GAP to launch its first store in Chennai on 21st May 2016 at Phoenix Market City

Arvind Lifestyle Brands Ltd [ALBL], a subsidiary of Arvind Ltd. is bringing Gap to the city of Chennai. The store will open doors at Phoenix Market City on May 21st at 10:30am and will mark Gap’s ninth store in the country. On the launch day, the first 200 customers will be provided with a gift card worth Rs. 1000 to shop at the new store. Get ready to meet Kajal Aggarwal at the store launch.

Since opening its doors in 1969, Gap has been known for offering consumers cool, modern American designs fit for every occasion. Customers worldwide have looked to the iconic international brand for on-trend, casual clothing and accessories that help them express their personal sense of style. The collections are a modern interpretation of Gap’s denim roots and signature pieces that are a staple for every wardrobe.

Oliver Kaye, Business Head, Gap India said: “For a retailer of our size, it’s a record expansion roll out plan. We’re excited about opening in Chennai because it’s a city that knows its product really well, and has a great mix of cosmopolitan crowd, alongside a rich expat community. What sets us apart from the current brands in the market is that we’re the wardrobe must-have. That classic white shirt that you wear endlessly, or the pair of denims that last you a few years, and fit like second skin –that’s what Gap is. Our product is meant to form say 50% of your wardrobe because its classic, you can style it and make your style statement and is a canvas that allows you to express yourself. We’re on trend; for your everyday sensibility.”

The new store in Chennai is spread over 6000 sq. ft. and will offer the Gap, GapKids, and babyGap Summer 2016 collection. Gap’s Summer’16 range embodies the laidback vibe, surf culture and scenic landscape of California with its relaxed fits and colourful patterns. With summer denims, tencel shorts, breezy dresses and quintessential white tees, the collection is Optimistic American Style through a California Lens. Given California’s status as a place of creativity in art and design, it provides the perfect backdrop for for a cool, optimistic summer collection.

Check out all the buzz at www.gap.in and https://www.facebook.com/GapIndia

About Arvind Lifestyle Brands Limited

Arvind Lifestyle Brands Limited is a subsidiary of Arvind Ltd which is India’s largest integrated textile player and is one of the oldest and most respected groups in the Textile Business in India. Arvind is also one of the largest producers of denim fabrics and is supplier to a large number of fashion brands in the world. Arvind has been a pioneer in bringing international brands to India and first brought ARROW to India in the year 1993. Arvind has licensing relationships with many international brands including GAP, TCP, Gant, Nautica, Aeropostale, Arrow, Izod, US Polo Association, Elle, Ed Hardy, Hanes, Cherokee and Geoffrey Beene. Arvind also has a portfolio of 12 of its own brands. Arvind has recently launched stores of marquee retailers Gap, The Children’s Place and beauty giant Sephora. Arvind has a JV with PVH Corp. for the Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein businesses in India. It also runs the value retail chain, Megamart.

About Gap

Gap is one of the world's most iconic apparel and accessories brands and the authority on American casual style. Founded in San Francisco in 1969, Gap’s collections are designed to build the foundation of modern wardrobes – all things denim, classic white shirts, khakis and must-have trends. Beginning with the first international store in London in 1987, Gap continues to connect with customers online and across the brand’s more than 1,700 company-operated and franchise retail locations around the world. Gap includes Women's and Men's apparel and accessories, GapKids, babyGap, GapMaternity, GapBody and GapFit collections. The brand also serves value-conscious customers with exclusively-designed collections for Gap Outlet and Gap Factory Stores. Gap is the namesake brand for leading global specialty retailer, Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) which includes Gap, BananaRepublic, Old Navy, Athleta and Intermix. For more information, please visit www.gapinc.com