Goa, August 9, 2008: Reid & Taylor (India) Limited, the luxury menswear brand and the name synonymous with styling the world's elite for over 170 years showcased up to 300 Scotland made fabrics of Reid & Taylor to 250 leading retailers and wholesalers from across the country at ‘Finer Counts 2008’, at Hotel Radisson, Goa. Beginning on the 9th, the four day conference will conclude on 12th August.

The four day conference was inaugurated by Mr. Nitin S. Kasliwal, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, SKNL Group.

Reid & Taylor Scotland will exhibit the finest Suiting Fabrics at the conference. From Super 120's New Merino Wool, Super 120's Merino Wool with Kid Mohair, Super 150's, Super 180's Extra fine New Wool to Escorial Wool, Jacketing Fabrics, and 100% Lamb’s Wool and Double Brushed Cloth Jacketing, Harris Type Tweeds will be on display for the retailers and wholesalers. The price ranges from Rs. 3, 500/- per meter Rs. 6.00 lacs a suit piece.

Besides the Scotland made fabrics, some of the finest varieties produced by Reid & Taylor, Mysore in Wool Cotton, Wool Acetate, Wool Silk and Wool Cashmere will also be on display. The collection ranges from Rs. 5,000/- per meter to Rs. 12,500/- per meter, Pure Cashmere is priced at Rs. 90, 000/- a suit.

Reid & Taylor recently tied up with Australian Wool Company and has acquired worldwide rights for a ‘Superfine Coolmeina Wool’, the rarest wool in the World. The unique quality of this fiber is that it entraps air and provides cooling effect during summer and warmth during winter to the wearer by maintaining body temperature. This rare wool is available in limited quantity and will be on display at the conference.

About Reid & Taylor India Ltd:
Reid & Taylor (India) Ltd., a subsidiary of SKNL is synonymous with British tradition and has been styling the world's elite for over 170 years. Ever since, Reid & Taylor continues the journey to create the finest fabric passionately and has thus carved out a distinguished name for itself in the industry.

Reid & Taylor was launched by SKNL in India in 1998 with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art fabric plant at Mysore. The discerning consumers in India now can experience international-quality garments in their own cities and towns. Today, Reid & Taylor has emerged as a leading brand in the worsted segment with sales turnover of Rs. 2200 million and a market share of 18 %, propelling the brand to grow at a rapid rate of 25% p.a.

For further information, please contact:
Ritika Verma Neena Naik
Vice President
SKNL
98204 32757
ritika.verma@skumars.co.in