MassChallenge

MassChallenge is a global nonprofit startup accelerator headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, established in 2009. It supports early-stage entrepreneurs across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and social impact, by providing mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities. With locations in Israel, Mexico, Switzerland, Texas, and the UK, MassChallenge connects high-potential startups with industry experts and investors to foster innovation and facilitate growth. The accelerator operates on a non-equity model, allowing entrepreneurs to maintain full ownership of their companies while benefiting from strategic partnerships and tailored training programs. Through its diverse initiatives, such as targeted accelerator programs like MassChallenge HealthTech and FinTech, the organization aims to drive impactful change and enhance the global innovation ecosystem.

Cait Brumme

Acting CEO

Nick Dougherty

Managing Director, MassChallenge HealthTech

Siobhan Dullea

CEO

Matt Lashmar

Managing Director

Camila Lecaros

Managing Director

Yonit Serkin

Managing Director

Devon Sherman

Founding Director, Head of MassChallenge FinTech

Michelle Williams

Vice President and Head of Texas Strategy

Past deals in Clothes

Fili Pari

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Fili Pari specializes in the design and production of innovative mineral-based clothing, aiming to transform conventional fashion concepts. The company offers a range of women's garments made with enhanced marble powders and a unique wearable membrane containing marble dust. These materials provide essential features such as waterproofing, breathability, wind resistance, and flame retardancy. By prioritizing quality and sustainability, Fili Pari presents an alternative to traditional clothing, appealing to consumers who seek both functionality and style in their wardrobe choices.

Nuw (The Nu Wardrobe)

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
The Nu Wardrobe is a circular fashion platform that allows users to digitize their wardrobes and share clothing with others in their community. By facilitating borrowing, sharing, and swapping of garments, the platform extends the life cycle of clothing and significantly reduces garment waste while maintaining a focus on style. Users can participate in innovative events designed to raise awareness about sustainable fashion, providing a fun alternative to traditional shopping. Through a subscription model, The Nu Wardrobe enables individuals to enjoy a sustainable fashion experience, giving new life to existing clothing within their communities.

SheFly

Grant in 2021
SheFly is a retailer of women's outdoor-based apparel products intended for women and people of all genders. Founded in 2018 by co-founders Georgia Grace, Bianca Gonzale, and Charlotte Massey. The company operates in Gunnison, Colorado.

Uwila Warrior

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Uwila Warrior is a women's underwear company that focuses on providing luxurious and comfortable undergarments. Specializing in silk and seamless designs, the brand offers a range of products including silk underwear, lace styles, thongs, and hipsters. Constructed from lightweight, moisture-wicking fabrics, their products are designed to keep women cool and dry throughout the day. Uwila Warrior aims to deliver colorful and beautiful underwear that caters to the diverse needs of women in various moments of their lives, combining functionality with elegance.

Mens GoldBoxx

Grant in 2019
MensGoldBoxx is an intuitive retail and subscription solution for Big&Tall men. B&T men's retail needs are about a decade behind creating a real opportunity for someone to add massive value to this market with minimal risk. B&T desperately needs clothing options, updated fits, and fabrics, consistent sizing, KIND customer service,(read: LOVE.) What we have is the team, the experience, the market, the road map, and the grit to infiltrate this 5B industry, where 70% of B&T Men polled, shop at 'other.'

Radian Jeans

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
RADIAN jeans is a designer and manufacturer specializing in casual wear and jeans for women. The company operates an online store where customers can purchase a range of products, including deep-pocket straight jeans, shoes, bags, and accessories. RADIAN jeans focuses on providing comfort and style, incorporating technical fabrics with performance features into their designs. The jeans are specifically crafted with deep, subtle pockets to accommodate everyday essentials such as phones, keys, and wallets, thereby enhancing the functionality and practicality of women's wardrobes. Through its offerings, RADIAN aims to support women in improving their everyday lifestyle.

Wear Love joy

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Wear Love joy is a ecommerce company that provides clothing for women.

La Garde-Robe

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
La Garde-Robe is an online clothing rental platform that provides a diverse selection of high-end fashion items for rent. The service allows users to refresh their wardrobe by renting stylish outfits for a limited time, catering to their changing fashion needs. By offering access to a wide variety of premium clothing, La Garde-Robe enables individuals to experience unlimited dressing possibilities throughout the year.

Unsize

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Unsize is a clothing-fitting platform designed to assist online shoppers in finding the right size for their purchases. By leveraging proprietary technology, the platform allows users to take precise measurements, ensuring a better fit and enhanced comfort in clothing selections. Unsize aims to simplify the online shopping experience by addressing the common challenge of size selection, making it easier for consumers to customize their clothing choices effectively.

