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CELEBRATE MAHARASHTRA ’S RICH HERITAGE AND HISTORY ON THIS WORLD HERITAGE DAY

At present, Maharashtra hosts five out of the 38 UNESCO world heritage sites, making it the state with the highest number of UNESCO recognised sites. Each of these sites is a repository of history and culture, and an architectural marvel. Each site has a tale to tell.

On this World Heritage Day on 18^th April, let’s celebrate, preserve, promote & protect our rich heritage.

“The State of Maharashtra presents unique ensemble of World Heritage sites – from Rock cut architecture, classic masterpieces of painted art, sculptural monuments like Kailash dating back to 2nd century BC to Victorian Architecture and Art Deco buildings in Mumbai. Further it has potential for more world heritage nominations in the form of Maratha Forts, Lonar Lake, Petroglyphs of Konkan, among others. So come and experience world -class rich heritage of Maharashtra.”- Dr. Tejas Garge Director Archaeology and Museums

Here are the UNESCO Recognised World Heritage Sites in the State:

Ajanta Caves

Located in the Aurangabad District of Maharashtra state, the Ajanta Caves are approximately 32 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments. The very first cave monuments among the Ajanta caves date back to the 2nd and 1st B.C., and during the Gupta Period (5th and 6th A.D.), the second – 25 monasteries were added. The Ajanta caves are renowned of their paintings and sculptures and are a key tourism spot in the state of Maharashtra. Additionally, the paintings and sculptures found in the Ajanta Caves are considered to be the masterpieces of Buddhist religious art, and have had a considerable artistic influence.

Spreading over an expanse of 8,242 hectares, and a buffer zone of 78,676 hectares, the Ajanta caves form one of the biggest cave structures of the country. They have also been mentioned in several memoirs of Chinese-Buddhist travellers from the medieval era, as well as in the accounts of a Mughal-era official from Akbar’s reign in the early 17th century. Interestingly, the caves were covered by the jungle until they were accidentally discovered by a colonial British officer in the year 1819. The Ajanta caves were designated as a UNESCO recognised World Heritage site in the year 1983.

The Ajanta caves are located approximately 430 kilometres away from Mumbai, and 335 kilometres away from Pune. People can travel to Ajanta Caves by Road, State Transport or Railways. Jalgaon city, about 60 kilometre from Ajanta Caves is the nearest rail head.

Chhratrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (Formerly known as Victoria Terminus)

The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Station, formerly known as Victoria Terminus Station, in Mumbai, is a splendid example of the Victorian Gothic Revival architecture in India, with a blend of themes derived from traditional Indian architecture. The building of this World Heritage site was designed by British architect F. W. Stevens. Over time, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus station has become the symbol of Mumbai as the ‘Gothic City’, and a major mercantile port of India.

Built over a period of 10 years, starting in the year 1878, the terminal was constructed based on late medieval Italian models, according to a High Victorian Gothic design. The stone dome, turrets, pointed arches and eccentric ground plan showcase a striking resemblance to Indian Palace architecture. It is a remarkable example of the meeting of two cultures, as it was worked upon by British architects who worked with Indian craftsmen to include Indian architectural tradition, thus forging a unique and new style to Mumbai. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Railway Station is the headquarter of the Indian Central Railways, and was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in the year 2004.

It is 160 kilometres away from Pune. People can travel to this UNESCO recognised world heritage site by Road, State Transport or Railways.

Elephanta Caves

Also known as the ‘City of Caves’, the Elephanta Caves are a collection of rock art linked to the cult of Shiva, located on an Island in the Sea of Oman close to Mumbai. It is home to one of the most perfect expressions of Indian art, particularly the huge high reliefs in the main cave structure. Additionally, the main cave’s orientation, and the relative location of the other caves is in a Mandala pattern. The carvings of the caves are narrations of Hindu Mythology, with large monolithic 20 feet Trimurti Sadashiva (Three-faced Shiva), Nataraja (the Lord of Dance) and Yogishvara (the God of Yoga) being the most celebrated works.

The caves were discovered by colonial Portuguese, who renamed the initially titled Elefante Caves to Elephanta Caves after finding elephant statues on the caves. The main cave used to be a Hindu place of worship until the Portuguese arrived and established a base on the island. Most of the sculpture and cave damage was cause by the soldiers of the Portuguese base. The earliest attempts to restore and prevent further damage to the site was by British India officials in the year 1909. The monuments were then restored by 1970, and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in the year 1987.

