Revolutionizing the fashion industry.
Huue
Convertible Note in 2024
Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.
Revolutionizing the fashion industry.
Stofee is a global fashion marketplace designed to assist fashion manufacturers in diversifying their supply chains and sourcing products from around the world. The company's platform facilitates the discovery of trending designs and provides access to a wide variety of fabrics. Additionally, Stofee offers working capital and connects users with a network of cloud manufacturing facilities. Its services include tracking and monitoring the progress and quality of garments, thereby supporting fashion organizations in fabric sourcing and demand generation.
Gozen is a company focused on redefining human engagement with the environment through innovative material science. It specializes in the development of biomaterials aimed at promoting sustainability. By utilizing microorganisms along with agricultural and industrial organic waste, Gozen creates fully biodegradable, biocompatible, and non-toxic alternatives to traditional leather. Employing a biomimicry approach, the company merges scientific principles with creative expression to provide the fashion industry with sustainable options. Gozen's commitment to sustainability positions it as a leader in the movement towards environmentally responsible materials.
Biofluff
Seed Round in 2023
BioFluff is a manufacturer specializing in plant-based fur designed to serve the fashion industry by providing a sustainable alternative to animal and plastic fur. The company utilizes a patented process along with retrofitted equipment to ensure a scalable production of its eco-friendly materials. Sourced from organic renewable fiber plants, BioFluff’s products are developed without gene splicing, gene editing, or the use of petrochemicals and unsustainable raw-oil derivatives. This commitment to sustainability extends to its customization services, allowing clients to personalize their materials according to specific features such as fur length, fiber density, color, top fur strength, bottom fur insulation properties, and suppleness. By combining innovation with customization options, BioFluff aims to meet the growing demand for luxury, sustainable textiles within the fashion industry.
silana
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Revolutionizing the fashion industry.
Biomr is a fibre technology company that develops and produces eco-friendly, waterproof, and oil-resistant coatings for the fashion industry. Utilizing renewable organic sources and free from chemicals, their innovative coatings are designed to protect clothing from various substances, enabling clients to create durable, sustainable garments.
Styched
Seed Round in 2023
Styched is a direct-to-consumer youth fashion brand based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2019. The company specializes in the online manufacture and sale of a wide range of apparel, including graphic tees, polo t-shirts, full sleeve t-shirts, hoodies, workout wear, and joggers. Styched differentiates itself by offering an extensive and constantly evolving assortment of styles at affordable prices, utilizing a patented Production On Demand technology along with a zero inventory and zero warehouse model. This approach not only minimizes waste but also allows the brand to adapt quickly to the latest trends, providing consumers with fashionable garments that meet their needs.
KulturShift
Seed Round in 2022
KulturShift is a company focused on the distribution of celebrity-owned brands, specializing in beauty, fragrance, apparel, and lifestyle products. By connecting American celebrities with their fans in Asia, KulturShift facilitates the launch and sale of these brands, thereby bridging cultural gaps through art, entertainment, and commerce. The company operates as a platform that empowers celebrities to effectively engage with Asian markets, enhancing their reach and impact in the region.
Biofluff
Pre Seed Round in 2022
BioFluff is a manufacturer specializing in plant-based fur designed to serve the fashion industry by providing a sustainable alternative to animal and plastic fur. The company utilizes a patented process along with retrofitted equipment to ensure a scalable production of its eco-friendly materials. Sourced from organic renewable fiber plants, BioFluff’s products are developed without gene splicing, gene editing, or the use of petrochemicals and unsustainable raw-oil derivatives. This commitment to sustainability extends to its customization services, allowing clients to personalize their materials according to specific features such as fur length, fiber density, color, top fur strength, bottom fur insulation properties, and suppleness. By combining innovation with customization options, BioFluff aims to meet the growing demand for luxury, sustainable textiles within the fashion industry.
ClearDekho
Series A in 2022
ClearDekho is an online eyewear marketplace based in Uttar Pradesh that specializes in offering a diverse range of eyewear products. The company provides prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, reading glasses, computer glasses, and branded contact lenses, catering to various customer needs. ClearDekho aims to make eyewear accessible and affordable by allowing customers to purchase its products through both online and offline channels.
Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.
Keel.Labs
Series A in 2022
Keel Labs is a biomaterials company that focuses on developing ocean-based materials derived from renewable resources, particularly seaweed. The company aims to address the ecological damage caused by the fashion industry by creating durable and rapidly degradable yarns from kelp. Through its innovative platform, Keel Labs integrates scientific design and waste management into textile production, offering an alternative to conventional textiles for the footwear and apparel industries. This approach not only provides a functional resource but also emphasizes environmental sustainability, allowing for a more responsible and accessible option in material sourcing.