ADIFF

Grant in 2017
ADIFF is a humanitarian fashion start-up that focuses on addressing global issues through innovative design while simultaneously providing support to refugees. The brand specializes in all-gender, one-size transformable products, such as multipurpose jackets that are practical, durable, and waterproof, designed to be worn in various environments. Initially created to assist refugees, the positive market response led to these products becoming available for purchase. Founder Angela Luna established a donation-driven business model, ensuring that a portion of profits from sales is redirected to humanitarian initiatives, particularly aiding refugees. By upcycling traditional waste materials for their clothing and accessories, ADIFF not only aims to reduce industry waste but also raises awareness of urgent social concerns. Each purchase contributes to the donation of essential items to those in need, reinforcing the brand's commitment to making a meaningful impact.

Social Fabric

Grant in 2017
Social Fabric is a sustainable textile center that promotes the use of environmentally friendly and socially responsible textiles. The organization aims to combine a circular economy with innovative technology and decentralized manufacturing to provide customers with customized garments. It operates as a community-based association, focusing on two main areas: integrating refugees into the workforce in Switzerland and enhancing sustainability in textile production. By prioritizing ethical labor practices and minimizing ecological impact, Social Fabric offers individuals access to meaningful and sustainable textile products.

Baabuk

Grant in 2017
BAABUK is a Swiss company founded in 2013 by a dynamic couple, Galina and Dan. Their story began when Galina's parents gave Dan a pair of traditional Russian "Valenkis". In the past, these Russian felted boots were essential to fight the Siberian cold. So after trying them out in the snow, Galina and Dan had an idea! Why not preserve the "Valenki" ancestral know-how and create a revised pair of 100% wool shoes? That's when the first BAABUK pair of shoes was born, and they didn't stop there...

Connect One Threads

Grant in 2016
Conscious apparel for the world citizen.

StyleBot37

Grant in 2016
StyleBot37 is an online personal stylist powered by a learning algorithm.Revenues of online clothing retailers keep growing, but margins are contracting. On average, e-shoppers return 30-50% of what they purchase. The chief reason for an item being returned is that the customer is disappointed with the fit. To get the fit right and dramatically lower returns they need everyone to shop with a personal stylist! This motivated them to create StyleBot37, a plug-in for e-commerce which mimics the brains of human stylists and solves the major problem that retailers face today.

Donii

Grant in 2016
Donii lets you donate your gently used clothes, household items, and kids' stuff directly to the people who need them most. Our platform connects donors with individuals and families in need, via the nonprofits, charities, and social workers that serve them. Each donation earns points which donors can use to shop a catalog of exclusive rewards. Give better with Donii.

Clover Lewis Swimwear

Grant in 2016
Clover Lewis Swimwear specializes in the design and manufacture of stylish swimwear tailored for women, particularly those who have undergone mastectomy and other breast cancer surgeries. The collection includes bikinis and one-piece swimsuits that combine elegance with thoughtful features to ensure comfort and support. While originally intended for post-surgery needs, Clover Lewis Swimwear has garnered admiration from women across various backgrounds, appealing to a broader audience with its fashion-forward designs. The brand emphasizes the importance of providing comfortable and beautiful swimwear options, making it a notable choice for all women seeking both style and practicality in their swimwear.

Induo

Seed Round in 2016
Induo is a textile company that specializes in the production of innovative fabrics designed for apparel brands. The company's flagship product, INDUO® fabric, is engineered to be resistant to stains and perspiration while maintaining the soft touch and comfort characteristic of high-quality cotton. Induo utilizes advanced technology to create breathable and repellent fabrics, focusing on sustainability by recycling complex material blends and poorly sorted apparel waste. This approach allows the company to offer comfortable clothing options at an affordable price, catering to the needs of both consumers and apparel manufacturers.

Induo

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Induo is a textile company that specializes in the production of innovative fabrics designed for apparel brands. The company's flagship product, INDUO® fabric, is engineered to be resistant to stains and perspiration while maintaining the soft touch and comfort characteristic of high-quality cotton. Induo utilizes advanced technology to create breathable and repellent fabrics, focusing on sustainability by recycling complex material blends and poorly sorted apparel waste. This approach allows the company to offer comfortable clothing options at an affordable price, catering to the needs of both consumers and apparel manufacturers.

