureau, the redesigned store offers an enhanced shopping experience across menswear, womenswear, and kidswear. With over 200 denim styles and a broader offering of more than 500 pieces—from T-shirts and outerwear to seasonal apparel—the store brings the brand's signature blend of British heritage and youthful energy to life. A standout feature is the newly introduced 'denim wall', a curated space dedicated to Pepe Jeans' longstanding legacy in denim craftsmanship. The immersive display is tailored to engage diverse consumer preferences, positioning denim as the centerpiece of the store's narrative. The space also debuts a comprehensive footwear section, spanning casual staples to statement styles—completing the brand's ambition to offer head-to-toe looks under one roof. Founded in 1973 on London's Portobello Road, Pepe Jeans has long merged fashion with the city's eclectic cultural and musical spirit. The relaunch of its Connaught Place flagship signals a renewed commitment to the Indian market, aligning global identity with localized retail momentum.
Fashion Network
05-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Pepe Jeans London reopens flagship in New Delhi with refreshed concept and elevated denim experience
British-born denim label Pepe Jeans has reopened its flagship in Connaught Place, New Delhi, introducing a refreshed 220-square-meter space that underscores the brand's denim-first approach and its distinctly London-rooted identity. According to Indian Retailer Bureau, the redesigned store offers an enhanced shopping experience across menswear, womenswear, and kidswear. With over 200 denim styles and a broader offering of more than 500 pieces—from T-shirts and outerwear to seasonal apparel—the store brings the brand's signature blend of British heritage and youthful energy to life. A standout feature is the newly introduced 'denim wall', a curated space dedicated to Pepe Jeans' longstanding legacy in denim craftsmanship. The immersive display is tailored to engage diverse consumer preferences, positioning denim as the centerpiece of the store's narrative. The space also debuts a comprehensive footwear section, spanning casual staples to statement styles—completing the brand's ambition to offer head-to-toe looks under one roof. Founded in 1973 on London's Portobello Road, Pepe Jeans has long merged fashion with the city's eclectic cultural and musical spirit. The relaunch of its Connaught Place flagship signals a renewed commitment to the Indian market, aligning global identity with localized retail momentum.
