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    OUR BRAND & TRUSTED BY

    Building With

    the
    Best

    in Fashion

    D2D is trusted by leading brands and partners across the fashion industry. Our network empowers founders to launch, scale, and transform with confidence—backed by the world's most respected names.

    Industry Leaders
    Trusted Network
    Apex
    Zara
    Louis Vuitton
    Myntra
    Reliance
    Aditya Birla
    EXPERT-LED LEARNING

    Turn Your Fashion Dream

    Into a
    Real Brand

    Without Doing the Heavy Lifting

    At Apex FashionLab, we don't give advice — we build brands. From scratch. End-to-end. You bring the vision, we handle everything else — from brand strategy and sampling to manufacturing, website, and market launch. Done with you. Done for you.

    Industry Experts
    Personal Mentorship
    Satyanarayana Sheshagiri

    Satyanarayana Sheshagiri

    Director

    Retail Strategy

    Fashion Business StrategyRetail ExpansionManufacturing
    Sheshagiri Industries Pvt. Ltd
    Veeresh

    Veeresh

    CEO & Founder

    Investor Relations

    Fashion Startup FundingDigital GrowthBusiness Development
    FashTech Ventures
    Ramesh

    Ramesh

    Auditor/ Financial Consultant

    Finance

    FinanceFundingSocial Commerce
    Nykaa Fashion
    Ramakrishna

    Ramakrishna

    General Director & Entrepreneur

    Operations

    Brand BuildingSustainable Fashion BusinessInternational Expansion
    Landmark Group
    Anukul Nitin Narkhede

    Anukul Nitin Narkhede

    Senior Manager, PW Institute of Innovation

    Education & Innovation Management

    Curriculum DevelopmentOperational StrategyStudent‑Centric Innovation
    PW Institute of Innovation (PhysicsWallah IOI)
    Dr. Sapna B. Nibsaiya

    Dr. Sapna B. Nibsaiya

    Head of Academic Strategy & Professor

    Academic Leadership

    Academic StrategyBrand Equity ResearchHigher Education
    School of Management – Institute of Innovation
    Prakash Nimbalkar

    Prakash Nimbalkar

    Marketing Consultant | GTM Advisor | Startup Mentor

    Startup Growth & Marketing Strategy

    Go‑to‑Market StrategyBrand DevelopmentStartup Mentoring
    Aurone Ventures (Venture Partner); Consultant @ PW Institute of Innovation; Visiting Faculty
    Siddharth Negi

    Siddharth Negi

    Founder & CEO

    Digital Strategy & Tech Innovation

    Digital MarketingWeb DevelopmentPython Programming
    Blulink Marketing
    Ramesh Gunasekaran

    Ramesh Gunasekaran

    Sourcing Manager

    Fabric Sourcing & Supply Chain

    Fabric SourcingVendor ManagementProduction Planning
    Studio Earth
    M Yusuf

    M Yusuf

    Former Production Lead

    High-Volume Garment Manufacturing

    Mass ProductionVendor OnboardingQuality Assurance
    Myntra
    Suresh

    Suresh

    Head of Operations

    Leadership & Production Strategy

    LeadershipProduction ManagementTeam Building
    Goodwill India Pvt. Ltd.
    Venkat Subramaniam

    Venkat Subramaniam

    Chief Sourcing Officer

    Global Sourcing & Supply Chain Strategy

    SourcingSupply Chain ManagementVendor Development
    The Bear House
    Sandeep Kataria

    Sandeep Kataria

    Performance Marketing Expert

    Paid Media Strategy & D2C Scaling

    Meta AdsGoogle AdsMedia Planning
    Independent Consultant
    Deepanshu

    Deepanshu

    Mass Marketing Strategist

    Mass Market Branding & Campaigns

    Mass Market CampaignsBrand StrategyInfluencer Marketing
    Independent Consultant
    Girish Avi

    Girish Avi

    Head of B2B Projects

    Export Strategy & B2B Market Expansion

    B2B SalesExport StrategySourcing
    Global Sourcing Tech
    Raj Mehta

    Raj Mehta

    Designer

    Fashion Design & Export-Focused Development

    Apparel DesignExport House DesignTrend Forecasting
    Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Ltd.
    Shantala

    Shantala

    Independent Fashion Designer

    Designer Collaborations & Fashion Aesthetics

    Fashion DesignStylingBrand Collaborations
    Multi-Designer Collaborations
    Satyanarayana Sheshagiri