High Street Pakistan
Seed Round in 2022
High Street Pakistan is an e-commerce marketplace focused on providing authentic health, beauty, and fashion products to women in Pakistan. Recognizing the challenges faced by consumers in accessing top international brands due to long shipping times, high import duties, and risks of counterfeit products, the company aims to fulfill a significant market need valued at approximately $2 billion. By leveraging an exclusive Brand Ambassador program and offering a superior customer experience, High Street Pakistan ensures that over 100 renowned brands are available for instant nationwide delivery. The company positions itself as a local alternative to international beauty retailers, enabling women to easily purchase quality products at affordable prices while enjoying enticing deals.
Styched
Seed Round in 2022
Styched is a direct-to-consumer youth fashion brand based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2019. The company specializes in the online manufacture and sale of a wide range of apparel, including graphic tees, polo t-shirts, full sleeve t-shirts, hoodies, workout wear, and joggers. Styched differentiates itself by offering an extensive and constantly evolving assortment of styles at affordable prices, utilizing a patented Production On Demand technology along with a zero inventory and zero warehouse model. This approach not only minimizes waste but also allows the brand to adapt quickly to the latest trends, providing consumers with fashionable garments that meet their needs.
Voilà For Influencers
Series A in 2022
Voilà For Influencers is a leader in helping fashion influencers monetize content by connecting influencers, brands, and shoppers through AI.
Rosetta.ai
Seed Round in 2021
Rosetta, Inc. operates as a SaaS platform that assists e-commerce sites in analyzing consumer preferences and enhancing customer retention. Founded in 2018 and based in Taipei, Taiwan, the company leverages deep learning technology to uncover individual consumer behaviors and predict future sales. By focusing on the fashion industry, including apparel, cosmetics, and accessories, Rosetta.ai develops specialized algorithms to cater to the distinct shopping preferences within this vertical. The platform provides personalized recommendations and tools designed to trigger consumer engagement, thereby helping e-commerce businesses improve conversion rates and increase order value, both online and offline.
ClearDekho
Seed Round in 2021
ClearDekho is an online eyewear marketplace based in Uttar Pradesh that specializes in offering a diverse range of eyewear products. The company provides prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, reading glasses, computer glasses, and branded contact lenses, catering to various customer needs. ClearDekho aims to make eyewear accessible and affordable by allowing customers to purchase its products through both online and offline channels.
Swag Kicks
Seed Round in 2021
Swag Kicks is an online retail platform based in Karachi, Sindh, specializing in authentic pre-loved sneakers, trainers, and casual shoes. The company offers a diverse selection of branded footwear, including sports shoes and sneakers in various sizes and designs. By sourcing high-quality, original pre-loved shoes from different countries, Swag Kicks provides customers with an affordable alternative to new footwear, allowing them to enjoy their favorite brands at significantly reduced prices.
Keel.Labs
Venture Round in 2021
Keel Labs is a biomaterials company that focuses on developing ocean-based materials derived from renewable resources, particularly seaweed. The company aims to address the ecological damage caused by the fashion industry by creating durable and rapidly degradable yarns from kelp. Through its innovative platform, Keel Labs integrates scientific design and waste management into textile production, offering an alternative to conventional textiles for the footwear and apparel industries. This approach not only provides a functional resource but also emphasizes environmental sustainability, allowing for a more responsible and accessible option in material sourcing.
ARO Entertainment
Seed Round in 2021
ARO Entertainment is a unique provider of retail and brand management services that specializes in the distribution of celebrity brands in China, the world’s largest e-commerce market. As the only company focused exclusively on this niche, ARO Entertainment facilitates the entry of celebrity brands into the Chinese market, enabling them to reach and engage with approximately 120 million fans of Western celebrities. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including market positioning, brand strategy, product design and development, as well as supply chain logistics and operations management. By leveraging its expertise, ARO Entertainment helps celebrities effectively market and sell their products directly to consumers in China.
Huue
Convertible Note in 2021
Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.
Preemadonna
Seed Round in 2021
Preemadonna Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, that specializes in innovative solutions for girls and women. Founded in 2013, the company is best known for its flagship product, the Nailbot, an automated device that prints art and photos on nails in just five seconds. This AI-powered device is complemented by an art platform that fosters a creative community, primarily targeting Gen Z and Gen A young women. Preemadonna's offerings include customized nail art and the ability to share creations on social media. The company is also focused on developing future products that expand into nail polish and body art, utilizing advanced technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, and augmented reality, along with sustainable consumables.
