About Us

Hi, I’m Kunal Kapoor - founder of Sips and also the founder and Managing Director of Curated Sourcing, a London-based creative sourcing agency that produces bespoke merchandise for beauty and lifestyle brands around the world.

Over the years, we’ve developed over 1,000 products for global retailers and brands through Curated Sourcing. From accessories and packaging to display pieces and tools, we’ve seen every trend come and go. But something always pulled me towards the idea of creating our own brand, consisting of just one beautiful, well-considered product - a single hero item that felt essential, stylish and joyful.

That’s how Sips began.

It started back in 2022 at our very first trade show. We brought along a water bottle we had found on Etsy - purely for our own use, something functional to carry around during the exhibition. But it quickly became the most talked-about thing at our stand. Everyone wanted to know where it was from.

Naturally, we tried to take it further. We tracked down the original manufacturer, but they weren’t the right fit. So we decided to create our own version. I worked with the incredibly talented California based British industrial designer Jonathan Slatter, and we started sketching out what would eventually become Sips.

But then Curated Sourcing grew quickly, and like many passion projects, Sips got parked. Even so, we kept taking that same bottle to every show - and every time, people would ask about it.

Fast forward to 2024. We were exhibiting again, this time at Luxe Pack LA, and the bottle’s popularity had only grown. That moment reignited the spark. We dusted off Jon’s designs, refined the shape, redesigned the strap, explored colours and finishes, and obsessed over every tiny detail. After nine months of prototyping, we finally had our first four samples. They were a hit. And by Luxe Pack NY in 2025, we had eleven full-colour prototypes - confidently the most talked-about product on our stand.

So here we are. The Sips bottle is our very first in-house brand - and what a journey it’s been. Made from Tritan BPA-free plastic, compact enough to slip into your handbag or gym bag, and finished with our signature leather-effect bumper, Sips isn’t just a water bottle. It’s a functional, high-quality accessory that you can match to your outfit, your mood, your plans, or even your playlist.

This is hydration, styled your way.

From parks to offices, festivals to flights - Sips is made for anyone and everyone. Whether you’re Gen Z, a millennial or a seasoned fashion enthusiast, this is the accessory you’ll actually want to carry.

And we’re only just getting started. We’re working on steel and glass versions, detachable bumpers, straps, charms, and so much more. Think capsule drops, collaborations, and limited-edition colours. We’re building a world around Sips - and we’d love for you to be part of it.

Thanks for joining the journey.

Kunal Kapoor

Founder, Sips