ROHDE ATELIER

A new sub-brand leads to online market breakthrough.

Fashionable woman with colorful Rohde sandals and boxes

ROHDE Atelier is a sub-brand of the traditional ROHDE manufacturer, established in 2023 as part of their innovative D2C strategy and a broader rejuvenation of the brand, aimed at a social-media-savvy audience.

ROHDE Atelier is a sub-brand of the traditional ROHDE manufacturer, established in 2023 as part of their innovative D2C strategy and a broader rejuvenation of the brand, aimed at a social-media-savvy audience.

CHALLENGE

ROHDE experienced a 25% revenue growth from 2020 to 2021 but now faces the challenge of retaining loyal B2B customers aged 45 to 54 while simultaneously attracting younger online shoppers. The focus is on establishing a D2C strategy that appeals to a younger demographic online. The seasonal collections emphasize refreshing the product offerings without jeopardizing long-standing B2B relationships and sales among older customers.

ROHDE must find a way to satisfy both audiences—a balancing act that is crucial for the brand's future success.

Approach

Our strategic consultation led to the creation of a distinct D2C collection and the launch of an exclusive sub-brand, "ROHDE Atelier," designed to clearly separate the D2C and B2B strategies.

The "Atelier" label is intended to symbolize a fusion of high-end design and traditional craftsmanship, drawing on ROHDE's 150-year history and expertise. The collection was to be strictly exclusive, with an initially limited edition available only through ROHDE's online shop, clearly differentiating it from the B2B segment.

For the brand identity on social media and within the collection, we developed a distinctive color scheme, based on vibrant yet harmonious color combinations, making "ROHDE Atelier" unmistakable.

CHALLENGE

ROHDE experienced a 25% revenue growth from 2020 to 2021 but now faces the challenge of retaining loyal B2B customers aged 45 to 54 while simultaneously attracting younger online shoppers. The focus is on establishing a D2C strategy that appeals to a younger demographic online. The seasonal collections emphasize refreshing the product offerings without jeopardizing long-standing B2B relationships and sales among older customers.

ROHDE must find a way to satisfy both audiences—a balancing act that is crucial for the brand's future success.

Approach

Our strategic consultation led to the creation of a distinct D2C collection and the launch of an exclusive sub-brand, "ROHDE Atelier," designed to clearly separate the D2C and B2B strategies.

The "Atelier" label is intended to symbolize a fusion of high-end design and traditional craftsmanship, drawing on ROHDE's 150-year history and expertise. The collection was to be strictly exclusive, with an initially limited edition available only through ROHDE's online shop, clearly differentiating it from the B2B segment.

For the brand identity on social media and within the collection, we developed a distinctive color scheme, based on vibrant yet harmonious color combinations, making "ROHDE Atelier" unmistakable.

RESULTS

Articles Sold

+2.800

In the first launch year of 2023, a total of 2,800 articles were sold through the online store.

+2.800

Articles Sold

In the first launch year of 2023, a total of 2,800 articles were sold through the online store.

CAGR 2023 VS. 2024

+76.5%

Revenue increased by 76.5% from 2023 to 2024, reflecting strong year-over-year growth following the initial launch phase.

+76.5%

CAGR 2023 VS. 2024

Revenue increased by 76.5% from 2023 to 2024, reflecting strong year-over-year growth following the initial launch phase.

Fashion models posing in colorful outfits and sandals

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

“The goal was to create a completely new look & feel that clearly distinguishes itself from the other collections and that speaks to an audience that is younger and more trend and design oriented. We wanted to create truly aesthetic images that highlight these statement-shoes but at the same time celebrate the brave and bold nature of the modern woman. And with all modesty, I have to say: We nailed it!”

Stojan Rudan
Head of Marketing

Content Production

The decision to highlight the "ROHDE Atelier" collection with vibrant summer trend colors was no coincidence. It was based on a post-purchase survey from 2022, which revealed the importance of color in the purchasing decisions of our target audience.

To amplify the intensity of these colors and visually distinguish the collection from the classic B2B line, we transformed the entire studio atmosphere into a unique complementary color concept. In collaboration with the photographer duo Sallyhateswing and lighting designer Thilo Erward, we created a dynamic RGB lighting system that allowed us to achieve a striking color scheme with bold hues and harmonious contrasts in every image.

Model in pink sitting on a chair.
Pink Birkenstock-style sandals with textured buckles.
Model in knitwear and sandals poses on chair.

PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY

To ensure a consistent visual narrative across the online shop, we intentionally incorporated close-up shots of each model during the lookbook shoot. These images were carefully combined with product cutouts, for which we produced four variations for each model. Complemented by a full-look image, this approach created a cohesive visual language.

This method ensures a seamless visual consistency throughout the "ROHDE Atelier" collection, drawing a red thread from social media to the product pages in the online shop. This not only strengthens brand identity but also enhances the customer experience in the digital space, making it both seamless and engaging.

Orange double buckle sandal
Pink Birkenstock-style sandals with buckles.
Green double-strap Birkenstock-style sandals
Lavender platform sandals
Yellow leather sandals with buckle strap
Orange leather sandals with strap detail
Olive green leather open-toe sandals
Pink quilted slide sandal
Blue padded slide sandal
Yellow cushioned platform slide sandal
Orange quilted slide sandal with platform sole
Quilted lilac slide sandal
Pink quilted criss-cross strap sandal
Light blue quilted criss-cross strap sandal.
Quilted strap sandal
Green Rohde sandals with double buckles.
Green sandals and jacket on model
Model in green shirt and sandals on chairs

SOCIAL ADVERTISING

ROHDE Atelier was specifically designed for social media placement, with the long-term goal of capturing a younger, more fashion-forward audience. The most significant revenue driver was the strategic use of social media ads on Instagram and Facebook.

The campaign achieved an impressive Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) of 5.35 throughout the entire season. This success not only reflects the strong consumer response to our ads but also underscores the collection's powerful appeal. A particular highlight was the "Atelier N°1" model, which became the best-selling product across all ROHDE lines during the Spring/Summer 2023 season.

Collection & Seasonal Performance Analysis

By implementing our BENCHMARKED BI, we established a product-level steering system that allows us to identify winning styles early within ROHDE’s 100+ SKUs per collection. Instead of relying on surface-level performance signals, we systematically test products at the beginning of each season to detect real demand and sales potential.


Based on these insights, we align media allocation with stock levels and restock planning in close coordination with the ROHDE team. High-demand products are scaled strategically across social channels while continuously monitored against financial KPIs. The data generated from each campaign feeds directly into future collection planning, optimizing communication, content direction, and paid media decisions season after season.

Fashion sandal data presentation

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