The Elephanta Caves are approximately 25.5 kilometres away from Mumbai, and 161 kilometres away from Pune. People can travel to the Elephanta Caves via Road, State Transport or Water Ferries.

Ellora Caves

Extending over a stretch of more than 2 kilometres, the Ellora Caves comprise of 34 monasteries and temples that were dug side-by-side in the wall of a high basalt cliff. The Ellora caves are in the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra state, and are only 100 kilometres away from the Ajanta Caves located in the same district. With its sequence of monuments ranging from 600 A.D. to 1000 A.D., the Ellora Caves bring the civilisation of ancient India to life.

The ensemble of 34 caves at Ellora, showcases the spirit of co-existence and religious tolerance through the outstanding architectural activities carried out by followers of three prominent religions – Buddhism, Brahmanism and Jainism. The earliest caves between the 5th and 8th centuries, reflect Buddhist philosophy of the Mahayana culture that was prevalent in the region during those times. The caves that show the Brahmanical Ideology, including the Kailasa Temple, were excavated between the 7th and 10th centuries. The last phase of excavations that was carried out between the 9th and 12th centuries witnessed the excavation of a group of caves that reflected the Jain ideologies. Just like Ajanta Caves, the Ellora Caves were also designated as a UNESCO recognised World Heritage site in the year 1983.

Ellora caves is located approximately 340.5 kilometres away from Mumbai, and 257 kilometres away from Pune. People can use Road Transport, State Transport or Railways to visit this UNESCO Heritage site. Aurangabad Railway Station is the nearest rail head and is around 30 kms from the Ellora.

Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai

In the second half of the 19th century, Mumbai implemented one of the rather ambitious urban planning projects, which led to an ensemble of public building bordering the Oval Maidan in open space. They were first adapted in the Victorian Gothic and Neo-Gothic styles of architecture, and then in the Art-Deco idiom in the early 20th century. The Victorian Neo-Gothic ensemble includes the Indian elements suited to the climate, including balconies and verandas. While the Art-Deco edifices with their cinemas and residential buildings that blend Indian design with Art-Deco imagery. The unique blend has been described as Indo-Deco.

The two waves of urban development in Mumbai that took place during the late 19th and early 20th centuries transformed the city from a fortified trading outpost to the first city of India. Today, the Oval Maidan offers a spectacular ensemble of Victorian Gothic buildings on the eastern side. While another impressive ensemble of Art-Deco building sits on the western side of the Oval Maidan. They also provide a testimony to the modernisation phases that the city went through leading to a modern independent India in 1947. The Victorian Gothic and Art-Deco Ensemble of Mumbai are the latest addition to the list of UNESCOs World Heritage sites in Maharashtra.

The Victorian Gothic and Art-Deco Ensemble of Mumbai is approximately 22 kilometres away from the outskirts of Mumbai City, and approximately 161 kilometres from Pune. People can visit this heritage site via Road Transport, State Transport or Railways.

Daler Mehndi penned and performed an exclusive bhajan at The Vaishno Devi Shrine

With the beginning of Navratri, Indian pop Star Daler Mehndi pens an exclusive song for Mata Vaishno Devi ‘Navratri Di Wah Wah, Wah wah Ji wah wah’. To celebrate the festival of Goddess Durga, the Pop Icon performed Live on 5 bhajans for the Goddess. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has organized the darbar to mark the beginning of the Navratris on 13th April 2021 from 6 pm onwards. The darbar is telecasted Live on MH1 Live Music.

Excerpt from the interview:

Talking about the song, Daler Mehndi says that bhajans are written when it comes from within to connect with the Almighty. It is not written to impress the listeners. He performed live on songs like ‘Kisi Ne Phad Leya Chimta’, ‘Ajao Jinne Paar Langana’, ‘Menu Sohna Jeha Maa Da Darbar Mileya’, ‘Mata Di Sher Sawari’ and ‘Bholi Maa Tere Dar Te Khade’. The songs including “Wah wah Ji wah wah, meri maiya di wah wah Navratri ki wah wah” dedicated to Mata Vaishno Devi are written and composed by Daler Mehndi himself. Sharing his experience, Daler Mehndi said, “I consider it as a gift from the Goddess that the lyrics of this song came spontaneously as I was writing. It was like a divine connection with her. These bhajans are our way to express our feelings and impart our message to Maa. It took 3 days to write this song.”