Bucha Bio
Seed Round in 2020
Bucha Bio creates a novel biomaterial grown from infinitely renewable bacterial-nanocellulose. Strands of natural fibers interlock to form a high-performance textile with a luxuriously soft handfeel. Produced in weeks rather than months or years, use it in premium applications instead of animal leather, polyurethane, latex, vinyl, and so much more. Creating a reliable material is our goal, adding plastics and petrochemicals like PU polyurethane would make it easy, but we’ve never taken the easy way out. Committed to sustainability, Bucha Bio’s team is dedicated to creating a completely biodegradable textile that enables the next generation of designers to create products for a more sustainable future. Our biomaterial is water-resistant, scratch-resistant, sunlight-resistant, flame-resistant, and so many more reasons to test it out in your next product.
Rosetta.ai
Convertible Note in 2020
Rosetta, Inc. operates as a SaaS platform that assists e-commerce sites in analyzing consumer preferences and enhancing customer retention. Founded in 2018 and based in Taipei, Taiwan, the company leverages deep learning technology to uncover individual consumer behaviors and predict future sales. By focusing on the fashion industry, including apparel, cosmetics, and accessories, Rosetta.ai develops specialized algorithms to cater to the distinct shopping preferences within this vertical. The platform provides personalized recommendations and tools designed to trigger consumer engagement, thereby helping e-commerce businesses improve conversion rates and increase order value, both online and offline.
Voilà For Influencers
Seed Round in 2020
Voilà For Influencers is a leader in helping fashion influencers monetize content by connecting influencers, brands, and shoppers through AI.
Rosetta.ai
Seed Round in 2020
Rosetta, Inc. operates as a SaaS platform that assists e-commerce sites in analyzing consumer preferences and enhancing customer retention. Founded in 2018 and based in Taipei, Taiwan, the company leverages deep learning technology to uncover individual consumer behaviors and predict future sales. By focusing on the fashion industry, including apparel, cosmetics, and accessories, Rosetta.ai develops specialized algorithms to cater to the distinct shopping preferences within this vertical. The platform provides personalized recommendations and tools designed to trigger consumer engagement, thereby helping e-commerce businesses improve conversion rates and increase order value, both online and offline.
ClearDekho
Seed Round in 2020
ClearDekho is an online eyewear marketplace based in Uttar Pradesh that specializes in offering a diverse range of eyewear products. The company provides prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, reading glasses, computer glasses, and branded contact lenses, catering to various customer needs. ClearDekho aims to make eyewear accessible and affordable by allowing customers to purchase its products through both online and offline channels.
FlashFomo Pty
Seed Round in 2019
FlashFomo Pty Ltd is an online marketplace based in Collingwood, Australia, that connects Asian social influencers with their fans by offering personalized products through flash sales. Founded in 2019, the company enables influencers to leverage their creativity by collaborating with FlashFomo to transform their followers into consumers. The platform features a diverse range of custom-designed items, including home wares, fashion accessories, jewelry, mobile cases, sunglasses, caps, bags, gift cards, and stickers, all created by the influencers. FlashFomo operates on a profit-sharing model that incentivizes influencers, emphasizing immediate sales rather than mere social media engagement. This business model allows influencers to maximize their economic potential while providing unique products to their audience.
Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.
Yuna is an online personal styling and shopping platform dedicated to empowering women through fashion. The company offers a personalized experience by learning about users' fashion preferences and recommending clothing that aligns with their style and body type. Yuna's services include online fashion consultations and tailored product suggestions, aiming to simplify the shopping process and enhance customers' confidence and satisfaction. By providing a unique and customized approach to styling, Yuna strives to help women find the right fit and style, making the often overwhelming task of shopping more enjoyable and efficient.
Voilà For Influencers
Seed Round in 2019
Voilà For Influencers is a leader in helping fashion influencers monetize content by connecting influencers, brands, and shoppers through AI.
Natbay Limited is a luxury fashion and lifestyle e-commerce platform based in Thailand, specializing in a diverse range of clothing and accessories from prestigious designers. It caters to fashion enthusiasts in Southeast Asia, offering an extensive selection that includes coats, dresses, jumpsuits, pants, and various types of footwear. In addition to apparel, Natbay features a wide array of bags, such as backpacks and clutches, along with accessories like jewelry, sunglasses, and scarves. The platform is designed to provide customers with access to hard-to-find and bespoke items, ensuring authenticity and competitive pricing. With a curated collection from over 600 sought-after brands, Natbay has positioned itself as a premier destination for those seeking the latest trends in luxury fashion.
