skinnyCorp, Inc.

skinnyCorp, Inc. is an innovative company that specializes in custom apparel and art through its subsidiary, Threadless, providing unique and personalized options primarily targeting Millennials and Gen Z. Founded in 2001 in Chicago, US, skinnyCorp, Inc. operates through its subsidiary Threadless, which focuses on custom apparel and art.

The company has maintained its operational strategy without major pivots and was established by Jake Nickell. skinnyCorp, Inc. has engaged in one funding round, securing growth financing from InSight Venture Partners in November 2006, with financial terms undisclosed. Threadless, a subsidiary of skinnyCorp LLC, specializes in the design and retail of custom apparel and art, primarily focusing on T-shirts available at promotional prices of USD 12.

50. The product range includes long-sleeve shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, wall art, and home decor items, featuring designs by independent artists. Threadless caters to a global customer base, emphasizing engagement by allowing artists to sell directly through their shops, thereby fostering a community of creators and consumers. Threadless generates revenue primarily through direct-to-consumer sales of apparel and art products on its online platform.

Customers can purchase T-shirts during promotional events at USD 12. 50, with sweatshirts starting at USD 30. Additionally, the company supports artists through its marketplace, enabling them to earn royalties on their designs, contributing to Threadless's overall revenue model. In November 2006, skinnyCorp, Inc.

secured growth financing to support its expansion efforts. The company is focused on designing and launching new products, with plans to further penetrate markets in Europe and parts of Asia by the end of 2023. Recent funding will be allocated towards these product launches and geographic expansions, enhancing its position in the competitive e-commerce landscape.