These Punjabi bhajans are a favorite of all music lovers and this time they its an opportunity to watch Daler Mehndi perform these Bhajans live with his team. Talking about attending the Darbar during the Navratri, the pop icon stated, “I consider ourselves lucky that we got a call from Mata Vaishno Devi on the first day of Navratri. My entire family and team are here to praise the goddess on this auspicious occasion.”

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board took proper precautionary measures given the COVID-19 pandemic.

Summer Skincare Essentials by Blossom Kochhar

With the rise in temperatures and humidity in the month of April, taking care of your skin and hair becomes more important. The summer skincare essentials by Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic are here to rescue you this summer season with extra care of your skin and hair. These natural products are a perfect treat for your skin providing you with the much-needed nourishment and glow.

Lavender Facewash

This facewash hydrates and brightens the skin. It cleanses, soothes, and refreshes the skin. Filled with the goodness of lavender and rose essential oils, it is the best way to pamper your skin with some nourishment.

Price: INR 190

Quantity: 100 ml

Vitamin C Skin Brightening Gel

Formulated with natural sources of Vitamin C, this gel lightens and protects the skin from UV rays and aging. It helps with anti-pigmentation and skin cell regeneration properties. It protects against UV Damage (SPF 30), prevents aging, and promotes skin elasticity.

Vitmin-C-Brightening-Gel summer skincare

Price: INR 375

Quantity: 100 gm

Moisture Boost Shampoo- summer skincare

This shampoo is 100% free of parabens, petrochemicals, phthalates, sulphates, toxic ingredients, artificial coloring, and fragrances. It is a pure blend of chamomile, Lavender and Argan essential oils help retain the moisture level and strengthens hair from within, leaving behind soft and strong tresses. Avocado and Grapefruit extracts in the formulation increases the blood circulation in the scalp and helps in better growth of the hair, making it silkier, softer and shinier.

Price: INR 215

Quantity: 200 ml

Mineral Glow Scrub

The triple-action in this product gently buffs away dry skin and dead cells. This helps you enrich the skin by reducing fine lines. It exfoliates dead skin cells, reduces fine lines, brightens the skin and improves moisture content.

Price: INR 190

Quantity: 100 ml

3 In 1 Jasmine Blossom Body Wash for summer skincare

It is an all-purpose natural hair, face, and body cleanser that leaves your skin bright, alive and satiny smooth. It soothes sensitive and irritable skin and is an effective remedy for skin rashes. Cleans, rejuvenates and energizes skin. It is filled with the goodness of Apple Cider Vinegar, Coconut Oil, Essential oils of jasmine, geranium and sandalwood and French marigold extracts.

Price: INR 205

Quantity: 220 ml

Hair Growth- some ways to Boost

By Dr. Blossom Kochhar

We all want long, lengthy and lustrous hair. And we all have read numerous articles, blogs and have actually tried so many tricks to grow the tresses long. Some hit while many misses. So today I am going to share a few tips that will surely make your hair longer and healthier.

Castor oil is the magic oil

There is no need to invest in so many products you have the star product at home only. Castor oil contains ricinoleic acid and omega-6 fatty acids and therefore when massaged onto the scalp it helps in increasing the blood circulation which improves hair growth. For better results, mix tsp of castor oil with 1 tsp of almond oil and olive oil. Apply it thoroughly on your scalp, massage for 10-15 minutes and rinse it off completely after 20 minutes. Do this once a week and your hair will grow quickly.

Check what goes into your plate

It is very important to have a protein rich diet for your hair, 50gms is a must every day. When you start dieting or have a protein deficient diet your hair tends to fall or become thin. So, increase the intake of lentils, eggs & meat in your diet.

Onion juice for long tresses

Many must have recommended this to you and if you still haven’t tried it then you need to try this today. The sulphate in onion boosts hair growth. Don’t bother about the smell, if a little irritation can give you long locks then why not.