Try & Buy Fashion
Seed Round in 2019
Try & Buy Fashion is a technology company specializing in computer vision and artificial intelligence, founded in 2017 and based in Westlake Village, California. The company has developed innovative application software that provides virtual trial room solutions, enabling users to virtually try on clothing through its advanced software. This includes features such as fitting checks, mix and match options, and personalized advisory services. Try & Buy's technology is protected by over 70 international patents, with nine granted in the United States. The company's virtual try-on solutions are designed for integration into both online fashion e-commerce platforms and physical retail stores, allowing customers to interact with virtual try-on screens while shopping. In recognition of its groundbreaking technology, Try & Buy was awarded Amazon's Innovator of the Year in 2020 for creating the world's most advanced virtual trial room.
Bombfell
Convertible Note in 2019
Bombfell is a New York-based company that specializes in providing an online clothing and styling service tailored for men. Founded in 2011, Bombfell offers a unique solution where each client is paired with a dedicated personal stylist who selects outfits based on the client's fit and taste. Customers pay only for the clothes they decide to keep, with free shipping and returns, and there are no styling fees or commitments involved. The service caters to various settings, including office wear, and allows customers to preview and approve their selections before finalizing the order.
Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.
Try & Buy Fashion
Seed Round in 2018
Try & Buy Fashion is a technology company specializing in computer vision and artificial intelligence, founded in 2017 and based in Westlake Village, California. The company has developed innovative application software that provides virtual trial room solutions, enabling users to virtually try on clothing through its advanced software. This includes features such as fitting checks, mix and match options, and personalized advisory services. Try & Buy's technology is protected by over 70 international patents, with nine granted in the United States. The company's virtual try-on solutions are designed for integration into both online fashion e-commerce platforms and physical retail stores, allowing customers to interact with virtual try-on screens while shopping. In recognition of its groundbreaking technology, Try & Buy was awarded Amazon's Innovator of the Year in 2020 for creating the world's most advanced virtual trial room.
Keel.Labs
Seed Round in 2018
Keel Labs is a biomaterials company that focuses on developing ocean-based materials derived from renewable resources, particularly seaweed. The company aims to address the ecological damage caused by the fashion industry by creating durable and rapidly degradable yarns from kelp. Through its innovative platform, Keel Labs integrates scientific design and waste management into textile production, offering an alternative to conventional textiles for the footwear and apparel industries. This approach not only provides a functional resource but also emphasizes environmental sustainability, allowing for a more responsible and accessible option in material sourcing.
Hercules Wear
Seed Round in 2018
Hercules Wear
ClearDekho
Venture Round in 2018
ClearDekho is an online eyewear marketplace based in Uttar Pradesh that specializes in offering a diverse range of eyewear products. The company provides prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, reading glasses, computer glasses, and branded contact lenses, catering to various customer needs. ClearDekho aims to make eyewear accessible and affordable by allowing customers to purchase its products through both online and offline channels.
Trendy Butler
Series A in 2018
Trendy Butler Inc. operates as a men's apparel subscription service, providing members with a curated selection of clothing valued at over $150 for a monthly fee of $65. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, the company serves customers across the Continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. Trendy Butler distinguishes itself by personalizing each subscription box according to individual style preferences, sizes, and personalities, ensuring that customers receive items that resonate with their fashion sense. The service includes a diverse range of apparel such as dress shirts, joggers, hoodies, and jackets, and collaborates with prominent brands to deliver quality clothing at an affordable price.
Preemadonna
Seed Round in 2017
Preemadonna Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, that specializes in innovative solutions for girls and women. Founded in 2013, the company is best known for its flagship product, the Nailbot, an automated device that prints art and photos on nails in just five seconds. This AI-powered device is complemented by an art platform that fosters a creative community, primarily targeting Gen Z and Gen A young women. Preemadonna's offerings include customized nail art and the ability to share creations on social media. The company is also focused on developing future products that expand into nail polish and body art, utilizing advanced technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, and augmented reality, along with sustainable consumables.
Keel.Labs
Seed Round in 2017
Keel Labs is a biomaterials company that focuses on developing ocean-based materials derived from renewable resources, particularly seaweed. The company aims to address the ecological damage caused by the fashion industry by creating durable and rapidly degradable yarns from kelp. Through its innovative platform, Keel Labs integrates scientific design and waste management into textile production, offering an alternative to conventional textiles for the footwear and apparel industries. This approach not only provides a functional resource but also emphasizes environmental sustainability, allowing for a more responsible and accessible option in material sourcing.
