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Curtsy

YC S16

San Francisco, US · Founded 2016 · 15 employees · 11 known investors

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Curtsy is a mobile marketplace where users buy and sell secondhand fashion items. The app connects sellers and buyers through a streamlined listing and discovery process focused on personal style preferences.

Circular EconomyConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceMarketplacesMarketplaceSustainable FashionUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S16)

Curtsy was founded in 2016 by David Oates and Eli Allen.

DODavid Oates
David OatesCEO and Co-FounderHe started the company with three high school friends and has grown it into a platform with hundreds of thousands of monthly active users.
EAEli Allen
Eli AllenFounder, CTO
EO
Eric OldrinFounder
WA
William Ault
AW
Allison WagnerRecruiterformer
AM
Aida MoradiRecruiterformer

Investors · 11

FJ Labslisted by FJ LabsNew York · $100K – $3M

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Index Ventureslisted by Index VenturesSan Francisco · $540K – $10.8M

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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1984 Ventures Management, LlcreportedSan Francisco · $750K – $1M

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CRV (Charles River Ventures)reportedBay Area · $250K – $5M

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FrialereportedNashville · $100K – $600K

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Jackson Square VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $1M – $5M

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Stellar Vreported

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SV AngelreportedSan Francisco · $150K – $20M

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Unpopular VenturesreportedMiami · $100K – $500K

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$22M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2021

Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.

Related companies · 10

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BinksBinks is a fashion brand that designs and sells women's clothing, primarily top wear including blouses, dresses, and kurtas, using sustainably sourced fabrics and a data-driven approach to sizing. The company uses 3D body measurements to create accurate size charts and offers a wide range of colors in contemporary silhouettes.
ThredupThredUp operates an online marketplace where consumers buy and sell secondhand clothing, and provides resale-as-a-service solutions for fashion brands seeking to incorporate circular commerce into their business models.
The Mercer ClubThe Mercer Club is a private network for founders and operators that uses AI and machine learning to match investment opportunities with members based on sector, stage, and geography, combining algorithmic scoring with human curation to filter deal flow.
autoneAutone provides inventory management and demand forecasting software for retail brands to optimize stock levels, reduce overproduction, and minimize waste. The platform helps retail teams make data-driven decisions about buying, replenishment, and restocking at scale.
Riya Collective
LystLyst is an online fashion shopping platform that aggregates clothing and accessories, including designer brands such as Saint Laurent, for consumers to browse and buy.
ShopmyShopMy operates a creator commerce platform linking premium brands, curators and shoppers via storefronts and affiliate tools.

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In the news

Curtsy, a clothing resale app aimed at Gen Z women, raises $11 million Series A | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · Jan 2021

Frequently asked questions

What does Curtsy do?
Curtsy is a mobile marketplace where users buy and sell secondhand fashion items. The app connects sellers and buyers through a streamlined listing and discovery process focused on personal style preferences.
Who founded Curtsy?
Curtsy was founded by David Oates, Eli Allen in 2016.
Who are Curtsy's investors?
Curtsy's investors include Canaan Partners, FJ Labs, Index Ventures, Y Combinator, 1984 Ventures Management, Llc, CRV (Charles River Ventures), Friale, Jackson Square Ventures and 3 more.
How much funding has Curtsy raised?
Curtsy has disclosed $22M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Curtsy headquartered?
Curtsy is headquartered in San Francisco, US.