Today we’re covering the top 25 Clothing startups. This is going to be really exciting and I’ve spent a ton of time researching these interesting startups in Clothing. Let’s get right into it!
Criteria for selection:
- The startup should be privately held
- Has raised at least $10 million in funding
- We haven’t including the IPO’d startups and companies as they’re already well-known to most people in the biotechnology sector. This list of 25 companies covers the most funded ones since their found dates.
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Let’s get right down to the list and begin with the list of the top startups in the Clothing sector. In the below list, we’ve covered the major information about the company’s operations, headquarters, funding amounts and some of the active investors. The investors listed here are the ones I found during my process of researching the company. So there’s a high possibility that there are more investors than the ones in the list.
1. Zilingo – Total Raised $308 million
Official Website: www.zilingo.com
Zilingo is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2015. Developer of an e-commerce fashion b2b platform intended to digitize the fashion supply chain. The company’s marketplace gives access to sourcing from factories, free-of-cost access to analytics, speedy logistics and secure payments, enabling brands and merchants to turn into successful entrepreneurs.
Active Investors:
- Amadeus Capital Partners(www.amadeuscapital.com)
- Angel Capital Management(www.acm.capital)
- BEENEXT Capital Management(www.beenext.com)
- Beenos Partners(www.beenos.com)
- Burda Principal Investments(www.burdaprincipalinvestments.com)
- DG Ventures (Japan)(www.dgventures.com/en)
- Draper Associates(www.draper.vc)
- EDBI(www.edbi.com)
- Sequoia Capital(www.sequoiacap.com)
- Sequoia Capital India(www.sequoiacap.com/india)
- SIG Susquehanna(www.sig.com)
Competitors:
Grana, Lazada, Fashion and You, Zalora Indonesia, Tiki, VIP Plaza, Nasty Gal, Zalora, Taobao, Zalora (Thailand), Limeroad, SellSuki, Wish, Lulu’s Fashion Lounge, Zalora (Vietnam), PrestoMall, Tao Piaopiao, paimai taobao, Feel22, OLX Philippines, ShopBack, Magento Commerce, Elevenia
2. Gymshark – Total Raised $275.65 million
Official Website: www.gymshark.com
Gymshark is a Private Equity-Backed Clothing company founded in 2012. Operator of fitness apparel and accessories brand designed to manufacture clothes and outfits for athletes. The company’s brand designs and markets outfits and customized apparel for both men and women, enabling athletes, gym goers and sports enthusiasts to find and order fitness wears and accessories online.
Active Investors:
- General Atlantic(www.generalatlantic.com)
Competitors:
Reebok America, Aeropostale, Diadora, Myles Athletic, Eddie Bauer, J.Crew Group, Outdoor Voices, Erehwon Mountain Outfitter, Forever 21, Tracksmith, Lululemon Athletica, American Eagle Outfitters, Vans, New Balance, PS Brands, Fila Holding, Under Armour, Adidas, Converse, ADAY, Big 5 Sporting Goods, Patagonia
3. WHP Global – Total Raised $198.25 million
Official Website: www.whp-global.com
WHP Global is a Private Equity-Backed Clothing company founded in 2019. Operator of a company that represents the future of brand management. The company specializes in acquiring global consumer brands and strategically repositioning them by leveraging high-growth distribution channels and global digital commerce platforms.
Active Investors:
- Oaktree Capital Management(www.oaktreecapital.com)
Competitors: No competitors found
4. Savage X Fenty – Total Raised $186.01 million
Official Website: www.savagex.com
Savage X Fenty is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2018. Operator of a lingerie brand intended to celebrate fearlessness and confidence. The company’s brand through its marketplace sells an extensive assortment of lingeries, nightwears, and undies, enabling customers to look and feel good at an accessible price point.