VeeShop
Seed Round in 2017
Cross-border e-commerce platform providing high-end clothes, jewelry, digital products based in Beijing.
Fashory
Convertible Note in 2017
Fashory is an Android-based shopping platform founded in January 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, China. It offers a fashion recommendation application that acts as a personal shoppable magazine, helping female online shoppers make informed purchasing decisions. The platform provides users with curated fashion insights and recommendations tailored to various occasions, allowing them to browse and purchase trending dresses suited to their needs. By combining editorial content with the convenience of online shopping, Fashory enhances the shopping experience for women seeking new styles.
Trendy Butler
Convertible Note in 2016
Trendy Butler Inc. operates as a men's apparel subscription service, providing members with a curated selection of clothing valued at over $150 for a monthly fee of $65. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, the company serves customers across the Continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. Trendy Butler distinguishes itself by personalizing each subscription box according to individual style preferences, sizes, and personalities, ensuring that customers receive items that resonate with their fashion sense. The service includes a diverse range of apparel such as dress shirts, joggers, hoodies, and jackets, and collaborates with prominent brands to deliver quality clothing at an affordable price.
NeoNan is a China-based company that operates a web portal dedicated to providing digital publications focused on fitness and dating advice, specifically targeting male consumers. The platform offers a variety of content relevant to men, covering topics such as fashion, health, lifestyle, wealth, and automobile interests. With a commitment to fostering a positive life philosophy and an understanding of international fashion trends among Chinese men, NeoNan aims to deliver comprehensive information and insights that enhance their readers' lives. Through its tech-driven approach, the company seeks to establish itself as a leading media brand within the male consumer verticals.
Out of X
Convertible Note in 2016
Out of X is a fashion crowdfunding platform that connects independent fashion designers with consumers, particularly focusing on the Chinese market. The company aims to make independent fashion accessible and affordable while supporting designers in their growth. It facilitates partnerships between these brands and Chinese retailers, enabling them to expand their customer base significantly. Out of X specializes in aligning designers with the right consumer segments, ensuring that curated collections from Western designers reach premier buyers. This approach not only helps designers gain visibility but also allows fashion-forward consumers to stay connected with the latest trends in independent fashion.
TrustLuxe
Seed Round in 2016
TrustLuxe is a luxury online retailer and fashion influencer based in Shanghai, China. The company offers affluent consumers access to a carefully curated selection of niche luxury brands, providing an inspirational shopping experience both online and offline. TrustLuxe collaborates with a diverse range of brands, designers, artists, galleries, and expert craftsmen from around the world, showcasing their creations to a discerning Chinese clientele. Through its e-commerce platform, social media presence, and physical showrooms, TrustLuxe connects Western luxury brands directly with Chinese consumers, ensuring that information is presented in Chinese and tailored to local tastes.
Fashory
Seed Round in 2016
Fashory is an Android-based shopping platform founded in January 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, China. It offers a fashion recommendation application that acts as a personal shoppable magazine, helping female online shoppers make informed purchasing decisions. The platform provides users with curated fashion insights and recommendations tailored to various occasions, allowing them to browse and purchase trending dresses suited to their needs. By combining editorial content with the convenience of online shopping, Fashory enhances the shopping experience for women seeking new styles.
Tinsel Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in designing and manufacturing audio necklaces for women. The company's flagship product, The Dipper, combines the elegance of jewelry with the functionality of headphones, allowing users to listen to music, podcasts, and make phone calls seamlessly. Tinsel aims to transform everyday tech accessories into stylish fashion items, addressing common issues such as tangled wires and bulky designs that often burden users. By integrating advanced technology into aesthetically pleasing jewelry, Tinsel enhances the user experience while complementing personal style.
Preemadonna
Convertible Note in 2016
Preemadonna Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, that specializes in innovative solutions for girls and women. Founded in 2013, the company is best known for its flagship product, the Nailbot, an automated device that prints art and photos on nails in just five seconds. This AI-powered device is complemented by an art platform that fosters a creative community, primarily targeting Gen Z and Gen A young women. Preemadonna's offerings include customized nail art and the ability to share creations on social media. The company is also focused on developing future products that expand into nail polish and body art, utilizing advanced technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, and augmented reality, along with sustainable consumables.
