There’s no better time to start a business. Between the maturity of online infrastructure and the overall ubiquity of bespoke digital storefronts, it really seems as if the world’s ready for whatever you have to offer. All it takes is a little initial investment, and a lot of good old-fashioned drive.
Becoming a successful online store is no mean feat. It’s always awe-inspiring to see just how far a small business could go, and what they had to do to get there. Most learn along the way, turning to the internet and a bit of their own experience to tide them over to success.
Readily available tools like WordPress are a godsend for budding entrepreneurs– boasting a robust selection of modular integrations that, at least on paper, afford smaller players the same canvas major names like TechCrunch, Bloomberg, and The New York Times use.
Here are some inspiring businesses who made a name for themselves through their online stores!
TRIANGL
This Australian boutique sought to bring great beachwear down to prices everyday people could afford. Apparently, this struck a chord with a large number of sun-kissed swimmers—raking in over $30 million in their first two years alone.
NEGATIVE UNDERWEAR
From warm, sunny beaches to more pedestrian space, Negative Underwear’s online presence is definitely a net positive—at about 150% growth year on year. The brand’s mission statement is simple, sexy underwear that plays well with the body you have.
KHARA KAPAS
Firmly rooted in its proud Indian heritage, Khara Kapas brings a modern, minimalist flair to traditional South Asian designs. There is a near-universal appeal to their sleek silhouettes and use of light cotton fabric, and with daily sales figures nearing the $2,000 range, the hype is justified.