Active Investors:
- ACME Capital(www.acme.vc)
- Avenir Growth Capital(www.avenirgrowth.com)
- Crosscut Ventures(www.crosscut.vc)
- L Catterton(www.lcatterton.com)
- Marcy Venture Partners(www.marcyvp.com)
- TriplePoint Venture Growth(www.tpvg.com)
Competitors: No competitors found
5. Outfittery – Total Raised $147.64 million
Official Website: www.outfittery.de
Outfittery is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2012. Provider of personal styling services intended to offer men’s apparel tailored to the individual’s style. The company’s services eliminate the time-consuming process and include a wide range of apparel ranging from formal wear to casual and sports outfits, enabling men to easily get outfits that match their style and personality.
Active Investors:
- Angel Capital Management(www.acm.capital)
- Anya Capital(www.anya-capital.com)
- b-to-v Partners(www.btov.vc)
- Claret Capital Partners(www.claret-capital.com)
- Highland Europe(www.highlandeurope.com)
- High-Tech Gründerfonds(www.htgf.de)
- HV Capital(www.hvcapital.com)
- IBB Beteiligungsgesellschaft(www.ibb-bet.de)
- Investitionsbank des Landes Brandenburg(www.ilb.de)
- Mangrove Capital Partners(www.mangrove.vc)
- Northzone Ventures(www.northzone.com)
Competitors:
Trumaker, MODOMOTO, House of Einstein, Indochino, Apliiq, Keaton Row, Frank And Oak, The Chapar, Bonobos, MTailor, Bombfell, Enclothed, JackThreads, Trunk Club
6. Everlane – Total Raised $144.5 million
Official Website: www.everlane.com
Everlane is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2010. Developer of an online retail platform designed to provide consumers with well-designed, quality clothing and accessories at an approachable price point. The company’s platform offers apparel, shoes and accessories for both men and women, enabling consumers to get contemporary apparel in minimalist colours and designs.
Active Investors:
- 14W(www.14w.com)
- Acequia Capital(acecap.com)
- Dave Morin(www.davemorin.com)
- G9 Ventures(www.g9.ventures)
- Greenspring Associates(www.greenspringassociates.com)
- Hironori Maeda(hiromaeda.com)
- Imaginary Ventures(imaginary.co)
- Khosla Ventures(www.khoslaventures.com)
- Kleiner Perkins(www.kleinerperkins.com)
- L Catterton(www.lcatterton.com)
- Lerer Hippeau(www.lererhippeau.com)
Competitors:
Zady, Fashion Nova, Grana, Tobi (Clothing), Shinesty, Public Rec, & other Stories, Lulu’s Fashion Lounge, Cuyana, Lauren James, ADAY, eShakti, Lesara, Nasty Gal, Velasca, Of a Kind, Modcloth, Buck Mason, Outdoor Voices, J.Crew Group, Topshop, SSENSE, Moda Operandi, Haute-Elan, American Giant, Madewell, Punto Fa, Polyvore, Lyst, Bailey44, M.Gemi, Avenue Stores, The Net-A-Porter Group, Zara, Reformation, The Limited, Scarosso, Tracksmith, TigerTrade, MATCHESFASHION, Forever 21, Tieks by Gavrieli, Ibex Outdoor Clothing, House of Fraser, TomboyX, Wildfang, Xwalker, Fame and Partners, Paige Denim, Nuji, American Made Supply Co, C.Wonder, Patagonia, American Apparel (USA), Kenneth Cole Productions, Style Nanda, Barneys New York, Mytheresa, Cotopaxi (Internet Retail), Stylight, Boohoo, Naadam, Shoes of Prey, Kit and Ace, Jack Erwin, Browns, Tinker Tailor, Poler, Bonobos, Sweaty Betty, Kate Spade, Under Armour, Oiselle, ShopStyle, Keep Holdings, Uniqlo Rus, Isaora
7. Outdoor Voices – Total Raised $107.18 million
Official Website: www.outdoorvoices.com
Outdoor Voices is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2013. Operator of an online retail platform intended to offer active lifestyle apparel and sportswear. The company designs activewear clothing products for men and women, including sweatshirts, jackets, leggings, shoes, and accessories, enabling customers to experience a sweat-free apparel experience for exercise and other outdoor activities.
