Overview

• Founded by Kartik Kumra in 2021, Kartik Research is known for blending Indian artisanal heritage with modern design.
• The New York store, located on Orchard Street, is the brand’s first US brick-and-mortar and second overall after its Delhi location.
• The store’s interior features curated designs by Mumbai-based Aequo, showcasing Indian craftsmanship in a contemporary setting.
• This move marks a pivot from wholesale to direct-to-consumer retail, with projected sales growth from 8% to 35% within a year.
• Kartik Research gained international recognition as a 2024 LVMH Prize semifinalist and has dressed high-profile figures like Paul Mescal and Stephen Curry.