Zola India

Zola India

Retailer of handcrafted Indian jewellery

Founded

2014

Headquarters

Chennai (India)

Status

Seed

Company Details

Zola India is a contemporary fashion and lifestyle brand that bridges traditional Indian craftsmanship with modern design sensibilities. The company is recognized for its commitment to empowering rural and folk artisans, providing them a platform to express their heritage through wearable art and unique jewellery collections. Zola’s philosophy centers on authenticity, quality and responsible production, with a focus on sustainable materials and mindful design.

Core Products and Services

  • Handcrafted Jewellery: Dhokra, Pattachitra, Toda embroidery, Bidri, leather puppetry.

  • Wearable Art: Limited-edition collections blending traditional crafts with modern design.

  • Custom Design Services: Bespoke jewellery for special occasions.

  • Artisan Workshops: Design interventions and skill development for artisans.

  • Omnichannel Retail: Products available via website, exhibitions and multi-brand outlets.

 Business Model & Revenue Streams

  • Direct Product Sales: Primary revenue from online and offline retail.

  • B2B Wholesale & Exhibitions: Additional income through bulk orders and event sales.

  • Customization Fees: Premium charges for personalized products.

  • Revenue Mix: Direct sales contribute 70%+ of total revenue.

  • Customer Segments: Mainly B2C (urban women 18–40); B2B via retail partners and gifting.

  • Distribution: Products retailed in 20+ stores, shipped to 15+ countries.

Top Clients & Partnerships

  • Retail Partners: Leading multi-brand stores and e-commerce platforms.

  • Artisan Collaborations: Partnerships with craft clusters across India.

  • International Presence: Sales in USA, Europe, UAE, China, Japan, Australia.

  • Diversified Client Portfolio: No single client dominates revenue.

  • Corporate/Event Gifting: Custom orders for events and global exhibitions.

Future Outlook & Strategic Priorities

  • Market Expansion: Targeting tier-2 cities and international growth.

  • New Collaborations: Launching collections with emerging artisan groups.

  • Digital Focus: Strengthening digital marketing and influencer outreach.

  • Risk Management: Addressing regulatory, economic and competitive challenges.

  • Growth Targets: Double-digit revenue growth in FY25, deeper artisan engagement, investment in innovation and omnichannel expansion.

Key People

Gina Joseph

Key Metrics

Total Equity Funding

$29.4 K

No. of Funding Rounds

2

Latest Funding Round

$29.4 K, Seed

as of June 26, 2018

Post Money Valuation

$408 K

as of June 26, 2018

Funding Multiple

13.88×

as of June 26, 2018

Investors

The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center

and 2 more

Employee Count

1

Similar Companies

Littlebox India

Exit Details

-

All Funding Rounds

DateRound NameAmountValuationRevenueRevenue Multiple
Investors
June 26, 2018Seed$29.4 K$408.0 K--KIIT Technology Business Incubator

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