JEDDAH, 30 November 2005 -- MOSACO, the authorized sole distributor of Raymond products in the Kingdom, plans to open new and additional Raymond shops in all major towns and cities across Saudi Arabia.

"Each Raymond shop is especially designed to help its customers choose from ready-to-wear garments in an unhurried high-class shopping ambience," the spokesman for MOSACO told Arab News. "The Raymond shop is the first to introduce the 'total wardrobe' concept," he added.

Since 1925, Raymond remains the world's largest manufacturer of worsted suiting fabrics in fine grade wool, in the same league as the finest Europe has to offer.

Raymond fabrics range includes pure wools, wool blended with exotic fibers like camel hair, cashmere and angora and innovative blends of wool with polyester, linen and silk.

Raymond is offering suiting and trousering fabrics for all occasions and needs. "No wonder, premium labels from the world's fashion capitals choose to buy from Raymond," he said. Raymond produces pure wool in ultra fine suiting fabric in the Super 200s and 220s category. It introduced natural stretch worsted suiting, machine washable all wool and wool blended suiting with a variety of finishes to offer total easy-care and stain proof fabric.

The three Raymond shops, in Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam, are franchised by MOSACO, with Mohammed Saied M. Ali Malibari as its managing director. They plan to open more Raymond outlets. MOSACO will add one more store in Alkhobar soon.

Raymond's impeccable range of formals, Park Avenue and Manzoni, from their own design studio, in seasonal designs and styles are specially tailored. Park Avenue -- the proud recipient of the "Most Admired Brand" and "Most Admired Trouser Brand" awards, and Park Avenue formal readymade garments and accessories are "just perfect for the upwardly mobile corporate achievers." Manzoni -- truly luxurious range of men's shirts, jackets, suits and ties -- is acknowledged for its high quality and international styling.

Today, the corporate world has got a little less formal. The workplace is no longer just black, white and gray. A dash of color is welcome. Raymond has evolved to meet these needs with smart casuals from ColorPlus and Parx. When the time comes to assert your individuality at the workplace or when you need to dress easy on a business trip or while holidaying, the casuals and semi-formals show you the way. ColorPlus, one of the most premium casual wear brands, uses high quality fabrics in natural fibers like cotton and linen in exclusive patterns. Parx is available in semi-formals and casuals. Its range of cottons and denim wear cater to the smart, fashionable and comfortable segment.

© Arab News 2005