Gormley & Gamble

Grant in 2015
Gormley & Gamble is a pioneering women's tailor located on Savile Row, founded by Phoebe Gormley, who embarked on her journey in the tailoring industry at a young age. After gaining experience through internships and pursuing studies in bespoke costume design, Gormley made the bold decision to leave university and invest her tuition fees into establishing her own business. The company specializes in creating modern, custom-made suits and offers personalized fittings, fashion consultations, and fabric suggestions for various occasions. Gormley & Gamble aims to provide women with the opportunity to own custom-fitted clothing at an affordable luxury price point, making it a distinctive player in the bespoke tailoring market.

Unshrinkit

Grant in 2015
Unshrinkit is a company that specializes in a patent-pending liquid solution designed to restore wool clothing to its original size after it has been unintentionally shrunk. This innovative product provides an effective way for consumers to address common laundry mishaps involving wool garments and accessories. The solution allows users to easily unshrink their clothing, making it a practical option for those looking to salvage their favorite wool items. By focusing on a specific need within the clothing care market, Unshrinkit offers a unique and valuable service to consumers who wish to maintain the integrity of their woolen apparel.

Haute Elan

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Haute Elan Limited is a London-based company that operates apparel stores and a marketplace platform specializing in modest fashion for men and women. Founded in 2013, it features clothing items such as hijabs, abayas, tote bags, designer apparel, accessories, and jubbas. The platform showcases around 200 emerging and established designers from various countries, catering primarily to the £2 trillion Muslim consumer market. Haute Elan aims to provide a customer-oriented shopping experience that integrates technology with fashion. Additionally, the company fosters community engagement through annual events, including the Modest Fashion Awards and the inaugural London Modest Fashion Week, highlighting its commitment to promoting modest fashion on a global scale.

Trendi Guru

Seed Round in 2015
TrendiGuru operates an online platform that allows users to discover and purchase clothing and accessories directly from images found on various websites and fashion blogs. Founded in 2014 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, the company utilizes machine-learning technology to automatically create affiliate links for items displayed in images. This functionality not only helps users find similar products but also enables fashion bloggers, publishers, and advertisers to monetize their content effectively. In addition to its shopping features, TrendiGuru also offers a collection of celebrity and red carpet images, enhancing its appeal to fashion enthusiasts. Through its innovative approach, the company simplifies the shopping experience by providing easy access to products from multiple retailers.

Catie's Closet

Grant in 2014
Catie’s Closet provides essential clothing and basic necessities to homeless students and those living below the poverty line. It is based in Dracut, Massachusetts.

LookFlix

Grant in 2012
They feel that shopping for clothes online is lacking the essences of shopping, such as trying things on, mixing and matching to create new looks, and socializing with friends. We wanted a virtual closet like in the movie “Clueless”, where discovering amazing looks is always at our fingertips. LookFlix currently has thousands of products from popular brands, with amazing looks you can't find anywhere else.

Bow & Drape

Grant in 2012
Bow & Drape Inc. is an online retailer specializing in custom-designed apparel and accessories for women, including bridal clothing and pet products. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company allows customers to create unique garments by choosing from a selection of silhouettes, colors, and trims. Once a design is finalized, Bow & Drape manufactures the item in the USA and ships it directly to the customer within two weeks. Formerly known as Zoora LLC, Bow & Drape Inc. has been operating as a subsidiary of Brand Value Growth LLC since November 2019.

Ministry of Supply

Seed Round in 2012
Ministry of Supply, Inc. is a company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in the design and manufacture of performance professional apparel for both men and women. Established in 2010, the company focuses on creating innovative clothing that addresses the limitations of traditional work attire through advanced materials and purposeful design. Ministry of Supply aims to enhance comfort and functionality in business wear, allowing individuals to perform at their best throughout the workday. By leveraging scientific research and human-centered design, the company produces garments that are tailored to the body's form while maintaining a commitment to sustainability. The products are primarily sold online, reflecting the company's contemporary approach to retail.

Day 2 Night

Grant in 2011
Day2Night Convertible Heels created patent pending convertible high heel shoes for women. There are 5 interchangeable heels heights ranging from 1.5 inches to 3.5 inches that can be placed on/ off by simply pressing a button. Day2Night Convertible Heels will allow women to commute from home to the office and from the office to an evening event without ever having to change their shoes.

Day 2 Night

Grant in 2010
Day2Night Convertible Heels created patent pending convertible high heel shoes for women. There are 5 interchangeable heels heights ranging from 1.5 inches to 3.5 inches that can be placed on/ off by simply pressing a button. Day2Night Convertible Heels will allow women to commute from home to the office and from the office to an evening event without ever having to change their shoes.
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