Across industries, women entrepreneurs in India are building brands that combine creativity, purpose and innovation. From design and fashion to wellness, travel and health-tech, these founders are redefining modern entrepreneurship while creating meaningful impact. Here are inspiring women whose ideas have grown into influential brands loved by thousands.
Karishma Trehan
Founder & Director | Karishma Trehan Designs
Karishma Trehan is a new-generation design entrepreneur redefining luxury interiors through thoughtful, Vastu-aligned spaces.
As Founder and Director of Karishma Trehan Designs, she combines aesthetic sensibility with insights from her early exposure to real estate development. Her philosophy of “functional luxury” focuses on creating spaces that enhance emotional well-being, prosperity and everyday living. Working across Delhi NCR, Karishma’s boutique practice emphasizes purposeful design over excess. Beyond interiors, she is passionate about empowering women through skill-building initiatives, reflecting a balanced journey of creativity, consciousness and meaningful community impact.
Mehak
Founder | Kainiche
Mehak launched Kainiche in 2019 after leaving her corporate job, starting from a small room at home with a simple vision—to make stylish statement bags accessible and affordable.
What began as a small initiative quickly gained popularity through word of mouth and loyal customers. Over the years, she has participated in more than 200 exhibitions and built a strong community of fashion lovers. With over 3,40,000 followers on Instagram and a YouTube Silver Creator Award, Mehak continues to grow her brand while empowering women to express confidence through fashion.
Lekha B Khona
Founder | Reet Jewellery
Reet Jewellery by Lekha B Khona celebrates heritage while embracing contemporary style.
The brand is known for bold silver-look and oxidized statement pieces that blend traditional inspiration with modern fashion. From striking tribal chokers to celebrity-inspired designs seen on personalities like Kusha Kapila, Reet’s collections stand out for their strong identity and cultural charm. Many pieces sell out quickly, reflecting their growing popularity. Beyond jewellery, the brand also creates bespoke hampers, wedding favors and festive collections, bringing a touch of rooted elegance and individuality to modern celebrations.
Meenakshi Vyas & Rashika Nayak
Co-Founders | NORI
Meenakshi Vyas and Rashika Nayak co-founded NORI to create travel essentials designed specifically for women.
After years working with leading brands like Myntra, Reliance and PharmEasy, Meenakshi recognized that women’s travel needs were often overlooked. Together with Rashika’s artisanal design expertise, they built NORI as a brand focused on intuitive functionality and elegant practicality. Inspired by Meenakshi’s love for bags and travel, the brand simplifies mobility for modern women. Guided by their philosophy “Keep It Movin’,” NORI represents a new wave of women-led innovation in travel gear.
Saloni Anand
Co-Founder | Traya Health
Saloni Anand is the Co-founder of Traya Health, a science-led D2C health-tech platform addressing hair loss through personalized treatment.
An engineer by training, Saloni began her entrepreneurial journey after experiencing premature hair loss and struggling to find effective solutions. In 2019 she co-founded Traya, integrating Ayurveda, dermatology and nutrition into a holistic treatment model. Today the platform has served over 12 lakh customers, with 93% reporting results. Saloni’s leadership has helped build one of India’s most trusted consumer health brands focused on evidence-based care.
Jubilee Raina & Sarah Raina
Co-Founders | Poshte
Sisters Jubilee and Sarah Raina founded Poshte as a wellness-driven brand rooted in Ayurvedic wisdom and mindful self-care.
Their philosophy centers on the belief that true beauty begins with inner balance. Through nature-led formulations and ritual-based routines, Poshte encourages slow, intentional care that nurtures both emotional well-being and healthy skin. Moving beyond quick-fix beauty solutions, the brand promotes holistic wellness and conscious living. With its thoughtful approach to skin and soul, Poshte resonates strongly with modern consumers seeking harmony between inner calm and outer radiance.
Vandana Sethhi
Founder | Luv My India
Vandana Sethhi is the Founder of Luv My India, India’s first nationalist lifestyle brand celebrating cultural pride through modern design and storytelling.
With over 25 years of experience in advertising, brand communications and filmmaking, she has built a career shaping powerful narratives rooted in Indian identity and consumer insight. Observing that patriotism was often limited to special occasions, Vandana envisioned a brand that integrates national pride into everyday living. Through Luv My India, she encourages Indians to express their roots confidently while blending contemporary aesthetics with heritage-driven storytelling.
