Kaporal Collections
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Kaporal Collections - overview
Established
2004
Location
Marseille, -, France
Primary Industry
Consumer Products
About
Kaporal Collections is a French company specializing in urban denim fashion, known for its stylish range of jeans and complementary apparel designed to meet contemporary consumer preferences. Founded in 2004 in Marseille, France, Kaporal Collections operates within the urban denim fashion sector, primarily focusing on jeans and related clothing. The company underwent a significant change in ownership when TowerBrook acquired a majority stake in May 2013, with the transaction completed in July 2013. The founder's history is not specified, nor are there mentions of subsidiaries or previous mergers.
Kaporal specializes in urban denim fashion, offering a diverse range of apparel primarily centered around jeans, which are a core element of their product line. The company also includes various complementary clothing items and accessories designed to cater to contemporary style preferences. Their products are crafted with a focus on quality, durability, and current fashion trends, addressing the needs of customers who seek fashionable yet functional attire. The brand targets a wide demographic, including young adults and fashion-conscious consumers, primarily in European markets such as France, Belgium, and Switzerland.
By maintaining an emphasis on innovative designs and limited-edition collections, Kaporal aims to engage customers seeking unique and trendy clothing options. In 2023, Kaporal reported a revenue of EUR 38. 62 bn and an EBITDA of EUR 4. 33 bn.
The company generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales as well as partnerships with retailers, utilizing secure payment methods such as Adyen™ and PayPal. Kaporal provides promotional incentives, including free shipping on orders over EUR 95 and complimentary returns for members of their loyalty program, the Klubbers. Their pricing strategies align with their target market, offering accessible luxury denim products that appeal to a broad audience. Kaporal is focusing on expanding its product line with upcoming releases that align with current fashion trends.
Furthermore, the company has plans to penetrate additional European markets by 2025, aiming to establish a stronger presence in countries such as Germany and the Netherlands. The capital raised from the acquisition by TowerBrook will support these initiatives to enhance product development and market outreach.
Current Investors
TowerBrook, MBO+
Primary Industry
Consumer Products
Sub Industries
Footwear, Clothing, Accessories, Clothing Stores
Website
www.kaporal.com
Verticals
E-commerce, Manufacturing
Company Stage
Mature
Total Amount Raised
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Kaporal Collections - timeline of key events

Kaporal Collections - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 100,384,080 | 98,740,835 | 89,983,715 | 85,819,481 | 61,943,605 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | (1.6%) | (8.9%) | (4.6%) | (27.8%) | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 8,638,907 | 12,395,756 | 3,556,935 | (1,206,979) | (6,500,241) | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 7,692,188 | 10,748,314 | 1,625,093 | (3,164,035) | (8,445,684) | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 7.7% | 10.9% | 1.8% | (3.7%) | (13.6%) | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 8.6% | 12.6% | 4.0% | (1.4%) | (10.5%) | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 4,457,563 | 5,768,329 | (6,014,782) | 6,033,149 | (9,541,535) | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 4.4% | 5.8% | (6.7%) | 7.0% | (15.4%) | - | - | - |
Kaporal Collections - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary Buyout | Completed | Kaporal Collections | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Kaporal Collections | - | ||||||||
| Unspecified Exit | Completed | Kaporal Collections | - | ||||||||
| Unspecified Exit | Completed | Kaporal Collections | - |
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Kaporal Collections - employee data


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