Clean your scalp with apple cider vinegar

Like our skin needs regular scrubbing so that the dead skin goes away and you get fresh skin similarly you need to scrub your hair and maintain the pH balance. Vinegar is the perfect tool for it and will increase hair growth. You can either drink it, which is good for your skin and hair both or use it as a final wash to rinse your hair. This will not only boost growth but will give shine. Remember not to over do it else it might lead to hair fall, twice a week is good.

A complete head massage best for hair

Do you know a simple head massage can do wonders for hair growth. You can do it with oil or even without oil, start with the center of your hairline, use your middle finger to make circles 25 times, now take 3 fingers gap moving towards the center of your head, repeat 25 circles again. Move further down by again taking 3 fingers gap and make circles. End this by massaging the behind of your ear lobes. This will take about 5-7 minutes you can do it while in office, while watching tv or whenever convenient. This will boost blood circulation and give you healthy and long locks

And most importantly, do not stress, it is one of the major reasons for hair fall. Train your mind to relax and live a healthy life.

About the Author

Dr. Blossom Kochhar for hair growth tips

Dr. Blossom Kochhar, is the Founder & Chairperson of the Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies

BAGS -FENDI BASKET

FENDI launches the popular eighties beach bag in its Spring/Summer 2021 Collection. Fun and playful, the Basket is presenting in two sizes. Medium and small a peppered by a wide range of bright colors adding a fresh touch to the collection. Yellow, pink, light blue, orange and white.

Inspiration

Taking the stage on the catwalk, designed by Silvia Venturini Fendi it represents a throwback. To childhood summer memories with a luxurious twist and sustainable vibe.

Key Features

Enriched by FENDI iconic details, FF leather stamp, signature print on the bottom and a buttoned leather closure, the Basket is the perfect summer bag to target fashionable, energic young customers.

Sustainable Factor

The ironic bag has a totally green approach hence it is entirely in recycling pvc, composed mainly by pre-consumer waste, recycling of waste items deriving from the production process, stamp cutetc…and for example generated by the production of shoes’ soles, from which it is possible to generate plastics heterogeneous or homogeneous of high quality.

Available in FENDI boutique and on fendi.com starting from beginning of April 2021.

Disinfect your house to ward off COVID19?

By Dr Sudhir Gore, Head-Trauma & Emergency, Fortis Hospital, Kalyan

Disinfect your house to ward off COVID19. With Coronavirus tenaciously living among us, people have increased the use of disinfectants to stem. The spread of the virus at home. People have resorted to washing fruits and vegetables with bleach & sanitizers. Have applied household cleaning or disinfectant products to bare skin and intentionally inhaled or ingested disinfectants. But these products contain chemicals that may be harmful to your health, especially, if it not used appropriately.

Largely, the good old-fashioned cleaning with soap/ detergent and water is efficacious against COVID19. There is a growing body of evidence that shows that regular soap and water cleaning is usually enough to wash away this virus and prevent infections. Just the way we wash our hands with soap and water, our homes can be kept clean in the same manner.

Disinfectant contain harmful chemicals:

Cleaning and disinfect products need to be utilized as directed. Some disinfectants contain quaternary ammonium compounds which can trigger Asthma. It is, therefore, necessary to be cautious, especially if we have kids and elderly people at home. Bleaching can also cause respiratory, skin, and eye irritations.People should use disinfectants that include Hydrogen Peroxide, Alcohol (Isopropyl Alcohol or Ethanol), Citric Acid and Lactic Acid – but not on food items, clothes, utensils and definitely not with bare hands!

COVID spreads more from contact than surfaces:

Most experts have time and again noted that the virus spreads mainly through person-to-person contact. Effective cleaning removes germs from surfaces and disinfecting goes a step further, by killing them on the spot. But there is no need to be obsessive about cleaning surfaces. A recent Center for Disease Control and Prevention, US report said that there is no good evidence stating alternative disinfection methods, like UV radiation, LED blue lights, or sanitizing tunnels really work to kill the virus. Moreover, disinfectant without proper ventilation can cause more harm to your health than being useful. CDC’s report mentions that fogging, fumigation, and other such theatrical performances of industrial cleanliness can easily do more harm than good, when it comes to human health. This also because fogging at the levels needed to truly nip viruses from space, can make it difficult for people to breathe.

