Maria B

Maria B
Company typePrivate
IndustryRetail
Founded1999; 26 years ago (1999)
FounderMaria Butt
Headquarters
Lahore
,
Pakistan
Number of locations
20 (2019)
Area served
Pakistan
Key people
Maria Butt (CEO)
ProductsClothing, accessories
OwnerMaria Butt
Number of employees
860 (2024)
Websitemariab.pk

Maria B, stylized as Maria.B., is a Pakistani clothing and accessories brand based in Lahore. It was founded by Maria Butt.[1][2] It is based in Lahore, Pakistan. It has outlets all over the country.[3]

History

Maria B was founded by in 1999 in Lahore by Maria Butt, a graduate of the Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design.[4]

Collections

Swarovski pret collection

In 2016, Maria B became the first designer in Pakistan who incorporated the Austrian-based global leader of crystals Swarovski in their embroidered, chiffon and lawn collections.[5] They signed their deal in 2014 with the Austrian giant.[5]

The collection was launched on 27 August 2016.[5]

Other Specialities

Maria B is known for the following lines:[5]

  • Mkids
  • MPrints
  • Evening Wear
  • Lawn
  • Linen
  • MBasics
  • Mbroidered
  • Maria B Jewellery
  • Maria B Perfumes
  • Sateen
  • Silk
  • Eid Lawn
  • Casuals
  • Couture
  • Bridals

References

  1. ^ Abdul Ghani, Jawaid (March 6, 2010). "Maria B. Designs (Pvt.) Lt". Asian Journal of Management Cases. 7 (1): 89–102. doi:10.1177/097282011000700107 – via CrossRef.
  2. ^ "MBroidered: The latest from Maria B - The Express Tribune". 28 February 2014.
  3. ^ "Maria B goes regal at the London Fashion Parade - The Express Tribune". 14 February 2017.
  4. ^ Isani, Aamna Haider. "A crystal clear vision for global expansion". The News International.
  5. ^ a b c d "Maria B to launch Pakistan's first-ever Swarovski prêt collection - The Express Tribune". 24 August 2016.