Active Investors:
- 14W(www.14w.com)
- BAM Ventures(www.bam.vc)
- Cassius Family(www.cassiusfamily.com)
- Collaborative Fund(www.collaborativefund.com)
- Forerunner Ventures(www.forerunnerventures.com)
- Freeman Group(www.freemangp.com)
- General Catalyst(www.generalcatalyst.com)
- GV(www.gv.com)
- Keller Capital(www.kellercap.com)
- NaHCO3(www.nahco3.com)
- Oakwell Capital(www.oakwellcapital.com)
Competitors:
Public Rec, American Giant, Lively, Gymshark, Tracksmith, Everlane, Vuori, Reiss, Zady, Shinesty, New Balance, Eddie Bauer, Reebok America, Lululemon Athletica, Tobi (Clothing), Beyond Yoga, Bailey44, Buck Mason, Cuyana, Bandier, eShakti, AllSaints, Adore Me, Madewell, Diadora, Jack Wills, Selfridges, ADAY, M.Gemi, C.Wonder, Fila Holding, Pistol Lake, Under Armour, Herschel Supply Company, American Made Supply Co, The Limited, Reformation, Sweaty Betty, Lyst, ThirdLove, True&Company, Isaora, Converse, Abercrombie & Fitch
8. The Iconic – Total Raised $100 million
Official Website: www.theiconic.com.au
The Iconic is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2011. Developer of an online fashion platform created to sell clothing and accessories for men, women and children. The company’s platform stocks fashion clothing and luxury goods, enabling shoppers to find apparel and fashion items.
Active Investors:
- Access Industries(www.accessindustries.com)
- JP Morgan Asset Management(am.jpmorgan.com)
- Kinnevik(www.kinnevik.com)
- Rocket Internet(www.rocket-internet.com)
- Scopia Capital Management(www.scopia.com)
- Summit Partners(www.summitpartners.com)
- TEV Ventures(www.tev.de)
- Verlinvest(www.verlinvest.be)
Competitors:
Cuyana, Haute-Elan, Fashion Nova, Zady, Lauren James, Nasty Gal, Everlane, Lyst, Modcloth, eShakti, Madewell, Avenue Stores, Velasca, Kit and Ace, Shinesty, SurfStitch, Barneys New York, Of a Kind, Lesara, Tobi (Clothing), American Made Supply Co, MATCHESFASHION, The Net-A-Porter Group, Outdoor Voices, Topshop, Xwalker, Zara, Stylight, Lulu’s Fashion Lounge, Public Rec, TigerTrade, Reformation, American Apparel (USA), Scarosso, Nuji, Gerler & Son, The Limited, House of Fraser, M.Gemi, Delyver Retail Network, GrocShop, Joyus
9. The Black Tux – Total Raised $70.2 million
Official Website: www.theblacktux.com
The Black Tux is a Private Equity-Backed Clothing company founded in 2013. Designer of suits and tuxedos available on rent for formal occasions. The company allows men to rent tuxedos, shoes, vests, neckwear and other formal wear accessories, enabling individuals to obtain formal suits without spending too much.
Active Investors:
- BoxGroup(www.boxgroup.com)
- Cohesive Capital Partners(www.cohesivecapital.com)
- Crosscut Ventures(www.crosscut.vc)
- David Tisch(www.davidtisch.com)
- Endeavor(www.endeavorco.com)
- First Round Capital(www.firstround.com)
- Founder Collective(www.foundercollective.com)
- Lerer Hippeau(www.lererhippeau.com)
- Menlo Ventures(www.menlovc.com)
- Mucker Capital(www.mucker.com)
- RRE Ventures(www.rre.com)
Competitors:
Generation Tux, SimpleTux, Le Tote, Wantable, Rent the Runway, Menguin, Stitch Fix
10. ThirdLove – Total Raised $68.6 million
Official Website: www.thirdlove.com
ThirdLove is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2013. Provider of lingerie and underwear designed to offer the perfect fit for every women.The company’s lingerie comes in 78 sizes which are 40 more than traditional brands, enabling women of every shape to get their desired underwear size that are free from tight and bad fits.
