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amanté celebrates 10th anniversary; unveils exciting new intimate wear collection, ‘Vogue’
This October, Sri Lanka’s leading intimate apparel brand, amanté, is commemorating the milestone 10-year anniversary of its flagship boutique in Racecourse, Colombo, and also 11 years of the brand’s presence in Sri Lanka. To mark the occasion and to kick-off a month of promotions and celebrations, the brand hosted select invitees and several A-list fashion influencers -including amanté’s athleisure ambassador Yureni Noshika-, at an exclusive in-store event featuring a fashion show unveiling amanté’s exciting new anniversary capsule, ‘Vogue.’
amanté has over the last decade crafted its reputation as a brand known for its fashionable, sophisticated, and high-quality lingerie. Paying tribute to its own home-grown success story, the intimate wear label launched its stylish new “Vogue” collection at the celebration event well-timed with the festive season ahead. Vogue includes 8 exciting new designs across a broad spectrum of colourways, featuring elegant laces and detailing, with each garment aligning itself with the latest global trends, but also designed to suit the South Asian female silhouette. The collection comprises of a variety of contemporary bra styles; including a multiway, padded/non-wired, padded wired, and the ever-popular bralette styling – providing a wide range of options for different body types and styling preferences.
“We would like to thank our loyal customers and partners for being a vital part of our growth story right from the very beginning,” said Eshara Samuel, Head of Marketing amanté Lanka. “We have evolved from humble beginnings to the successful brand you see today, and while we take immense pride in what we have been able to achieve together, we also have great plans for the journey that lies ahead. Our success has always been our wonderful customers and we thank every lady that has placed their trust in us and we promise to continue to deliver the high-quality intimate wear”
amanté opened its first store in 2012 at the Racecourse in Colombo, and has since established itself as a firm favourite in both Sri Lanka and India for quality women’s intimate wear; creating the very first retail identity for the brand which has now taken over both markets. From a limited portfolio of styles and categories, amanté has since further developed its range of intimate wear, and also expanded its offering to include sleepwear, shapewear, swimwear, and -most recently- athleisure. Now, in its 10th year, amanté has four additional independent boutiques across Sri Lanka to call its own (Kandy City Centre, Marino Mall, Nugegoda, and Negombo) and a retail presence at over 200 stores across island, with greater expansion plans in the pipeline.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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