AJ is an online store specializing in accessories. Started by Jagani Krishnakumar and Abdullah Aslam, the duo says they have plans of opening a store sometime this year.

What prompted you to start this store?

We were both friends from school who have always wanted to become entrepreneurs. After looking at the online stores, we noticed a gap in the market for accessories for the fashion forward consumer.

We also wanted a means by which to carry out philanthropic work, so we came up with AJ, where consumers can express themselves and by which we could sell accessories for causes we believe in.

For example, in November 2013, we conducted a campaign for “Movember”, which is a charity for men’s health based in Australia, where we raised funds for them by selling accessories on AJ.

How old is the venture?

We started this in October 2013, and we are successfully completing three months.

What products does the store feature?

Accessories ranging from rings, necklaces to body chains and other such statement pieces that are in trend and are not easily available in Sri Lanka. Our portfolio consists of an affordable range of accessories for the fashion conscious. 

Are the products sourced locally or internationally?

They are sourced internationally.

How long would the product/s take to get delivered to the customer?

We have a policy of delivering the products within 3 working days after the order has been placed, however we have been delivering within 2 working days.  

How often are you planning to renew the collection?

We are constantly adding new products into our collection, based on new trends that are launched or formed.  

AJ Sri Lanka can be found on www.facebook.com/ajsrilanka, and they can be contacted on [email protected] or 0774057134.

By Sarah Kellapatha