Active Investors:
- Andreessen Horowitz(www.a16z.com)
- David Ulevitch(david.ulevitch.com)
- Felicis Ventures(www.felicis.com)
- Fort Ventures(www.fort-ventures.com)
- Grace Beauty Capital(www.gracebeautycapital.com)
- Halogen Ventures(www.halogenvc.com)
- Jeffrey Jordan(jeff.a16z.com)
- Katie Couric(katiecouric.com)
- L Catterton(www.lcatterton.com)
- Monta Vista Capital(www.montavc.com)
- Nasir Jones(nasir.wun.io)
Competitors:
Bare Necessities, Adore Me, Heist Studios, Eloquii Design, Knix, Frederick’s of Hollywood Group, Wacoal, Bravissimo, Rigby & Peller, Lively, ADAY, Forever 21, True&Company, Journelle, Enamora, Victoria’s Secret
11. Carbon38 – Total Raised $65.56 million
Official Website: www.carbon38.com
Carbon38 is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2012. Developer of an online wardrobe platform designed to push and blur the boundaries between functional activewear and progressive street style. The company’s retail platform offers and distributes luxury active apparel from the leading sportswear designers across the globe and their own exclusive branded label, enabling women to choose and buy curated wardrobe choices at discounted rates.
Active Investors:
- BBG Ventures(www.bbgventures.com)
- Brendan Wallace(identified.com/brendan)
- Cambridge Companies SPG(www.cambridgespg.com)
- Dream Maker Ventures(www.dreammaker.vc)
- Evolution VC Partners(www.evolutionvcp.com)
- Fifth Wall(www.fifthwall.com)
- Foot Locker(www.footlocker-inc.com)
- Gaingels Syndicate(www.gaingels.com)
- GingerBread Capital(www.gingerbreadcap.com)
- Halogen Ventures(www.halogenvc.com)
- Kaktus Capital(www.kaktuscapital.com)
Competitors:
TomboyX, Outdoor Voices, Fashion Nova, Lauren James, Bandier, eShakti, Everlane, Wildfang, Bailey44, Hylete, Lulu’s Fashion Lounge, Shinesty, Tobi (Clothing), Patagonia, MATCHESFASHION, & other Stories, Zady, Nasty Gal, Madewell, Eddie Bauer, WildFox, Modcloth, Cuyana, Gracedbygrit, Avenue Stores, Lululemon Athletica, KORAL, Reformation, Boohoo, TigerTrade, Topshop, M.Gemi, Fame and Partners, Lesara, Velasca, Lyst, Barneys New York, Lucy Activewear, Nuji, The Limited, Under Armour, Lorna Jane, Alo Yoga, Zara, House of Fraser, Stylight, Forever 21, Cotopaxi (Internet Retail), Spanx, Poler, Herschel Supply Company
12. Universal Sportsbiz – Total Raised $64.48 million
Official Website: www.usplworld.com
Universal Sportsbiz is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2012. Operator of fashion retail store designed to bridge the gap between celebrities and their fans. The company’s platform offers celebrity merchandise like clothing and sports memorabilia, enabling customers to make purchases without hassle.
Active Investors:
- Accel(www.accel.com)
- Alteria Capital(www.alteriacapital.com)
- Cornerstone (Mumbai)(www.cornerstone.in)
- Flipkart(www.flipkart.com)
Competitors: No competitors found
13. Marolina Outdoor – Total Raised $63.57 million
Official Website: www.marolina.com
Marolina Outdoor is a Private Equity-Backed Clothing company founded in 2013. Manufacturer of performance apparel for outdoor activities. The company’s innovative designs and technologically focused performance apparel enable the fishing and hunting enthusiasts to find the perfect apparel to meet their sport needs.
