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How D2C Brand Japam Wants To Shake Up India’s Spiritual Products Market
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Japam is a D2C brand that sells spiritual jewelry and ornaments in India. Founded in 2022, Japam has expanded its product portfolio to include gold-plated bracelets, necklaces, idols, and home decor items. The startup has served over 300,000 customers and generates over INR 30 crore in annual revenue. Japam aims to disrupt the traditional market by offering unique designs, authentic Rudraksha products, and leveraging micro-influencers for promotion. The company is looking to expand its online presence through listing on various e-commerce platforms, with plans to enter the offline market in the future. Japam is also in talks with investors for a seed funding round of INR 12 crore.
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ICON Wants To Make A Dent In India’s Luggage And Bags Industry
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
ICON, a direct-to-consumer (D2C) luggage and bags brand, aims to address the innovation gaps in the Indian market. The brand is targeting the growing D2C wave in India, which has been impacting legacy brands like VIP Industries. VIP Industries, with its long-standing legacy, is losing market share to new and innovative brands. ICON aims to offer unique and functional designs, inspired by global brands like Louis Vuitton. Positioned in the mass premium segment, ICON's products range from INR 4,000 to INR 10,000. The brand focuses on gathering customer feedback to continuously improve its products.
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Spiritual lifestyle brand Divine Hindu raises seed round
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19d ago
Medial
Spiritual lifestyle brand Divine Hindu has raised Rs 1.56 crore in a seed funding round from BeyondSeed, D2C Insider Super Angels, and Signal Ventures. The proceeds will be utilized for brand growth in India and overseas, offer more spiritual products, and build an online community around Hindu traditions, Divine Hindu said in a press release. Co-founded by Aniruddha Singhai and Anurodh Singhai, Divine Hindu offers certified devotional and spiritual products, including Rudraksha, Tulsi, Karungali, sandalwood, agarbatti, brass idols, puja kits, sacred jewellery, gemstones, and religious books. Each item is selected to honor ritual purity, support traditional artisans, and provide beautifully made spiritual products that people can trust. Divine Hindu aims to expand all over India through e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Blinkit, Zepto & Instamart. The brand also plans to start selling products internationally, initially through Amazon Global, to places like the US, UK, UAE, and Canada. It is also preparing new product launches such as curated puja kits and spiritual wearables.
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Mamaearth ranks as India’s 3rd largest skincare brand: Euromonitor
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9m ago
Medial
D2C brand Mamaearth announced on Thursday that it has been ranked as the 3rd largest skincare brand in India, as per Euromonitor International. The Gurugram-based company also rose to the 9th spot among India’s top beauty and personal care brands, up from 13th last year. The latest Euromonitor report highlights the growing impact of direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands, with Mamaearth, under Honasa Consumer Ltd., gaining considerable market share. Honasa Consumer’s second brand, The Derma Co., has entered the top 20 skincare brands in India, emerging as the largest active-based skincare brand in the country. Varun Alagh, co-founder and CEO of Honasa Consumer, attributed this success to the company’s commitment to natural, toxin-free products and the trust of Indian consumers. Honasa Consumer’s expanding portfolio now includes brands like Aqualogica, Dr. Sheth’s, and BBlunt, catering to the evolving needs of Indian consumers. Mamaearth, Honasa’s flagship brand, reported a 17.6% quarter-on-quarter revenue increase, reaching Rs 554 crore—its most profitable quarter to date, with a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 40 crore. Last month, early investors divested shares worth Rs 1,600 crore ($190 million) in the company.
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112 D2C brands that are disrupting India’s consumer market
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
India’s direct-to-consumer (D2C) market, which is likely to reach a size of $100 billion by 2025, has grown exponentially in the last few years. Several factors including the covid pandemic, higher internet penetration, growth of digital infrastructure and rise in the number of millennials, among others, have shored up the D2C brands.
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This hotel chain doubles down on spiritual tourism, luxury & metro hubs
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4m ago
Medial
Sarovar Hotels & Resorts is expanding in India’s hospitality sector, targeting premium business hubs, leisure, and spiritual tourism. Operating 136 hotels, the company plans to add 16-20 properties this year, including international locations. Sarovar is experiencing double-digit growth, with a significant focus on spiritual destinations. The company is repositioning its Golden Tulip brand and considering introducing the upscale Royal Tulip to India, while seeking government support for hotel investments due to high costs and long return timelines.
