Himalaya Clothing
Himalaya Clothing is a women's clothing brand of Himalaya Textilhandels GmbH, based in Braak near Hamburg, Germany. All of its production takes place in India.
| Headquarters | Braak, near Hamburg, Germany |
|---|---|
| Company | Himalaya Textilhandels GmbH |
| Production | India |
| Other brand | FRISTED by Charlotte Mansted |
| Website | himalayashop.de |
What is Himalaya Clothing?
Himalaya Clothing is a women's clothing brand operated by Himalaya Textilhandels GmbH, a company based in Braak near Hamburg, Germany, with a further location in Nørresundby, Denmark. The company says it was established 46 years ago and has between 11 and 25 employees.
Products and positioning
The collection covers dresses, skirts, blouses, trousers and sweaters, as well as felt shoes. Materials include cotton, wool, linen, modal, EcoVero viscose and silk.
All production takes place in India, from the south of the country to the Himalayan north. The company states that its suppliers are certified to GOTS and Fair Trade standards.
Distribution
Himalaya Clothing sells to retailers through a business-to-business page on its own website, and it is listed as an exhibitor at trade fairs such as Formland and the CIFF German pavilion. The company also carries a second brand, FRISTED by Charlotte Mansted.
Why it matters
The company is a small example of a Northern European wholesaler built around Indian production and natural fibres, serving independent retailers.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Himalaya Clothing from?
Himalaya Clothing is run by Himalaya Textilhandels GmbH, based in Braak near Hamburg, Germany.
Where is Himalaya Clothing made?
All production takes place in India, and the company says its suppliers are GOTS and Fair Trade certified.