Active Investors:
- Goode Partners(www.goodepartners.com)
Competitors: No competitors found
14. FaZe Clan – Total Raised $62.7 million
Official Website: www.fazeclan.com
FaZe Clan is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2010. Operator of an eSports organization created to participate in video gaming competitions. The company’s esports division includes seven competitive teams in various games and its website offers different merchandise and accessories such as hoodies, t-shirts, caps, and jackets, thereby enabling fans to order and purchase brand merchandise and show their support.
Active Investors:
- Akatsuki Entertainment Technology Fund(www.aet.fund)
- Allied Investors Group(www.alliedinvestors.com)
- Biospring Partners(www.biospring.com)
- Canaccord Genuity(www.canaccordgenuity.com)
- MaC Venture Capital(www.macventurecapital.com)
- Muse Capital(www.musecapital.vc)
- ntwrk(www.thentwrk.com)
- Nyjah Huston(nyjah.com)
- Prototype Capital(www.prototype.capital)
- RAJ Capital(rajcapital.vc)
- Weekend Fund(weekend.fund)
Competitors:
100 Thieves, Ninjas in Pyjamas, OpTic Gaming
15. Dolls Kill – Total Raised $61.47 million
Official Website: www.dollskill.com
Dolls Kill is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2011. Developer of an online shopping platform designed to help women rediscover fashion. The company’s platform offers a wide range of outfits and accessories including designer clothes, swimwear, bags, belts, shoes and beauty products, enabling women to get their products delivered online.
Active Investors:
- Angel Capital Management(www.acm.capital)
- Blue Coast Capital(www.bccap.com)
- Correlation Ventures(www.correlationvc.com)
- Maveron(www.maveron.com)
- Sequoia Capital(www.sequoiacap.com)
Competitors:
Stella & Dot, Stitch Fix, House of Einstein, Le Tote, ThreadLab, Trumaker, Moda Operandi, Keaton Row, Zappos.com, Shoebuy.com, Topshop, ShoeDazzle, 6pm.com, Tradesy, Frank And Oak, The J.Jill Group, Bombfell, Poshmark, Sole Society, Bonobos, JackThreads, Wanelo, Material World, Grailed, Nine West, ReFashioner, Shoes.com, ThredUp, The RealReal, TotSpot, Blowfish Shoe, Kidizen, Gerler & Son, Ice.com, Trunk Club, Vestiaire Collective
16. Zivame – Total Raised $60.31 million
Official Website: www.zivame.com
Zivame is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2011. Provider of an eCommerce store designed to sell lingerie products. The company sells lingerie, loungewear, swimwear, nightwear and allied categories for women and also provides consultation for women to help them buy affordable and branded products, providing women with their clothing needs at one place.
Active Investors:
- Avendus Capital(www.avendus.com)
- Khazanah Nasional(www.khazanah.com.my)
- Zodius Capital(www.zodius.com)
Competitors:
Clovia, Buttercups, Lovable Lingerie, PrettySecrets, Madura Fashion & Lifestyle, Myntra, Gokaldas Intimatewear, Arvind Fashions
17. KUIU – Total Raised $60 million
Official Website: www.kuiu.com
KUIU is a Private Equity-Backed Clothing company founded in 2010. Retailer of ultralight mountain hunting gears. The company’s innovative and high-value outdoor clothing includes hunting gears such as mountaineering boots, bags, gloves, pants and bottoms, jackets along with other related apparel and accessories, which are made up of technical stretch-woven, abrasion-resistant materials and waterproof breathable fabric, enabling its customers to directly get high-end technical apparel through its proprietary e-commerce website.
Active Investors:
- Main Post Partners(www.mainpostpartners.com)
Competitors:
Kryptek, Ecologyst, Stone Glacier, Mystery Ranch
18. Primary – Total Raised $55.73 million
Official Website: www.primary.com
Primary is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2014. Provider of babies and kids apparel intended to sell comfortable children’s clothing. The company’s apparel includes tops, bottoms, swimwear, footwear, and bodysuits among other products that are easy to mix and match and genderless for babies and kids of up to 12 years, enabling parents to get timeless essentials for their kids at an affordable price.