Electroloom
Convertible Note in 2016
Electroloom is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in 3D printing services for fabrics, focusing primarily on the creation of customized, on-demand apparel such as T-shirts and sweaters. Founded in 2013, the company employs a proprietary electrospinning process known as Field Guided Fabrication, which allows for the production of lightweight, seamless fabrics. This innovative manufacturing method operates similarly to traditional 3D printing, enabling the creation of various fibrous articles, including clothing and tissue engineering scaffolds. By leveraging this technology, Electroloom aims to provide the clothing industry with unique materials that can enhance designers' collections and meet the evolving demands of consumers.
Spira is a company focused on developing sustainable, algae-based ingredients that aim to replace petroleum and animal-derived compounds in various industries. Through extensive product development, Spira has created food-safe dyes and industrial ingredients that contribute to both human and planetary health. The company collaborates with a global network of farming partners to manufacture raw materials that support beverage, alcohol, cosmetics, textiles, and confectionery brands. Additionally, Spira's services include carbon capture and wastewater management solutions, which not only aid in reducing carbon footprints but also support farmers in developing countries. By promoting the use of healthier materials, Spira is committed to fostering a more sustainable future.
OneMoreCloset
Seed Round in 2016
OneMoreCloset is a clothing rental platform that provides a vast selection of rentable apparel for men, women, and children at competitive prices, with direct delivery options. The platform aims to connect retail stores and individual designers with users through an interactive clothes-sharing application. It allows users not only to rent clothes but also to create personal pages to rent out their own garments, setting their own rental prices. This innovative service targets a diverse clientele, including women and the upper-class market, making stylish clothing more accessible and promoting sustainable fashion practices.
Kniterate
Convertible Note in 2016
Kniterate, Inc. is a manufacturer based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in digital knitting machines. Established in 2015, the company offers an innovative compact machine that transforms digital designs into knitted garments automatically, streamlining the process of designing and producing knitwear. This technology allows users to create a variety of items, such as scarves, beanies, sweaters, and dresses, within minutes. By democratizing clothing manufacturing, Kniterate enables individuals and small businesses to explore the potential of knitting and produce personalized goods locally. Unlike traditional industrial knitting machines, which are expensive and require significant space and technical skills, Kniterate's machine is designed to be affordable and user-friendly, significantly reducing waste by knitting garments to shape.
NeoNan
Convertible Note in 2016
NeoNan is a China-based company that operates a web portal dedicated to providing digital publications focused on fitness and dating advice, specifically targeting male consumers. The platform offers a variety of content relevant to men, covering topics such as fashion, health, lifestyle, wealth, and automobile interests. With a commitment to fostering a positive life philosophy and an understanding of international fashion trends among Chinese men, NeoNan aims to deliver comprehensive information and insights that enhance their readers' lives. Through its tech-driven approach, the company seeks to establish itself as a leading media brand within the male consumer verticals.
Trendy Butler
Debt Financing in 2016
Trendy Butler Inc. operates as a men's apparel subscription service, providing members with a curated selection of clothing valued at over $150 for a monthly fee of $65. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, the company serves customers across the Continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. Trendy Butler distinguishes itself by personalizing each subscription box according to individual style preferences, sizes, and personalities, ensuring that customers receive items that resonate with their fashion sense. The service includes a diverse range of apparel such as dress shirts, joggers, hoodies, and jackets, and collaborates with prominent brands to deliver quality clothing at an affordable price.
Trendy Butler
Convertible Note in 2015
Trendy Butler Inc. operates as a men's apparel subscription service, providing members with a curated selection of clothing valued at over $150 for a monthly fee of $65. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, the company serves customers across the Continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. Trendy Butler distinguishes itself by personalizing each subscription box according to individual style preferences, sizes, and personalities, ensuring that customers receive items that resonate with their fashion sense. The service includes a diverse range of apparel such as dress shirts, joggers, hoodies, and jackets, and collaborates with prominent brands to deliver quality clothing at an affordable price.
Kniterate
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Kniterate, Inc. is a manufacturer based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in digital knitting machines. Established in 2015, the company offers an innovative compact machine that transforms digital designs into knitted garments automatically, streamlining the process of designing and producing knitwear. This technology allows users to create a variety of items, such as scarves, beanies, sweaters, and dresses, within minutes. By democratizing clothing manufacturing, Kniterate enables individuals and small businesses to explore the potential of knitting and produce personalized goods locally. Unlike traditional industrial knitting machines, which are expensive and require significant space and technical skills, Kniterate's machine is designed to be affordable and user-friendly, significantly reducing waste by knitting garments to shape.
