2018
Ludhiana (India)
Seed
Burger Bae is a Ludhiana-based, youth-driven streetwear and lifestyle fashion brand Originally launched as a social media agency, Burger Bae quickly pivoted into fashion after viral Instagram posts on streetwear led to overwhelming demand. The brand now operates at the intersection of digital culture and fast fashion, catering to India’s Gen Z and millennial consumers (ages 16–35) with a focus on trend-driven, community-inspired, and sustainable streetwear.
Streetwear Apparel: T-shirts, hoodies, co-ord sets, tops, jeans, skirts, tank tops, sweatshirts, and more for men and women.
Accessories: Shades, bags, masks, and upcoming fragrance-infused apparel.
Community-Driven Collections: Designs sourced from customer and influencer feedback, often crowd-sourced via Instagram DMs.
Limited-Edition Drops: Fast turnaround from concept to launch (often within 48 hours), ensuring exclusivity and freshness.
Sustainable Manufacturing: In-house production in Ludhiana, ethical supply chains, and water recycling practices.
Customer-Led Design: No in-house designers; trends are sourced directly from the brand’s active social media community, making customers and influencers part of the creative process.
Speed-to-Market: Ability to replicate and launch trending designs within 1–2 days, leveraging proximity to export hubs and agile manufacturing.
Community Engagement: Strong Instagram presence (267,000+ followers), user-generated content, and pop-up exhibitions drive brand loyalty and organic growth.
Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) Online Sales: Primary sales via Instagram and the official website (burgerbaeclothing.com), leveraging influencer marketing and viral content for customer acquisition.
B2B Partnerships & Pop-Ups: Collaborations with creators (via HYPD) and pop-up events in urban centers for brand exposure and sales.
Limited-Edition Drops: Frequent, small-batch releases based on trending designs, driving urgency and repeat purchases.
Accessories & New Categories: Expansion into bags, masks, and fragrance-infused apparel to increase basket size and brand stickiness.
Debt Financing for Growth: Strategic use of short-term debt to fund working capital and expansion, with a focus on rapid repayment and financial discipline.
B2C: Gen Z and millennial consumers (16–35 years), digitally active, fashion-forward, and community-oriented.
B2B/Creators: Collaborations with influencers and content creators for co-branded collections and social commerce.
Digital-First Expansion: Continued focus on Instagram and website as primary sales channels, with upcoming launches in the US and UK markets.
Offline Retail & Pop-Ups: Plans to enter offline retail, starting with Delhi-NCR, and quick commerce to meet instant demand.
Creator-Led Sub-Brands: Launching sub-brands under BXB SOCIALS, empowering creators to become entrepreneurs within the Burger Bae ecosystem.
Product Innovation: Introduction of new categories (e.g., fragrance-infused apparel) and accessories to diversify offerings.
Community Engagement: Leveraging user-generated content and influencer partnerships to drive organic growth and brand loyalty.
$228 K
1
$228 K, Seed
as of February 7, 2025
$1.2 Million
as of February 11, 2025
5.2
as of February 11, 2025
Shark Tank
31
Mainstreet
N/A
Date | Round Name | Amount | Valuation | Revenue | Revenue Multiple | Investors |
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February 7, 2025 | Seed | $228 K | $1.2 Million | - | - | Shark Tank |