Connatre is where timeless craftsmanship meets innovative design. Our exclusive footwear, crafted from sustainable cork, redefines luxury with a commitment to longevity and environmental responsibility. Each pair is a testament to meticulous artistry, made to endure and be cherished. At Connatre, we don't just create footwear; we create lasting legacies. "Own it" embodies our belief in quality, reativity, and exclusivity—footwear that is as unique and enduring as the individuals who wear it.
Startup Description
We want to build the best footwear globally that replaces plastic as it's core component.
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Business Model
The ethos of our brand is exclusivity and craftsmanship. In the world of quick commerce, we want to build a D2C brand that has exclusivity as its biggest differentiator.
Channels of distribution
1. Own Website
2. EBOs
3. Events
Customers
based in
India, Europe, Middle East & North Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, North America, Australia & New Zealand (Oceania)
Business
Modal Type
Marketplace
Type of
Sales
B2B, B2C
Competitors
Birkenstock:
* Birkenstock is a well-established brand known for its comfort-focused sandals made from cork and other natural materials.
* Birkenstock, owned by L Catterton and the family of founder Birkenstock, reported significant growth. In 2021, Birkenstock’s revenue was approximately €1.5 billion. The brand is estimated to have a market share of around 10% in the global footwear market.
Naot Footwear:
* Naot specializes in sandals that combine natural cork and latex footbeds with high-quality leather. The brand is known for its comfort and orthopedic features.
* While specific revenue figures are not publicly disclosed, Naot Footwear is recognized as a significant player in the premium comfort footwear segment, with a strong presence in the U.S. and international markets
Earth Shoes:
* Earth Shoes offers a range of eco-friendly footwear, including sandals with cork footbeds. The brand focuses on combining comfort, style, and sustainability
* Earth Shoes, a subsidiary of Earth Brands, has seen steady growth in recent years. Earth Brands' estimated revenue is around $300 million, with Earth Shoes contributing a significant portion of this figure.
Teams
Prashanth Nair
Founder and CEO
Tell us a bit about how founding team knows
each other.
I am a solo founder. Worked directly with founders like Ashneer Grover and Surender Bhagat in scaling their startups in the D2C space.
Why did you decide to start this
company?
I couldn't find any good footwear that doesn't have plastic and can take the shape of my feet. Hence Connatre.
Are all the founders full-time on this
project?
Yes
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