Raymond
Raymond Group · India
Raymond is an Indian textile and apparel brand that began in 1925 as a woollen mill near Thane Creek and is headquartered in Mumbai. It is known for suiting fabrics, menswear and a large retail network through The Raymond Shop.
| Founded | 1925 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Albert Raymond |
| Headquarters | Mumbai, India |
| Retail | The Raymond Shop, 700+ shops |
| Website | raymond.in |
What is Raymond?
Raymond is one of India's best known textile and menswear names. The business started in 1925 as a small woollen mill near Thane Creek, founded by Albert Raymond, and is headquartered in Mumbai.
Products and positioning
Raymond built its reputation on suiting fabric, producing wool and wool blended fabrics at large scale. Over time the group added branded apparel and tailoring, and its portfolio includes:
- Raymond and Raymond Made to Measure
- Park Avenue and Park Avenue Woman
- ColorPlus
- Parx
- Ethnix
This mix lets the group serve formal, smart casual and occasion wear, from fabric bought for tailoring to finished garments.
Distribution
Products are sold through The Raymond Shop, a retail chain with more than 700 shops across over 200 cities in India and abroad, alongside the wider distribution of its apparel brands.
Why it matters
Raymond is a rare Indian fashion business spanning a century, from mill to branded retail, and remains a reference for vertically integrated textile and apparel groups in South Asia.
Frequently asked questions
When was Raymond founded?
Raymond was founded in 1925 as a small woollen mill near Thane Creek in India.
Which brands belong to Raymond?
Raymond's apparel portfolio includes Raymond, Park Avenue, ColorPlus, Parx and Ethnix.