Hoovu - Branding

Re-branding a Startup with a Fresh Idea, Rooted in Tradition

BRAND DESIGN | GRAPHIC DESIGN

Hoovu is a brand that caters to a forgotten market of traditional flowers in India. Run by two sisters – Yashodha and Rhea –  their mission was to reduce flower waste while allowing their customers to facilitate their own spiritual journey. We collaborated with them to develop a brand strategy and visual identity that promoted the idea of their innovative brand.

We worked with Yeshodha and Rhea, the Co-Founders, to reposition, rename and rebrand. Formerly called Rose Bazaar, the brand was commonly misconstrued as a Bouquet Floral business.

‘Hoovu’ translates to ‘flower’ in Kannada. It’s a word that is rooted in tradition and invites people to learn more.

The target audience being mostly people over 50, the brand needed to feel familiar to them. Our inspiration came from graphic design and art associated with ‘pooja’ like agarbattis, matchboxes and Raja Ravi Varma paintings.

Hoovu has a unique Visual Language and Illustration Style that carries the brand forward. With their Badges, the brand identity design clearly communicates their key values of being powered by women, farm fresh and affordable.

Creative Director: Vanshaj Kapur & Pragnya Venkatesh
Visual Design: Pragnya Venkatesh

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