    Satyanarayana Sheshagiri

    Director

    Retail Strategy

    Fashion Business StrategyRetail ExpansionManufacturing
    Sheshagiri Industries Pvt. Ltd
    Veeresh

    Veeresh

    CEO & Founder

    Investor Relations

    Fashion Startup FundingDigital GrowthBusiness Development
    FashTech Ventures
    Ramesh

    Ramesh

    Auditor/ Financial Consultant

    Finance

    FinanceFundingSocial Commerce
    Nykaa Fashion
    Ramakrishna

    Ramakrishna

    General Director & Entrepreneur

    Operations

    Brand BuildingSustainable Fashion BusinessInternational Expansion
    Landmark Group
    Anukul Nitin Narkhede

    Anukul Nitin Narkhede

    Senior Manager, PW Institute of Innovation

    Education & Innovation Management

    Curriculum DevelopmentOperational StrategyStudent‑Centric Innovation
    PW Institute of Innovation (PhysicsWallah IOI)
    Dr. Sapna B. Nibsaiya

    Dr. Sapna B. Nibsaiya

    Head of Academic Strategy & Professor

    Academic Leadership

    Academic StrategyBrand Equity ResearchHigher Education
    School of Management – Institute of Innovation
    Prakash Nimbalkar

    Prakash Nimbalkar

    Marketing Consultant | GTM Advisor | Startup Mentor

    Startup Growth & Marketing Strategy

    Go‑to‑Market StrategyBrand DevelopmentStartup Mentoring
    Aurone Ventures (Venture Partner); Consultant @ PW Institute of Innovation; Visiting Faculty
    Siddharth Negi

    Siddharth Negi

    Founder & CEO

    Digital Strategy & Tech Innovation

    Digital MarketingWeb DevelopmentPython Programming
    Blulink Marketing
    Ramesh Gunasekaran

    Ramesh Gunasekaran

    Sourcing Manager

    Fabric Sourcing & Supply Chain

    Fabric SourcingVendor ManagementProduction Planning
    Studio Earth
    M Yusuf

    M Yusuf

    Former Production Lead

    High-Volume Garment Manufacturing

    Mass ProductionVendor OnboardingQuality Assurance
    Myntra
    Suresh

    Suresh

    Head of Operations

    Leadership & Production Strategy

    LeadershipProduction ManagementTeam Building
    Goodwill India Pvt. Ltd.
    Venkat Subramaniam

    Venkat Subramaniam

    Chief Sourcing Officer

    Global Sourcing & Supply Chain Strategy

    SourcingSupply Chain ManagementVendor Development
    The Bear House
    Sandeep Kataria

    Sandeep Kataria

    Performance Marketing Expert

    Paid Media Strategy & D2C Scaling

    Meta AdsGoogle AdsMedia Planning
    Independent Consultant
    Deepanshu

    Deepanshu

    Mass Marketing Strategist

    Mass Market Branding & Campaigns

    Mass Market CampaignsBrand StrategyInfluencer Marketing
    Independent Consultant
    Girish Avi

    Girish Avi

    Head of B2B Projects

    Export Strategy & B2B Market Expansion

    B2B SalesExport StrategySourcing
    Global Sourcing Tech
    Raj Mehta

    Raj Mehta

    Designer

    Fashion Design & Export-Focused Development

    Apparel DesignExport House DesignTrend Forecasting
    Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Ltd.
    Shantala

    Shantala

    Independent Fashion Designer

    Designer Collaborations & Fashion Aesthetics

    Fashion DesignStylingBrand Collaborations
    Multi-Designer Collaborations
    Satyanarayana Sheshagiri

    Satyanarayana Sheshagiri

    Director

    Retail Strategy

    Fashion Business StrategyRetail ExpansionManufacturing
    Sheshagiri Industries Pvt. Ltd
    Veeresh

    Veeresh

    CEO & Founder

    Investor Relations

    Fashion Startup FundingDigital GrowthBusiness Development
    FashTech Ventures
    Ramesh

    Ramesh

    Auditor/ Financial Consultant

    Finance

    FinanceFundingSocial Commerce
    Nykaa Fashion
    Ramakrishna

    Ramakrishna

    General Director & Entrepreneur

    Operations

    Brand BuildingSustainable Fashion BusinessInternational Expansion
    Landmark Group
    Anukul Nitin Narkhede

