How WE Helped KID WEST selling out drops, and achieve a consistent 7.4x return on ad spend.


7.4x

Return on ad spend

350%

Increase in ad spend

10.2%

Increase in conversion rates

AFFILIATES MARKETING ●

PAID ADVERTISEMENT ●

FASHION E-COMMERCE ●

AFFILIATES MARKETING ● PAID ADVERTISEMENT ● FASHION E-COMMERCE ●

Person sitting on a brown leather couch wearing a colorful graphic T-shirt with racing imagery, dark shorts, white socks, and large tan work boots. The person's face is not visible.

Kid West is a streetwear brand that we began working with in 2023, during the early stages of its journey. At the time, the brand had a relatively small product range but placed a strong emphasis on high-quality design and craftsmanship. As a startup, the focus was not on mass production, but on building demand and establishing the brand’s presence within the streetwear space.

The objective was to support Kid West’s growth by increasing visibility, driving demand for each drop, and creating a system that allowed the brand to scale responsibly without compromising its identity.

As an early-stage brand, Kid West faced the challenge of limited inventory paired with growing interest. The brand needed to generate demand without overextending production, while ensuring that each drop felt intentional and exclusive rather than forced.

The challenge was to scale carefully, using paid media and organic influence to build momentum, while maintaining strong returns and avoiding wasteful spend.

OBJECTIVE

BACKGROUND

10.2%

Increase in conversion rates

Our strategy focused on controlled scaling through paid advertising, paired with influencer-led brand exposure. Instead of chasing volume, we prioritised efficiency, ensuring that spend increased only when performance justified it.

Paid ads were used to build demand ahead of drops, while influencer placements helped position the brand culturally and organically. The goal was to create anticipation, sell out products quickly, and reinforce the brand’s desirability within the streetwear community.

We began by managing paid advertising campaigns, gradually increasing ad spend as performance stabilised. Over the course of our collaboration, ad spend was scaled by five times, while maintaining strong efficiency. Campaigns were structured to support product drops, driving demand and encouraging quick sell-through.

Alongside paid advertising, we worked on influencer collaborations to showcase the brand authentically. Through these relationships, Kid West gained visibility across social platforms, with the brand being worn by influencers and larger cultural figures, further reinforcing its credibility and desirability.

WHAT WE DID

SOLUTION
A male model stands against a gray backdrop wearing an off-white long sleeve T-shirt with a graphic design, labeled 'KIDWEST' in large white letters at the top. The T-shirt features a racing car and flame graphics with the number 88. The image highlights the T-shirt's material, described as 100% cotton, and mentions the brand KW DENIM in Blue Cream, described as rigid heavyweight denim. The model has casual light blue jeans and white sneakers, with pointers indicating the shirt and jeans details.

350%

Increase in ad spend

As a result of the combined strategy, Kid West achieved an average return on ad spend of 7.4x, even as spend increased significantly. Product drops began selling out rapidly, often requiring frequent restocks due to sustained demand. The brand successfully scaled while maintaining strong performance and a sense of exclusivity.

Rather than struggling with excess stock, Kid West faced the opposite problem: demand consistently outpacing supply.

Our work with Kid West was collaborative and growth-focused. As one of our first clients, the relationship evolved alongside the brand, with strategy adapting as demand increased and opportunities expanded. The focus remained on maintaining efficiency, protecting the brand’s positioning, and scaling sustainably.

HOW IT LOOKED

RESULTS
Young man with dark hair, tattoos, and a cross necklace standing in front of a graffitied metal shutter and concrete wall, wearing a black graphic t-shirt, baggy beige pants, and tan work boots.

7.4x

In blended ROAS

Early-stage brands don’t need massive product ranges to scale, they need demand, efficiency, and timing. Kid West demonstrated that with the right paid strategy and cultural positioning, even a small catalogue can drive strong returns and sell out consistently.

THE REALITY

BTS
Two models wearing oversized Kidwest graphic sweatshirts and baggy jeans, standing against a plain white background, promoting new graphic designs and exploring the brand.

PAID ADS

A tattooed man wearing a white graphic T-shirt, distressed patchwork jeans, yellow sneakers, a white cap, and a watch stands in front of a black sports car outside a brightly lit hotel or casino entrance decorated with butterflies and lights. People are walking and standing nearby.

INFLUENCERS

Two young men standing against a damaged brick wall, both wearing black graphic long-sleeve shirts and black pants. The man on the left has dreadlocks and white shoes, while the man on the right has his face partially covered with a beanie and is wearing black boots.
A young man making a peace sign with his right hand at a night outdoor party or bar with bright string lights, palm plants, and a crowd in the background.

INFLUENCERS

INFLUENCERS