Preemadonna
Seed Round in 2015
Preemadonna Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, that specializes in innovative solutions for girls and women. Founded in 2013, the company is best known for its flagship product, the Nailbot, an automated device that prints art and photos on nails in just five seconds. This AI-powered device is complemented by an art platform that fosters a creative community, primarily targeting Gen Z and Gen A young women. Preemadonna's offerings include customized nail art and the ability to share creations on social media. The company is also focused on developing future products that expand into nail polish and body art, utilizing advanced technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, and augmented reality, along with sustainable consumables.
NeoNan
Venture Round in 2015
NeoNan is a China-based company that operates a web portal dedicated to providing digital publications focused on fitness and dating advice, specifically targeting male consumers. The platform offers a variety of content relevant to men, covering topics such as fashion, health, lifestyle, wealth, and automobile interests. With a commitment to fostering a positive life philosophy and an understanding of international fashion trends among Chinese men, NeoNan aims to deliver comprehensive information and insights that enhance their readers' lives. Through its tech-driven approach, the company seeks to establish itself as a leading media brand within the male consumer verticals.
Efflorus
Seed Round in 2015
Efflorus is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of high-value fragrance compounds. Utilizing proprietary fermentation technology and micro-organisms like yeast, Efflorus creates sustainable alternatives to fragrance ingredients derived from endangered species or traditional extraction methods. Their offerings enable customers to access affordable, eco-friendly, and ethically sourced fragrances for various industries such as cosmetics, perfumery, and household products.
Bioloom
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Bioloom is a San Francisco-based manufacturer specializing in bioengineered textiles designed to replace traditional cotton. The company focuses on producing next-generation performance bio-fabrics that offer fully customizable options for the fashion and industrial textiles industries. By utilizing innovative bioengineering techniques, Bioloom aims to eliminate the need for cotton harvesting, thereby providing sustainable alternatives that meet the diverse needs of modern textile applications.
PicBuy operates as a technology provider for retailers, offering a smart showroom solution. Their core product is a connected selfie mirror installed within retail stores. This mirror enables shoppers to capture images of themselves trying on clothes, track these outfits digitally, share them on social networks for feedback, and purchase the items online at their convenience after leaving the store.
Bombfell is a New York-based company that specializes in providing an online clothing and styling service tailored for men. Founded in 2011, Bombfell offers a unique solution where each client is paired with a dedicated personal stylist who selects outfits based on the client's fit and taste. Customers pay only for the clothes they decide to keep, with free shipping and returns, and there are no styling fees or commitments involved. The service caters to various settings, including office wear, and allows customers to preview and approve their selections before finalizing the order.
Electroloom
Seed Round in 2015
Electroloom is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in 3D printing services for fabrics, focusing primarily on the creation of customized, on-demand apparel such as T-shirts and sweaters. Founded in 2013, the company employs a proprietary electrospinning process known as Field Guided Fabrication, which allows for the production of lightweight, seamless fabrics. This innovative manufacturing method operates similarly to traditional 3D printing, enabling the creation of various fibrous articles, including clothing and tissue engineering scaffolds. By leveraging this technology, Electroloom aims to provide the clothing industry with unique materials that can enhance designers' collections and meet the evolving demands of consumers.
Cream NYC
Seed Round in 2014
CREAM is a mobile shopping app, and they've set out to evolve the way street style is discovered, experienced and bought. At CREAM, they partner with top designer and emerging brands, bloggers, models and stylists to curate unique looks they deliver to you weekly. They've made it their mission to be an all in one source for style inspiration and a destination to actually buy what inspires your style. Download CREAM for free on the App Store and Google Play and receive 15% off your first order, just for logging in. Free shipping and returns on all orders.
CLAWZ is a Shanghai-based company that specializes in designing and producing three-dimensional printed fingernail jewelry. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of products made from various metals, including silver, brass, and gold. CLAWZ's innovative fingernail jewelry can be applied to nails using adhesive stickers, allowing for easy removal without harming the natural nail or nail polish. The products are reusable and can be applied in just minutes, catering to women seeking to enhance their nail aesthetics. In addition to its unique offerings, CLAWZ provides online ordering services to facilitate customer access to its nail art solutions.
Preemadonna
Seed Round in 2014
Preemadonna Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, that specializes in innovative solutions for girls and women. Founded in 2013, the company is best known for its flagship product, the Nailbot, an automated device that prints art and photos on nails in just five seconds. This AI-powered device is complemented by an art platform that fosters a creative community, primarily targeting Gen Z and Gen A young women. Preemadonna's offerings include customized nail art and the ability to share creations on social media. The company is also focused on developing future products that expand into nail polish and body art, utilizing advanced technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, and augmented reality, along with sustainable consumables.
