Agapi Clothing Opens First Physical Store in Irving, Texas, Ahead of Diwali

IRVING, Texas — October 11, 2026 — Agapi Clothing, a designer ethnic wear brand founded by two sisters, has opened its first physical retail store in Irving, Texas. The store, which began operations ahead of the Dussehra and Diwali festival season, offers traditional South Asian clothing for festivals, weddings, and family celebrations.

The company, which previously sold primarily online, serves customers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Its product line includes lehengas, sarees, anarkalis, and other garments made by artisans known as karigars, according to the company.

The opening comes as South Asian families across the United States prepare for Dussehra and Diwali, festivals that often involve purchasing new traditional clothing. For many families living abroad, such garments are a way to maintain cultural ties and pass traditions to younger generations, the company said.

“Every festival, we hear the same thing from our customers: putting on the outfit is the moment it finally feels like home, even thousands of miles away,” said Bipana Dhakal, founder of Agapi Clothing.

The Irving store allows customers to view and try on traditional clothing in person. Agapi said it plans to open additional physical retail locations, though it did not provide a timeline or specific markets.

Agapi Clothing was founded by two sisters with an interest in traditional textiles and Indian design. The company said its designs are produced by skilled artisans whose techniques have been passed down through generations.

About Agapi Clothing

Agapi Clothing is a designer ethnic wear brand based in Irving, Texas. Founded by two sisters, the company offers traditional South Asian clothing, including lehengas, sarees, anarkalis, and other garments for festivals, weddings, and special occasions. The brand focuses on traditional craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and modern designs.