Here are 3 easy steps to proper cleaning disinfect and keeping yourself and your family safe:

Use soap water to properly clean surfaces
If you use disinfectant, read the product instructions in full, so that you know how the disinfectant works and is to be applied
If using harsh chemicals to deep clean, wear a mask & protective eye gear; keep this room open to enable ventilation. Children & elderly should not enter this room till after 4 days of deep cleaning
Open the windows and doors to ventilate the space as you clean the rooms

Above all, it’s more important to worry about wearing a mask in public. And avoiding the person-to-person spread of COVID-19 through close contact. Stay home, stay clean and stay safe!

MUHLY ROMANCE-Etude India Launches Latest Collection

Play Color Eyes Muhly Romance

Muhly 9-color eye shadow palette invites new romance by coloring the eyes with romantic mood and sunset glow. The eye palette has a soft texture of a cafe and shimmer. Which gives light and a clear glow of glitter-type jewel. With the use of high transparent glitter and high glossy technology makes glittering glossy glow!

The shadows can be applied to the whole eyelid or as a pointer color. And use the shadows according to your taste. Some of the shades of the color system of Muhly eye palette comprises. ‘The FairyTale World’, ‘Romantic Nude Place’, ‘Nude Sunset’, ‘Pink Muhly’, and many more!

Cost: INR 1400- 160O

Better Lips-Talk [Velvet]

Etude Better Lips-Talk presents 3 diverse shades in this collection that can suit everyone. Explore ETUDE Better Lips-Talk Muhly Garden, ETUDE Better Lips-Talk Sunset Picnic and ETUDE Better Lips-Talk Pink Grass that invites new romance by coloring the lips with romantic mood and sunset glow.

Made of soft matte velvet texture that lasts even longer with just one touch and light velvet texture fills in the lips to bring in the soft and clean make-up.
One can apply along the lip line for full cover lips or apply at the center of the lips for a gradation look.

Cost: INR 850

Asian Paints forays into the World of Furnishing

Asian Paints. If there was one thing that 2020 compelling us all to do, it was to spend a lot more time at home. And that meant, people more often than before dreamt of upgrading the décor of the place. They were suddenly inhabiting a lot more than usual. Home Furnishing has always played a pivotal role in turning around the décor. Of one’s home rather quickly and realizing a rising demand in the segment. Asian Paints rekindled its collaboration with one of India’s most celebrated designer. Sabyasachi, to launch a first of its kind range of designer home furnishings, under the brand Nilaya. Sabyasachi’s myriad inspirations for his first-ever home furnishing collection stem. From a variety of experiences – the skilfully painted fabrics born along the Coromandel coast; embroideries from an ancient world.

Asian Paints forays into the World of Furnishing

Well-remembered motifs and patterns that continue to enchant; old-world Calcutta with its fading luxury and the traditions of miniaturists from the colonial-era Murshidabad. The result is an uncommon and unforgettable journey of transformation, brought to life by five exquisite collections. Thar, Makhmal, Soofa, Hazaribagh and Chowk.
But Asian Paints’ foray into uncharted territory goes way beyond launching a designer collection. Asian Paints has joined hands with The Pure Concept. A leading premium furnishing brand, to foster a perfect collaboration to cement their way in the home furnishing industry.

Further..

To those familiar with the home furnishing industry in India, The Pure Concept is a well-known name. Co-Founded in 2012 by Chanya Kaur and Dalbir Singh, over the years. It has been nurturing into an internationally successful brand with quality. And creativity is the driving force behind producing unique furnishing fabrics for the home. As a result of the collaboration, its 2 quintessential brands, namely. Pure Fine Furnishing and The Pure Concept, have been rebranded to coexist with Royale and Nilaya respectively.

Two of the most loved brands from the Asian Paints’ stable denoting luxury and exclusivity. The collaboration entails Asian Paints managing the complete sales. And marketing of these ranges while The Pure Concept focuses on design and production.
Besides this, Asian Paints also launched a collection of its Ador range of fabrics. A collection of modern and contemporary products accessible to the budget-conscious consumer.
With this new launch, Asian Paints endeavours to go beyond designer wallpapers. Paints, kitchen and bath player, to be an integrated Home Décor player.

Commenting on the new launch and the partnership with The Pure Concept, Amit Syngle. Managing Director & CEO of Asian Paints says,

“Asian Paints has been always on the walls and has been working around so that it can now be between the walls and get into the share of space within the home. To this end, we had launched our own range of furniture, furnishings and decorative lights six months back. We wanted to further help the consumer make their dream homes come alive through a range of furnishings which are suited for various design preferences and give a wide variety of options to the customer.

