Skims
Founded Year
2019Stage
Series B | AliveTotal Raised
$394MValuation
$0000Last Raised
$240M | 1 yr agoMissing: Skims's Product Demo & Case Studies
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CB Insights Intelligence Analysts have mentioned Skims in 2 CB Insights research briefs, most recently on Nov 3, 2022.
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Skims Patents
Skims has filed 3 patents.
The 3 most popular patent topics include:
- Lingerie
- Sports clothing
- Trousers and shorts
Application Date | Grant Date | Title | Related Topics | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
6/12/2019 | 12/27/2022 | Graphical projections, Technical drawing, Roadsters, Light machine guns, Cephalopod zootomy | Grant |
Application Date | 6/12/2019 |
|---|---|
Grant Date | 12/27/2022 |
Title | |
Related Topics | Graphical projections, Technical drawing, Roadsters, Light machine guns, Cephalopod zootomy |
Status | Grant |
Latest Skims News
Jan 31, 2023
By Jan 31, 2023 Skims announced on Monday the appointment of Robert Norton to the role of chief commercial officer, a newly created role for the U.S. shapewear brand, founded by Kim Kardashian . Robert Norton - Courtesy Norton joines Skims from Moncler , where he most recently served as president of Moncler Americas. Before that, he was with Roberto Cavalli as chief executive officer of the Americas. Prior to that, the luxury executive spent nearly 15 years at Ralph Lauren , where he eventually became vice president, divisional merchandise manager of men’s, prior to which he was vice president, Ralph Lauren Retail, North America. Announcing the news via the company's LinkedIn, Skims said it hired Norton to turn its company into a "global retail brand." “I have been a fan of Robert’s for several years and believe him to be a rare, creatively minded executive who knows how to build both a brand and a business," said Jens Grede, co-founder and CEO of Skims. "We are excited to have Robert on the team as we continue the evolution of SKIMS into a global retail brand." Norton will report to Grede. Known for its neutral colour palette and body inclusivity, Skims was co-founded in 2019 by Kim Kardashian, Jens Grede and Emma Grede. In January 2022, the company secured $240 million in a funding round led by Lone Pine Capital, taking its total valuation to $3.2 billion. More recently, Skims launched its debut swimwear collection last March. Copyright © 2023 FashionNetwork.com All rights reserved. Tags :
Skims Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Skims founded?
Skims was founded in 2019.
Where is Skims's headquarters?
Skims's headquarters is located at 3113 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles.
What is Skims's latest funding round?
Skims's latest funding round is Series B.
How much did Skims raise?
Skims raised a total of $394M.
Who are the investors of Skims?
Investors of Skims include Thrive Capital, Alliance Consumer Growth, Imaginary Ventures, Lone Pine Capital and D1 Capital Partners.
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