    Anukul Nitin Narkhede

    Senior Manager, PW Institute of Innovation

    Education & Innovation Management

    Curriculum DevelopmentOperational StrategyStudent‑Centric Innovation
    PW Institute of Innovation (PhysicsWallah IOI)
    Dr. Sapna B. Nibsaiya

    Dr. Sapna B. Nibsaiya

    Head of Academic Strategy & Professor

    Academic Leadership

    Academic StrategyBrand Equity ResearchHigher Education
    School of Management – Institute of Innovation
    Prakash Nimbalkar

    Prakash Nimbalkar

    Marketing Consultant | GTM Advisor | Startup Mentor

    Startup Growth & Marketing Strategy

    Go‑to‑Market StrategyBrand DevelopmentStartup Mentoring
    Aurone Ventures (Venture Partner); Consultant @ PW Institute of Innovation; Visiting Faculty
    Siddharth Negi

    Siddharth Negi

    Founder & CEO

    Digital Strategy & Tech Innovation

    Digital MarketingWeb DevelopmentPython Programming
    Blulink Marketing
    Ramesh Gunasekaran

    Ramesh Gunasekaran

    Sourcing Manager

    Fabric Sourcing & Supply Chain

    Fabric SourcingVendor ManagementProduction Planning
    Studio Earth
    M Yusuf

    M Yusuf

    Former Production Lead

    High-Volume Garment Manufacturing

    Mass ProductionVendor OnboardingQuality Assurance
    Myntra
    Suresh

    Suresh

    Head of Operations

    Leadership & Production Strategy

    LeadershipProduction ManagementTeam Building
    Goodwill India Pvt. Ltd.
    Venkat Subramaniam

    Venkat Subramaniam

    Chief Sourcing Officer

    Global Sourcing & Supply Chain Strategy

    SourcingSupply Chain ManagementVendor Development
    The Bear House
    Sandeep Kataria

    Sandeep Kataria

    Performance Marketing Expert

    Paid Media Strategy & D2C Scaling

    Meta AdsGoogle AdsMedia Planning
    Independent Consultant
    Deepanshu

    Deepanshu

    Mass Marketing Strategist

    Mass Market Branding & Campaigns

    Mass Market CampaignsBrand StrategyInfluencer Marketing
    Independent Consultant
    Girish Avi

    Girish Avi

    Head of B2B Projects

    Export Strategy & B2B Market Expansion

    B2B SalesExport StrategySourcing
    Global Sourcing Tech
    Raj Mehta

    Raj Mehta

    Designer

    Fashion Design & Export-Focused Development

    Apparel DesignExport House DesignTrend Forecasting
    Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Ltd.
    Shantala

    Shantala

    Independent Fashion Designer

    Designer Collaborations & Fashion Aesthetics

    Fashion DesignStylingBrand Collaborations
    Multi-Designer Collaborations
    WHO IT'S FOR

    For Founders Who

    Don't Want to
    Waste Time

    on Operations

    Whether you're a creator, influencer, entrepreneur, or a working professional with a fashion dream — we take care of the entire journey.

    Fashion Founders and Creators

    Streetwear & Minimalist

    Want to start a streetwear or minimalist label? We handle everything from concept to market launch.

    Loungewear & Ethnic Fusion

    Have a unique idea in loungewear, ethnic, or fusion? We bring your vision to life with expert craftsmanship.

    D2C Brand Building

    Want to build a D2C brand but don't know production or logistics? We handle the entire operational journey.

    EVERYTHING WE HANDLE

    End-to-End Fashion

    Brand Building

    From brand strategy to market launch, we handle every aspect of building your fashion business. You focus on the vision, we handle the execution.

    Brand Discovery & Strategy

    We begin with you — your brand DNA, vision, positioning, and what makes you stand out.

    Target audience & category research
    Market positioning framework
    Moodboard, vibe, and storytelling clarity
    INCLUDED

    Product Design & Development

    From sketch to sample, our team handles concept-to-creation.

    Fabric sourcing & guidance
    Pattern making & prototyping
    Design revisions & fit approvals
    Tech packs & material BOM
    Sketch to Sample
    Complete development cycle

    Manufacturing Access

    Use our in-house unit or partner network for smooth, high-quality production.

    30 pcs
    MOQ
    minimum order
    100%
    Quality
    control assured
    On-time
    Delivery
    logistics handled
    In-House + Partners

    Legal & Business Setup

    We'll set up everything so your brand is legally ready.