Active Investors:
- Able Partners(www.ablepartners.nyc)
- Bullish(bullish.co)
- Concept to Co(www.concepttoco.com)
- Female Founders Fund(www.femalefoundersfund.com)
- GingerBread Capital(www.gingerbreadcap.com)
- Grace Beauty Capital(www.gracebeautycapital.com)
- Harrison Metal Capital(www.harrisonmetal.com)
- HDS Capital(www.hdscapital.com)
- Homebrew(www.homebrew.co)
- Mighty Capital(www.mighty.capital)
- Red & Blue Ventures(www.redandblue.vc)
Competitors:
Burt’s Bees Baby, Pink Blue India, Tommy John, Mr Button, Hopscotch, FirstCry, Smyk, Mack Weldon, Wear PACT
19. Sheertex – Total Raised $54.12 million
Official Website: www.sheertex.com
Sheertex is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2017. Manufacturer of pantyhose intended to be durable and indestructible. The company’s pantyhose is made with the same type of fiber found in bulletproof vests and climbing equipment while offering durability as well as comfort, enabling women to find and purchase premium and stylish inner garments.
Active Investors:
- ArcTern Ventures(www.arcternventures.com)
- Flight Ventures(www.flight.vc)
- G2VP(www.g2vp.com)
- Gibraltar Ventures (Toronto)(www.gibraltarcompany.ca)
- Seraph Group(www.seraphgroup.net)
- The 51 Ventures(www.the51.com)
- The Lazaridis Institute(lazaridisinstitute.wlu.ca)
- Y Combinator(www.ycombinator.com)
- Zeno Ventures(www.zenoventures.com)
Competitors: No competitors found
20. Adore Me – Total Raised $53.5 million
Official Website: www.adoreme.com
Adore Me is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2011. Provider of an online, subscription-based lingerie and swimwear boutique designed to make fashion affordable to everybody. The company’s boutique includes lingerie, swimwear, sleepwear, and related accessories in sizes ranging from petite to plus size, enabling women to experience a body-positive shopping experience and embrace their uniqueness
Active Investors:
- Blisce(www.blisce.com)
- Christian Edler(christianedler.com)
- Daphni(www.daphni.com)
- Dave Lerner(www.davelerner.com)
- FJ Labs(www.fjlabs.com)
- Jaina Capital(www.jaina.fr)
- LSG Holdings(www.lsgholdings.com)
- Mousse Partners(www.mousse-partners.com)
- Redhills Ventures(www.redhillsventures.com)
- SOSV(www.sosv.com)
- TA Ventures(www.taventures.vc)
Competitors:
Bare Necessities, Brayola, Frederick’s of Hollywood Group, Lively, Bravissimo, Zivame, ThirdLove, True&Company, Agent Provocateur, Outdoor Voices, Simone Perele, Enamora, Yandy, Victoria’s Secret, Rigby & Peller, Forever 21
21. UNTUCKit – Total Raised $52.7 million
Official Website: www.untuckit.com
UNTUCKit is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2010. Manufacturer and retailer of custom made shirts designed to be worn untucked by men and women. The company’s apparel brand portfolio includes shirts, t-shirts, jackets and shorts which are wrinkle-free and comfortable, thus enabling consumers and corporate employees to purchase apparel as per their choice and look decent and casual.
