16 September 2016 12:00 am
By Supun Dias
Premier men’s wear label, EKKO launched its online flagship store at a gala event recently held at the Hilton Poolside, which also saw the launch of a new range of casual outfits for the energetic youth.
EL Holdings, the designer, manufacturer and distributor of EKKO established in 2013 under the ownership of Lalantha and Erosha Watudura, was judged the industry ‘Best Brand’ at Mercedes Benz Fashion and Apparel Awards in 2015 and since then, EKKO has been making great strides with a dedicated following amongst both fashion-conscious Sri Lankan men.
The brainchild of Lalantha Watudura, who has an extensive knowledge of both the fashion and garment industry, spanning the United States, Far East, South Asia and Africa, EKKO is the culmination of his personal dream.
EL Holdings Chairman and Creative Director Lalantha Watudura said that soon EKKO would launch its formal line of clothing as well.
“Sine we entered the market, we have been able to make an impact especially on the youth and the industry as a whole. All of us needs to join hands to turn our island into a paradise for fashion. The ultimate goal should be making our beautiful island an export hub for fashion,” he added.
Amongst the speakers were Sri Lanka Design Festival Founder Linda Speldewinde, Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicle Sales Business Unit Manager Dinesh Gunaratne, Colombo Fashion Week President Ajal Vir Singh and Kapruka Founder and Chairman Dulith Herath.
With the launch of its flagship store, EKKO lets you experience the ease of online purchasing. Customers can now register themselves and subscribe to EKKO services on www.ekkomen.com and enjoy unlimited shopping. EKKO has partnered with Grasshoppers, a subsidiary of Kapruka, to facilitate the delivery service and collection of payments. The first online purchaser was Sri Lankan cricketer Dinesh Chandimal.
EKKO, comprising of men’s casual and smart casual shirts in cotton and linen, is designed under three labels: EKKO Premier, EKKO PLUS and EKKO. All fabric materials such as 100 percent Linen, Linen Cotton, 100 percent Cotton Dobbies, Chambrays, Yarn Dyed Checks, Linen Dobbies, Printed Fabrics, Oxfords and other Solids and are carefully developed, tested in certified labs, ordered and imported from reliable textile mills.
EKKO has a high demand amongst the discerning for its quality and value for money both locally and overseas. With the launch of its online flagship store, EKKO aims to broaden its distribution in Sri Lanka and enter overseas markets.