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How Nestasia Aims To Become The Go-To Brand For All Home Decor Needs
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
The Indian home decor industry is experiencing a shift towards direct-to-consumer (D2C) models. Previously, purchasing home furnishings meant shopping offline or buying local products. However, the growth of digital channels has transformed the market. One D2C brand in particular generates the majority of its sales through online channels, with only a small portion coming from its physical stores. The brand focuses on providing high-quality and well-designed products to attract customers. By engaging with their audience through social media and offering DIY projects, the brand has successfully built a strong online presence. Additionally, the brand has expanded its product categories to include kitchen items, which now contribute significantly to its revenue. With plans for increased scale and efficiency, the brand aims to achieve profitability by 2025.
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What’s fuelling India’s $100 billion D2C revolution?
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1m ago
Medial
India’s Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) market is surging toward $100 billion by 2025, driven by digital adoption and demand for personalised, ethical products. Popular brands like House Of EM5, MasterChow, and NewMe are reshaping retail by selling directly online. Millennials and Gen Z are fuelling this growth, especially in Tier 2–3 cities with improved digital access.
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How D2C Brand eské Is Taking On Aldo & Ilk With Its “Less Is More” Strategy
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Indian D2C brand Eské is carving a niche in the $3.7 billion handbag market by offering durable and sustainable luxury products at affordable prices. Many luxury brands manufacture their products at a fraction of their retail costs, leading to inflated prices for consumers. Eské aims to provide long-lasting and luxurious products designed for the long term, offering a competitive advantage with its in-house manufacturing. While still building its presence in India, Eské has garnered strong brand loyalty from customers who appreciate the quality and affordability of its products.
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Roll-up commerce startup 10club appoints Kavitha Rao as COO & cofounder
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Direct-to-consumer (D2C) startup 10club has appointed Kavitha Rao as its new Chief Operating Officer. Previously a roll-up commerce company, 10club pivoted into a D2C brand in October 2021. The company now operates as a single brand selling its own products online and offline. Rao will be responsible for retail operations, category roadmap, and day-to-day operations. 10club aims to open its first physical store in the first half of FY25 and reach an annualized revenue run rate of INR 100 crore by March 2023. The company was looking to raise $30 million in funding as of June 2022.
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Astroyogi expands into retail with launch of ‘Yogii’
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4m ago
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Astroyogi expands into retail with the launch of ‘Yogii’ Astrology and wellness platform Astroyogi has announced its strategic expansion into the retail sector with the launch of 'Yogii by Astroyogi'. This latest addition to its brand portfolio aims to address the critical need for authenticated spiritual products in a traditionally unorganized and unregulated market. According to Astroyogi, this initiative marks a significant step toward introducing structure, reliability, and quality assurance to the industry. The launch seeks to eliminate the widespread issue of counterfeit and low-quality products flooding the market. Yogii by Astroyogi directly tackles these concerns by implementing rigorous verification processes and quality standards previously absent in this fragmented sector. Market research estimates the astro-spiritual products market to be valued at over ₹60 billion. Astroyogi states that its collection includes ethically sourced Rudraksha beads and malas, directly obtained from Nepal and Indonesia. Each piece comes with a guarantee certificate verifying its origin, type, and energy properties, ensuring both authenticity and effectiveness. The brand also offers a diverse selection of healing crystals, available in various forms such as bracelets, pyramids, and raw stones, designed for precise energy balancing and healing. Additionally, Yogii presents an eco-friendly range of puja products, including premium natural agarbatti, sambrani, dhoop, and traditional puja oils. The company claims that each Yogii product undergoes a multi-tiered quality verification protocol developed by spiritual experts and traditional practitioners. Beyond retail excellence, Yogii introduces the Karma and Destiny Initiative, wherein a significant portion of every sale supports the education of underprivileged children in rural India. This program embodies the brand’s commitment to merging spiritual well-being with social responsibility, creating a cycle of positive energy that benefits both practitioners and communities in need. Astroyogi’s revenue from operations grew to Rs 84.3 crore in FY24 from Rs 66.7 crore in FY23, reflecting a 26.3% year-on-year increase while maintaining strong unit economics. Astroyogi states that it serves over 3 million global users with a network of more than 5,000 verified professionals offering services in over 11 languages.
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