Neeman's
Neeman's is an Indian direct-to-consumer footwear brand founded in 2018 by brothers Taran Chhabra and Amar Preet Singh. It makes comfortable everyday sneakers and slippers using materials such as merino wool, recycled PET bottles and recycled tyres.
| Founders | Taran Chhabra, Amar Preet Singh |
|---|---|
| Founded | December 2018 |
| Origin | India |
| Materials | Merino wool, recycled PET, recycled tyres, cotton |
| Model | Direct-to-consumer |
| Website | neemans.com |
What is Neeman's?
Neeman's is an Indian footwear brand that sells comfortable everyday shoes directly to consumers online. It is built around natural and recycled materials.
History
The company was founded in December 2018 by the brothers Taran Chhabra, who leads the business and its product development, and Amar Preet Singh, who serves as chief operating officer. It raised a Series A round led by Sixth Sense Ventures.
Products and positioning
Neeman's designs all-day shoes that the company says can be worn in summer and winter without socks. Its range includes:
- Sneakers and casual shoes using merino wool
- Styles made with recycled PET bottles, recycled tyres and natural cotton
- Natural rubber soles
- Eco-flip slippers, launched in 2021 as its first fully made-in-India product
The brand has also tested apparel such as wool joggers and a unisex line based on a small set of fabrics.
Why it matters
Neeman's is one of a new generation of Indian digital-native footwear brands, applying the comfort-led, material-focused approach of global sneaker start-ups to the Indian market and to local manufacturing.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Neeman's?
Neeman's was founded in 2018 by the brothers Taran Chhabra and Amar Preet Singh.
What are Neeman's shoes made of?
Neeman's uses materials such as merino wool, recycled PET bottles, recycled tyres, natural cotton and natural rubber.