The thought of shopping for clothes and apparels can never fail to lift up our spirits...in fact they serve as the only way to cheer up an otherwise dull and gloomy day. Atleast that's what I think about the whole exercise of going to the market and shopping for myself and I am sure there are many who would agree with me.



So, here is some real good news for all those who love to shop and pamper themselves with a collection of great clothes and it’s the commencement of the “India International Garment Fair, 2008 (IIGF).” The fair has been organized by the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), and is supposed to be held from July 16-19, 2008 at Apparel House, Gurgaon, India.



The exhibition will expectantly display an exciting and exclusive collection of garments, fabrics; fashion accessories manufactured by some of India's premier fashion and export houses. As a buyers you will be able to choose from a wide range of superlative quality of casual wear, City Wear, High Fashion/Occasional Wear, Lingerie, Sportswear, Leather Garment, Fur Garment, Maternity Wear, Uniforms, Work Clothes and much more. Where else will you get such a varied collection of clothes under the same roof? The universality of the fair is surely going to click with the audience and the fair should become a hit. However, the popularity of the IIGF has long been established as the bi-yearly show has now taken place for almost two decades. The fair is likely to witness a large number of buyers and buying agents from all over the country. The 41st IIGF will also feature some interesting theme based shows and ramp shows to showcase the creations of some of India's finest designers.



The garment's fair gives all of us enough reasons to think of India as a leading export destination for fashion apparels and clothing. The country is home to a big chunk of quality textile/fabric manufacturers and fashion wear manufacturers. India also has a huge labor market where skilled manpower is easily available. Further, the country is the hub of world renowned and extremely talented designers and also provides one of the biggest markets for clothes and fashion accessories. Possibly it also throws light on a new genre of trend and style that is being increasingly adopted by an urban Indian. Today, there is no doubt that Indians are amongst one of the most well dressed categories of people in the world.