Partner With Self Made
Build the next chapter with us.
Self Made has progressed beyond being simply an idea. The brand direction has been established. The product collection has been selected. Manufacturing and sourcing have been identified. The initial inventory plan has been prepared. The direct-to-consumer retail channel is being developed.
We are now opening discussions with selected investors and strategic partners who believe in the potential of building Self Made into a recognised South African fitness and lifestyle brand.
Explore the OpportunityCurrent Commercial Position
Where Self Made stands today
First Planned Collection
Approximately 935 units
Initial Product + Freight Order
Approximately US$12,694
Location
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Business Model
Direct-to-Consumer E-commerce
Market
South Africa First
Direct to Consumer
Self Made's initial sales channel will be its own e-commerce platform.
Brand Control
Self Made owns and controls the customer experience.
Customer Data
Purchasing behaviour informs future products, sizes, colours and replenishment.
Inventory Control
Successful styles can be reordered based on actual demand.
Direct Customer Relationship
Self Made builds its own audience rather than relying entirely on third-party retailers.
Scalability
The business can reach customers nationally without initially carrying the fixed overhead of physical stores.
Who We Are Building For
Primary Customers
- Women who train at gyms
- Active professionals
- Fitness enthusiasts
- Runners
- Pilates customers
- Yoga customers
- Women purchasing athleisure
- Personal trainers
- Fitness influencers
- Women starting or restarting their fitness journey
Self Made is positioned between:
Functional Performance Wear
Fashion-Led Active Lifestyle Apparel
Growth Roadmap
Phase 01
Launch
- · Launch e-commerce
- · Introduce first collection
- · Build initial customer community
- · Generate real sales and product data
Phase 02
Build
- · Increase digital marketing
- · Develop fitness ambassadors
- · Develop trainer and gym relationships
- · Replenish successful products
- · Introduce new styles and colours
Phase 03
Scale
- · Increase inventory
- · Introduce larger collections
- · Create selected retail relationships
- · Develop pop-up opportunities
- · Increase national brand awareness
Phase 04
Expand
- · Explore Southern African markets
- · Regional e-commerce
- · Exclusive product ranges
- · International online sales opportunities
Invest in Self Made
Choose the level at which you want to build with us.
Launch Partner
R300,000.00
Indicative ownership
approximately 9.1%
Potential Deployment
- Initial stock
- Import-related costs
- Packaging
- E-commerce launch
- Marketing
- Content
- Working capital
Growth Partner
R600,000.00
Indicative ownership
approximately 16.7%
Potential Deployment
- Initial inventory
- Import / logistics costs
- Stronger marketing launch
- Digital advertising
- Ambassadors / influencers
- Content
- Working capital
- Stock replenishment
Strategic Growth Partner
R1,000,000.00
Indicative ownership
approximately 25%
Potential Deployment
- Deeper inventory
- Replenishment capability
- National marketing
- Influencer partnerships
- Brand activations
- Pop-ups
- Logistics and fulfilment
- Working capital
- New product development
Indicative figures based on an editable R3,000,000 pre-money valuation framework. Final terms subject to negotiation.
What level of investment are you considering?
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Your indicative ownership
9.09%
This calculation is provided for discussion purposes only and does not constitute an offer of shares or financial advice. Final valuation, ownership, shareholder rights and investment terms are subject to negotiation, due diligence and formal legal agreements.
Strategic Partner
For a partner potentially contributing capital plus expertise, relationships, distribution, retail access, marketing, operations or other strategic value.
I'm interested in partneringOperational roles, remuneration, ownership, voting rights and decision-making rights are separate matters to be negotiated and formally documented.
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