From Single Mom to Bridal Fashion Icon | Yuti Designer Blouse Ms.Sumathee on The Rayane Show Ep.03

The Rayane Show - Episode 3 | Sumathee, Founder of Yuti Designer Blouses In this episode of The Rayane Show, I sit down with Ms. Sumathee, the powerhouse behind Yuti Designer Blouses, a multi-crore fashion brand known for its exquisite grand occasion blouses—delivered in just 48 hours! Sumathee opens up about her inspiring journey as a single parent and entrepreneur, building a thriving business while navigating personal challenges. We dive deep into: ✨ The fashion industry and what it takes to scale a business ✨ The importance of financial independence for women ✨ Why Tier 2 & 3 cities play a crucial role in business growth ✨ Keeping a divorce amicable for the sake of a child ✨ Why women need to prioritize themselves—and why that’s NOT selfish! This episode is filled with raw, honest, and empowering insights. Don’t miss it! Time Stamp 1. 0:00 - Introduction 2. 1:16 - Highlight 3. 2:19 - Blouse delivery 4. 4:10 - Bio-tech to fashion 5. 4:50 - Yuti move to blouse 6. 6:40 - Breaking into a conservative market 7. 8:59 - Marketing strategy 8. 11:37 - Process of blouse designing 9. 12:40 - Building trust with clients 10. 15:20 - Giving options to clients 11. 17:05 - Growing beyond Chennai 12. 19:06 - Dealing with criticism 13. 20:00 - Best and worst advice received 14. 20:48 - Finding inspiration for design 15. 21:47 - Dealing with conflict between bride & family 16. 22:52 - Expanding Yuti 17. 24:08 - How do you separate? 18. 27:57 - Tailor shop- beginning 19. 30:11 - Misconceptions on divorced women 20. 34:11 - Takes a lot to be amicable with your ex 21. 36:04 - Parenting is a lonely journey 22. 36:54 - I asked for help to run my life! 23. 37:16 - Women shamed when asking for help 24. 41:48 - Financial independence 25. 42:26 - Financial habit that helped you build your business 26. 43:22 - Advice to a single parent restarting life? 27. 44:11 - How big is your team? 28. 44:30 - Me time is self care 29. 46:10 - Does your child understand why mom works so hard? 30. 48:25 - How did COVID affect you? 31. 49:49 - Showcasing Yuti designs 32. 52:46 - Rapid Fire Rpund 33. 56:33 - End Credits 🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations! 📌 Follow me on Instagram: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rayanemithu... Facebook-   / rayanemithun   Twitter- https://x.com/rayane_mithun?lang=en&mx=2 For Business Enquiries- [email protected] #WomenEntrepreneurs #StartupLife #SmallBusinessOwner #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #BossLady #SheMeansBusiness #WomenWhoLead #BuildYourEmpire #SuccessStory #FashionDesigner #IndianFashion #BridalWear #EthnicWear #DesignerBlouses #YutiDesignerBlouse #ChennaiFashion #SareeBlouseDesign #HandcraftedBlouses #LuxuryFashion #FashionStartup #FinancialIndependence #SingleMomSuccess #SelfMadeWoman #WomenSupportingWomen #EmpoweredWomenEmpowerWomen #IndianBrides #SareeLovers #BridalBlouse #TraditionalWear #FashionIndustry #ChennaiIndia #WomenInBusiness #SouthIndianBrides #SuccessMindset #HustleAndHeart #Podcast #ChennaiVlogger #TheRayaneShow #WomenLeadership