Eight innovative fashion forward companies were selected from 127 applicants addressing industry challenges such as: Innovative data analytics, digital fit, interactive display, and omni-channel technologies. The Lab Companies also had access to fashion industry professionals, business development experts, investors and successful entrepreneurs for advice and support over the course of the 12 week program. On July 24, 2014, the program concluded with a Demo Day hosted at Hearst Tower, an event attended by retail executives, investors, and press. Each of the Lab Companies presented their business opportunity and the Lab’s inaugural Demo Day that was covered by press, including WWD, Forbes Online, Bloomberg Businessweek, Fast Company, Entrepreneur Magazine, PSFK, and AlleyWatch, as well as a segment on CBS This Morning.
Founding Members
Alex and Ani
Ann Inc.
Estee Lauder
J Crew
Kate Spade & Company
Global Brands Group
Li & Fung
LVMH
Macy’s
Ralph Lauren