    Brand Registration
    GST, MSME Setup
    Company Formation
    Trademark & Invoicing
    Legally Ready

    Branding & Website

    We create your digital and physical identity.

    Brand Identity

    Logo design
    Brand book
    Packaging design

    Digital Presence

    Shopify store
    Payment gateway
    Mobile optimization

    Visual Content

    Photoshoot
    Catalog design
    Social media assets
    Complete Digital & Physical Identity

    Launch & Scale Support

    We help you launch the right way — with guidance & access.

    Pre-Launch
    Go-to-market plan
    Marketing strategy
    Community access
    Launch
    Campaign execution
    Mentor guidance
    Performance tracking
    Scale
    Growth optimization
    Advanced analytics
    Network expansion
    Launch The Right Way

    Founder's Vision

    "Fashion is the art of turning ideas into reality. At Apex Fashion Lab, we empower you to make that transformation."

    Nithish Sheshagiri

    Co-Founder, Apex Fashion Lab

    Nithish Sheshagiri
    PROVEN FRAMEWORK

    3D APEX

    Approach™

    A Proven Framework to Build Fashion Brands That Actually Work

    At Apex FashionLab, we don't wing it. We use a battle-tested, founder-friendly process crafted from decades of fashion manufacturing, startup incubation, and real market launches. This model ensures every brand we co-build is strategically strong, creatively distinct, and operationally ready.

    1
    Phase 1

    Discover

    Build the Brand Backbone

    Before design, before sampling, before the name — we go deep. We help you discover who your customer truly is, what gap you're filling, and why your brand exists.

    What We Discover

    Who your customer truly is
    What cultural, category, or emotional gap you're filling
    Why your brand exists — beyond just clothes
    What story you're telling — and how to make it resonate

    Tools Used

    Founder Vision Mapping
    Competitive Positioning Grid
    Brand Persona Development
    Moodboard & Message Crafting

    Outcome

    A sharply positioned brand that stands for something — with clarity that drives all future decisions.

    Discover Phase - Build the Brand Backbone
    1
    Phase 1

    Discover

    Build the Brand Backbone

    2
    Phase 2

    Design

    Turn Strategy Into Tangible Identity & Product

    Once we have the vision locked, we translate it into reality — both in visual identity and product design, from sketches to production-ready samples.

    What We Create

    Complete product development — from sketches to production-ready samples
    Fabric and trim sourcing
    Technical documentation and costing
    Brand identity system: logo, fonts, packaging, digital assets
    Shoot planning for catalog or D2C brand drops

    Tools Used

    Tech Pack Creation
    Bill of Materials (BOM)
    Design Feedback Loops
    Visual Identity Systems

    Outcome

    Your first range is designed, sampled, and ready to go — backed by a cohesive visual brand language.

    Design Phase - Turn Strategy Into Tangible Identity & Product
    2
    Phase 2

    Design

    Turn Strategy Into Tangible Identity & Product

    3
    Phase 3

    Deliver

    Launch Smart & Build for Scale

    Most founders stall after creating the product. We ensure you actually go to market, get real customers, and prepare for sustainable growth.

    What We Deliver

    Website + Shopify store setup (with your product catalog & brand story)
    Pricing strategy + drop plan
    Go-to-market campaign ideas (based on budget and style)
    Influencer & community launch playbook
    Ongoing mentorship + launch support
    Operational playbook for repeat cycles

    Tools Used

    Launch Checklist
    Drop Marketing Templates
    Shopify Integrations
    Mentorship Calls (Post Launch)

    Outcome

    Your brand is live. Your store is functional. You have a roadmap to sell.

    Deliver Phase - Launch Smart & Build for Scale
    3
    Phase 3

    Deliver

    Launch Smart & Build for Scale

    Ready to Build Your Fashion Brand the Right Way?

    Our 3D APEX Approach™ has helped founders launch successful fashion brands. Your vision deserves a proven framework.

