Organization · Venture Capital
BIDAYAT
Bidayat is a multi-dimensional investment platform based in Lugano, Switzerland, focusing on early-stage and growth ventures in the creative sectors of fashion, accessories, jewellery, beauty, and wellness across Europe and MENA.
Overview
What BIDAYAT does
What BIDAYAT is
Bidayat is a multi-dimensional investment platform based in Lugano, Switzerland, focusing on early-stage and growth ventures in the creative sectors of fashion, accessories, jewellery, beauty, and wellness across Europe and MENA.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports funder capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
Organization status describes the entity itself. Funding and program availability appear within the relevant capability profile.
- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Venture Capital
- Structured capabilities
- Funder
- Last reviewed
- March 18, 2026
Official channels
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Capability profile
BIDAYAT as a funder
Investment thesis
Bidayat supports the creative ecosystem around the Mediterranean Basin by investing in early-stage and growth ventures in consumer industries.
Focus narrative
Bidayat invests in early-stage and growth ventures primarily in the sectors of fashion, accessories, jewellery, beauty, and wellness. The organization typically provides investments ranging from $0.5 million to $10 million, often taking a majority stake. Bidayat seeks to support brands with strong narratives and the potential for global expansion, emphasizing partnerships that can positively impact growth and brand positioning.
Value beyond capital
Bidayat offers strategic guidance and operational support alongside financial investment, aiming to enhance growth, brand positioning, and technological change for its portfolio companies.
Portfolio and track record
- Recorded portfolio count
- 4
Portfolio context
Bidayat's portfolio includes notable companies such as Azza Fahmy, a leading jewellery house; Okhtein, a luxury bags and accessories brand; Fromm., a collaborative furniture design platform; and Maktoub, an incubation clothing brand that intersects fashion and art.
Common questions
What to know about BIDAYAT
Upseed classifies BIDAYAT under the Venture Capital organization type. Its current public profile includes funder capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
March 18, 2026
Known limits
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