Clawz
Pre Seed Round in 2014
CLAWZ is a Shanghai-based company that specializes in designing and producing three-dimensional printed fingernail jewelry. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of products made from various metals, including silver, brass, and gold. CLAWZ's innovative fingernail jewelry can be applied to nails using adhesive stickers, allowing for easy removal without harming the natural nail or nail polish. The products are reusable and can be applied in just minutes, catering to women seeking to enhance their nail aesthetics. In addition to its unique offerings, CLAWZ provides online ordering services to facilitate customer access to its nail art solutions.
Shoe Lovers
Seed Round in 2014
Shoe Lovers, Inc. is a prominent online community based in Mexico City, founded in 2013, dedicated to shoe enthusiasts. Known for its platform, Yo Amo los Zapatos, the company has rapidly gained a substantial following, boasting over 38 million fans on Facebook within a year and a half. Shoe Lovers provides a unique social entertainment and commerce experience tailored for women who are passionate about shoes. The platform facilitates the discovery of trends and special offers, helping users navigate the vast array of options available across numerous websites. By leveraging community interactions and recommendations, Shoe Lovers aims to enhance user experience through personalized content that aligns with individual fashion preferences, thereby addressing the challenges many women face in finding shoes that resonate with their personal style.
ShopHop
Seed Round in 2014
ShopHop is a mobile application designed to enhance the shopping experience for users by providing curated, hyperlocal fashion guides. It connects travelers and locals with the latest trends in popular shopping destinations worldwide, including cities like Milan and Hong Kong. By collaborating with local boutiques and fashion influencers, ShopHop offers users actionable insights and exclusive deals tailored to their preferences in style, location, and mood. Unlike traditional web directories, ShopHop focuses solely on fashion, ensuring that users receive up-to-date information and special offers, such as tickets to fashion shows. The platform's mission is to transform shopping into an engaging adventure, making it simpler and more social while presenting a stylish and curated database of stores. Ultimately, ShopHop aims to empower users to shop like locals and discover unique fashion items effortlessly.
NeoNan
Venture Round in 2014
NeoNan is a China-based company that operates a web portal dedicated to providing digital publications focused on fitness and dating advice, specifically targeting male consumers. The platform offers a variety of content relevant to men, covering topics such as fashion, health, lifestyle, wealth, and automobile interests. With a commitment to fostering a positive life philosophy and an understanding of international fashion trends among Chinese men, NeoNan aims to deliver comprehensive information and insights that enhance their readers' lives. Through its tech-driven approach, the company seeks to establish itself as a leading media brand within the male consumer verticals.
Bombfell
Seed Round in 2013
Bombfell is a New York-based company that specializes in providing an online clothing and styling service tailored for men. Founded in 2011, Bombfell offers a unique solution where each client is paired with a dedicated personal stylist who selects outfits based on the client's fit and taste. Customers pay only for the clothes they decide to keep, with free shipping and returns, and there are no styling fees or commitments involved. The service caters to various settings, including office wear, and allows customers to preview and approve their selections before finalizing the order.
Bombfell
Seed Round in 2013
Bombfell is a New York-based company that specializes in providing an online clothing and styling service tailored for men. Founded in 2011, Bombfell offers a unique solution where each client is paired with a dedicated personal stylist who selects outfits based on the client's fit and taste. Customers pay only for the clothes they decide to keep, with free shipping and returns, and there are no styling fees or commitments involved. The service caters to various settings, including office wear, and allows customers to preview and approve their selections before finalizing the order.
Bombfell
Seed Round in 2012
Bombfell is a New York-based company that specializes in providing an online clothing and styling service tailored for men. Founded in 2011, Bombfell offers a unique solution where each client is paired with a dedicated personal stylist who selects outfits based on the client's fit and taste. Customers pay only for the clothes they decide to keep, with free shipping and returns, and there are no styling fees or commitments involved. The service caters to various settings, including office wear, and allows customers to preview and approve their selections before finalizing the order.
Made To Fit Me
Seed Round in 2011
Made To Fit Me is a clothing company based in Market Drayton, United Kingdom, specializing in the distribution of tailored dresses for women through both online and offline channels. The company focuses on mass market customization in women's fashion, addressing the common issue of limited size options in traditional retail. By offering a straightforward online measuring process, Made To Fit Me eliminates the uncertainty associated with finding the perfect fit, allowing customers to receive unique, one-of-a-kind garments tailored to their individual size and preferences. The dresses are crafted from ethically sourced materials, empowering women to express their personal style while enhancing their confidence.