    COMMUNITY VOICES

    Trusted by Fashion Entrepreneurs

    Real experiences from founders who've transformed their fashion vision into successful businesses

    2:34
    "D2D doesn't just teach fashion business—they immerse you in it. The practical approach and real industry connections made all the difference."
    N

    Nathalie Ramanathansoa-frat

    Entrepreneur & Executive Advisor

    "Three days of intensive learning that completely changed my perspective on fashion business. The energy and insights were incredible."
    A

    Ashwath BM

    Fashion Entrepreneur

    "The Fashion Mastermind opened my mind to new possibilities. Grateful for the knowledge, connections, and inspiration."
    P

    Parin Patel

    Brand Founder

    "An incredible opportunity to learn and explore the future of fashion. The sessions were both engaging and impactful."
    Y

    Yasmin Niazi

    Fashion Designer

    "D2D gave me a completely new perspective on the fashion world. The patience and guidance from the team was remarkable."
    B

    Bhawna Mehra

    Fashion Enthusiast

    "Two fantastic days of learning. The intensity, seamless delivery, and engagement level was exceptional."
    J

    Jay Sharma

    Startup Founder

    "Very insightful for a beginner like me. Helped me understand the basics of fashion design and brand building techniques."
    S

    Subhashini Nachimuthu

    Fashion Professional

    500+
    Fashion Entrepreneurs
    ₹10L
    Funding Access
    95%
    Success Rate
    ENTREPRENEURS FROM 25+ COUNTRIES

    Join India's Premier

    Fashion

    Entrepreneur Community

    Fashion Workshop Community

    Building the Next Generation of Fashion Brands

    From idea to launch. Connected across India and beyond.

    500+
    Fashion Entrepreneurs
    25+
    Countries
    4.9/5
    Success Rating

    Connected to Fashion Industry Leaders

    Our alumni work with top fashion brands and have built successful businesses

    Aditya Birla
    Myntra
    Reliance
    Zara
    Louis Vuitton
    Arvind
    Nykaa
    Tata Group
    H&M

    65% of our Community are first-time entrepreneurs building their dream fashion brands.

    First-time Entrepreneurs45%
    5+ years Experience35%
    Career Switchers20%

    Success Rate

    87% of our entrepreneurs succeed after 3 years

    Exclusive Program

    Investment in Your

    Fashion Empire

    Transform your fashion vision into a thriving business with our intensive mentorship program

    ₹1,50,000
    Complete Fashion Mastery Program
    3-Month Intensive
    Only 5 Seats
    Apply by July 30th
    Fashion Industry Mentorship Program
    Direct-to-Designer Business Model Mastery
    Brand Building & Market Positioning
    Supply Chain & Manufacturing Network
    Investor Relations & Pitch Preparation
    Global Fashion Community & Events
    LIMITED TIME OFFER

    Only 5 seats available • Applications close July 30th, 2024

    Join an exclusive cohort of future fashion entrepreneurs

    5
    Exclusive Seats
    3
    Intensive Months
    Lifetime Network

    Frequently Asked
    Questions

    Everything you need to know about D2D Fashion Program

    D2D is the only program that combines comprehensive fashion education with real mentorship, production support, and access to ₹10L funding. We don't just teach theory - we help you build and launch your actual fashion brand with hands-on support at every step.

    No prior fashion experience is required. D2D is designed for passionate individuals who want to break into the fashion industry. We provide everything from basic design principles to advanced business strategies, making it perfect for beginners and experienced professionals alike.

    You'll get direct access to successful fashion entrepreneurs, industry veterans, and top designers. This includes 1:1 mentorship sessions, group workshops, production guidance, and ongoing support even after program completion. Our mentors have built brands worth millions and are invested in your success.

    Upon successful completion of the program and meeting specific milestones, eligible participants get access to our funding network. This includes pitch opportunities with investors, grant applications, and connections to fashion-focused VCs who understand the industry.

    D2D doesn't end after 4 months - it's a lifetime community. You'll continue to have access to our network, ongoing mentorship, production partners, and business support. Many of our graduates become mentors themselves, creating a strong alumni network.

    Absolutely! D2D is designed to be flexible. Many of our successful graduates built their brands while maintaining their day jobs. Our program structure allows you to learn and implement at your own pace, with evening sessions and weekend workshops available.

    D2D supports all types of fashion brands - from sustainable clothing lines to luxury accessories, streetwear to ethnic wear. Our framework is adaptable to any fashion niche, and our mentors have experience across various segments of the fashion industry.

    If you have a passion for fashion and the drive to build something meaningful, you're ready. D2D is perfect for aspiring designers, fashion entrepreneurs, career changers, and anyone who dreams of creating their own fashion brand but doesn't know where to start.

    Still have questions? We're here to help.

    From aspiration to achievement.

    Your turn starts now.

    Your ambition brought you here. Now it's time to turn that vision into tangible, lasting success.

    Fashion achievement journey

    Your Journey Starts Here

    Transform your fashion vision into reality