The partnership with The Pure Concept gives us an opportunity to harness the design and quality standards of this great brand. As we aim to build a significant presence in this category, it’s our pleasure to renew our partnership with Sabyasachi to break new ground with designs which are classical yet timeless. Further, With this, we now have the widest variety of products in this segment with the quality and trust associated with Asian Paints.”
Moreover, There will be an assortment of 4 furnishing brands from Asian Paints across different price segments – Sabyasachi for Nilaya, The Pure Concept for Nilaya, PURE–Royale & Ador.
The new launch by Asian Paints will be available across all 15 cities where Beautiful Home stores are present and satellite towns along with all the nine markets where Beautiful Homes Service is available. This range will soon be available at select furnishing stores in your city.

Action Tesa launches ANTIVIRO

Action Tesa, manufacturers of MDF/HDHMR & Particle Boards in India, launches TESA Antiviro, an Antimicrobial Coating in Pre-Laminated Boards. TESA Antiviro pre-laminated boards are highly suitable in making of furniture items for any high public traffic areas. Such as hospitals, health & spa institutions, educational institutions, malls, airports and hotels. Tesa Antiviro products have been tested by Biotech Testing Services, Mumbai for antimicrobial activity against JIS Z 2801. Test method and for measurement of antiviral activity against test standard ISO 21702:2019, the result of which shows 99.99% Microbial kill. The entire range can be at www.actiontesa.com and all authorizing Action Tesa dealers across India.

The R&D team of Action TESA along with the technical expert from Europe. After rigorous tests and trials, developing TESA Antiviro pre-laminating surfaces which are antimicrobial and antivirus in nature. The TESA Antiviro pre-laminating surfaces are from Nanotechnology, in which nano-particles continuously release ions. Which is a self-defence mechanism for killing microbes like bacteria, viruses, fungus, etc. Owing to the electrostatic attraction these nanoparticles physically ruptures the cell wall. And cytoplasmic membrane of the microbes and viruses that come in contact with TESA Antiviro surfaces.

Further, The nanoparticles are effective throughout the life of the product. Usage of this Nano technology is increasing in medical science and also an alternative to antibiotics. Nanoparticles based – coating is also being use for coating in medical equipment.

Website: www.actiontesa.com

A Licensing Agreement Benetton x Timex India

Benetton, joined hands with Timex India, to introduce an exclusive line of watches in the Indian market. This one-of-a-kind collaboration is part of a licensing deal where Benetton India will be at the forefront of creative inspiration. Stemming from the brand’s DNA of colors and social, while Timex India will spearhead the overall designing, manufacturing and distribution. Slated to be in launch in the second quarter of the current financial year. The ‘Timewear’ collection will demonstrate the core brand ethos of both Benetton & Timex. The collection will bespeak contemporary designs, democratic price points and sustainable options, backed by high quality manufacturing. The product portfolio for men, women and kids will span across four key categories of Signature, Sport, Iconic. And most importantly Social, with an end to end sustainable collection.

The partnership which is exclusive to the Indian market, is a strategic business move for both Benetton and Timex. To deepen footprint and reach in the country.

About Benetton Group and United Colors of Benetton:

Benetton Group is one of the best-known fashion companies in the world, present in the most important markets with a network of over 4,400 stores and a workforce of over 7000 employees. A responsible group that plans for the future and lives in the present – with a watchful eye to the environment(sourcing 58% sustainable cotton), to human dignity, and to a society in transformation – the Group has a consolidated identity comprised of colour, authentic fashion, quality at democratic prices and passion for its work. These values are reflecting in the strong, dynamic personalities of the United Colors of Benetton and Sisley brands.

About Timex Group

Further, Timex Group designs, manufactures and markets innovative timepieces around the world. Timex Group is a privately-held company headquartered in Middlebury, Connecticut with multiple operating units and over 3,000 employees worldwide. As one of the largest watch makers in the world, Timex Group companies produce watches under a number of well-known brands, including Timex, Nautica, Guess, GC, Salvatore Ferragamo, Versace, Versus, Ted Baker, Missoni and Furla.