Komune: The Ultimate Destination for Emerging Fashion Brands
Looking for unique and one-of-a-kind fashion pieces? Look no further than Komune, the curated online and IRL boutique that brings emerging fashion brands straight to your fingertips. Created by passionate creatives for passionate creatives and fashion enthusiasts, Komune showcases innovative designers like Isa Boulder and Pearled Ivory.
But what sets Komune apart from other retailers? According to co-founder Alex Tao, it’s all about authenticity. “Authenticity shapes our store curation, events, and media,” says Tao. “We stock brands simply because we like them, host events purely for enjoyment, and create experimental videos to exercise our creativity – and our audience loves it.”
Shopify: Empowering Small Businesses to Succeed
As a smaller retailer, visibility is crucial for Komune to stay afloat amidst major players in the industry. That’s where Shopify comes in. With the help of this e-commerce platform, Komune can connect with new and curious audiences, organize inventory, and grow its presence.
Krink: Where Creativity Takes Center Stage
Krink is all about highlighting creativity. Originally an ink and paint marker company, Krink has evolved into an artists’ material brand and creative studio, providing a 360-degree, supportive approach to emerging artists. As an independent company, Krink relies on the power of connection – maintaining close relationships with its creative customers.
Founder Craig Costello explains, “Small businesses do not have the power of big business. We do not have the ability to buy everything we want. It’s mainly from our connection to customers that we succeed.” And with the help of Shopify, Krink can strengthen those connections and make purchasing easier than ever through the Shop app.
Mannahatta: Where Custom Meets Cool
Based in the heart of downtown NYC, Mannahatta is the go-to destination for custom hats and apparel. From reworking classic Yankees hats to putting their own spin on each piece, Mannahatta has built a close-knit community of fashion-forward individuals, even catching the attention of stars like Lil Baby and Offset. And with the help of Shopify, this community continues to grow and flourish.
Director Joe Hwang shares, “It was a big challenge for us to compete with people who offer proxy or third-party e-commerce sites. But by using Shopify, we are able to offer customers easy access to all the products we have in-store, making their experience easier and smoother.”
Funboy: Spreading Joy One Pool Floatie at a Time
Funboy is all about bringing joy from Venice Beach to the rest of the world. This summer essential brand offers pool floaties, beach towels, inflatables, and more – fueling the inner kid in all of us. Co-founder Blake Barrett explains, “As our company has grown and we’ve expanded from summer products into holiday decor and kids’ air beds, the common thread is creating products that bring people together to have fun.”
Funboy uses social media to foster connections with customers, but they also rely on Shopify to resolve the challenges that come with being an independent business owner. “Shopify has been the backbone of our e-commerce presence since day one,” says Barrett. “It’s the perfect platform for us to showcase our products and connect with our customers.”
