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Fashion · Mumbai, Maharashtra

Valliyan

Founded by Nitya Arora

Snapshot

Founded
2008
Industry
Fashion
Business model
D2C
Funding stage
Bootstrapped
Markets
India
Last updated
4 July 2026

About Valliyan

Founded in 2008, Valliyan is a women-led fashion, apparel and accessories label headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Valliyan was founded by Nitya Arora. It operates on a D2C model, serving consumers. The company is bootstrapped, self-funded rather than venture-backed.

Founder

Nitya Arora

Woman Founder

Ideal customers

Consumers (D2C)

Typical customer segments for a fashion company.

Website, social

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Frequently asked questions

What does Valliyan do?
Founded in 2008, Valliyan is a women-led fashion, apparel and accessories label headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Valliyan was founded by Nitya Arora. It operates on a D2C model, serving consumers. The company is bootstrapped, self-funded rather than venture-backed.
Who founded Valliyan?
Valliyan was founded by Nitya Arora.
Where is Valliyan headquartered?
Valliyan is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Is Valliyan funded?
Valliyan is bootstrapped — self-funded rather than venture-backed.
When was Valliyan founded?
Valliyan was founded in 2008.