Generation Tux
Oakland, US · Founded 2014 · Delaware corporation
Generation Tux offers online suit and tuxedo rentals and purchases, shipping garments to customers' homes ahead of weddings, proms, and other special events. It provides planning services such as free swatches, virtual styling consultations, and home try-ons, primarily aimed at wedding parties.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Founders & leadership
Generation Tux was founded in 2014 by George Zimmer.
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George ZimmerFounder
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Rob WrubelExecutive
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Christopher HemmeterExecutive
Board
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Ian IsaacsBoard director
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$42.5M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2014–2015
▶$19.2MraisedSep 2015 · 26 investors · RetailingRule 506(b)
▶$19.2MraisedSep 2015 · 26 investors · Retailing
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Ian IsaacsDirector
- George ZimmerExecutive Officer, Director
- Rob WrubelExecutive Officer, Director
- Christopher HemmeterExecutive Officer, Director
- Offering amount
- $30M
- Amount sold
- $19.2M
- First sale
- Mar 2015
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2014
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
▶$23.4MraisedSep 2015 · 25 investors · RetailingRule 506(b)
▶$23.4MraisedSep 2015 · 25 investors · Retailing
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Rob WrubelExecutive Officer, Director
- George ZimmerExecutive Officer, Director
- Christopher HemmeterExecutive Officer, Director
- Ian IsaacsDirector
- Offering amount
- $24M
- Amount sold
- $23.4M
- First sale
- May 2014
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2014
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
Competitors · 4
by search overlapThe Black Tux13194 shared keywordsThe Black Tux offers premium formal wear for men through rental and retail options, combining high-end quality with rental convenience for weddings and formal occasions.
Gq5275 shared keywordsGQ is a men's lifestyle and culture publication covering style, grooming, watches, wellness, sports, and entertainment. It produces editorial features, celebrity profiles, and a print magazine available by subscription.
Weddingwire5260 shared keywordsWeddingWire is an online marketplace that connects engaged couples in the U.S. with local wedding vendors such as venues, photographers, and florists, featuring vendor listings, reviews, pricing, and availability. It also provides free wedding planning tools including checklists, budget planners, seating charts, customizable wedding websites, and a community forum.
Vogue5001 shared keywordsVogue is a fashion and lifestyle media publication covering celebrity style, runway fashion, beauty, weddings, and wellness through articles, videos, and a print magazine. It serves a general consumer audience interested in fashion and pop culture.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Generation Tux do?
- Generation Tux offers online suit and tuxedo rentals and purchases, shipping garments to customers' homes ahead of weddings, proms, and other special events. It provides planning services such as free swatches, virtual styling consultations, and home try-ons, primarily aimed at wedding parties.
- Who founded Generation Tux?
- Generation Tux was founded by George Zimmer in 2014.
- How much funding has Generation Tux raised?
- Generation Tux has disclosed $42.5M raised across 2 rounds.
- Where is Generation Tux headquartered?
- Generation Tux is headquartered in Oakland, US.