Active Investors:
- Clearbanc(www.clearbanc.com)
- Fifth Wall(www.fifthwall.com)
- Kleiner Perkins(www.kleinerperkins.com)
- TriplePoint Venture Growth(www.tpvg.com)
Competitors:
Brooks Brothers Group, MeUndies, Ledbury, Marine Layer, Humble Fashion, TomboyX, Edit Suits Co., J.Crew Group, Ann Taylor (Ohio), Lanieri, House of Einstein, ThreadLab, UNIQLO Company, Paul Fredrick, Vineyard Vines, Twillory, Arcadia Group, Trumaker, tasc Performance, Everlane, Original Stitch, Nau International, Tobi (Clothing), Bonobos, Buckle, Ibex Outdoor Clothing, Tommy John, Polyvore, Lolly Wolly Doodle, Betabrand, Apliiq, Mack Weldon, Articles of Style, Madewell, Karmaloop, Ministry of Supply, Knot Standard, GAP (Deutschland), Keaton Row, Bucketfeet, QOR, Gilt Groupe, Indochino, A’GACI, Forever 21, Nasty Gal, Stitch Fix, Tailor Store, Men’s Style Lab, Savile Row Bespoke, Aeropostale, Frank And Oak, Proper Cloth, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, The Chapar, Bombfell, JackThreads, The Drop, MTailor
22. Athos (Clothing) – Total Raised $51.23 million
Official Website: www.liveathos.com
Athos (Clothing) is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2012. Developer of smart apparel for the health and fitness market designed to monitor biosignals and distill them into meaningful insights. The company’s apparel is fit for workout sessions since it reads the body’s vital signs and beams that information to a software application, enabling athletes and coaches to get actionable insights around athletic training load and movement quality using personalized, muscle activity data.
Active Investors:
- DCM Ventures(www.dcm.com)
- Felix Capital(www.felixcap.com)
- Lightspeed Venture Partners(www.lsvp.com)
- MAS Holdings(www.masholdings.com)
- Monstro Ventures(www.monstro.vc)
- Social Capital(www.socialcapital.com)
- True Ventures(www.trueventures.com)
Competitors:
OMsignal, Moov, Sarvint Technologies, Misfit, Myontec, Quanttus, Fitbit, Carré Technologies, Revvo
23. Bandier – Total Raised $50.3 million
Official Website: www.bandier.com
Bandier is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2014. Operator of a chain of activewear boutiques intended to offer multi-brand gym wear. The company’s boutiques offers a wide range of clothing, footwear and accessories designed by emerging brands, enabling women to purchase luxury clothing and sportswear in a convenient and hassle-free manner.
Active Investors:
- A.G. Hill Partners(www.galatynprivateequity.com)
- C Ventures(www.c-venturesfund.com)
- Eurazeo(www.eurazeo.com)
- G9 Ventures(www.g9.ventures)
- Labora Group(www.labora.com)
Competitors:
Carbon38, Fashion Nova, eShakti, Tobi (Clothing), Everlane, Zady, MATCHESFASHION, Shinesty, Boohoo, Nasty Gal, Hylete, TigerTrade, Reformation, Cuyana, M.Gemi, Outdoor Voices, Lyst, Bailey44, Zara, Gracedbygrit, Lululemon Athletica, The Limited, Rebecca Taylor, WildFox, Barneys New York, Vince, Stylight, Adidas, Lorna Jane, Lucy Activewear, Alo Yoga, Foot Locker, Nordstrom
24. Ralph & Russo – Total Raised $50 million
Official Website: www.ralphandrusso.com
Ralph & Russo is a Private Equity-Backed Clothing company founded in 2010. Designer and manufacturer of clothes and accessories intended for women. The company is a designer of clothes including gowns, dresses and suits, enabling ladies to get handmade evening wear, perfumes, accessories and other categories.
Active Investors:
- Candy Ventures(candyventures.lu)
- Tennor Holdings(tennor.com)
Competitors: No competitors found
25. MM.LaFleur – Total Raised $49.45 million
Official Website: www.mmlafleur.com
MM.LaFleur is a Venture Capital-Backed Clothing company founded in 2011. Operator of an online retail platform intended to provide professional clothing for women. The company’s platform sells classic shift dresses, pencil skirts and blouses in muted colors, enabling women of all ages to get dressed according to their style.
Active Investors:
- 645 Ventures(www.645ventures.com)
- Cool Japan Fund(www.cj-fund.co.jp)
- Deutsch Capital(www.deutschcapital.com)
- Grace Beauty Capital(www.gracebeautycapital.com)
- Meritech Capital Partners(www.meritechcapital.com)
- Teamworthy Ventures(www.teamworthy.com)
- Volta Global(www.voltaglobal.com)
Competitors:
SSENSE, Barneys New York, Neiman Marcus Group, Lyst
