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Vaila Shoes
Techstars '21Charlotte, US · Founded 2021 · 2 employees on LinkedIn · 2 known investors
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Vaila Shoes is a footwear direct-to-consumer brand that sells shoes and gift cards.
Founders & leadership
Vaila Shoes was founded in 2021 by Ahriana Edwards.
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Ahriana EdwardsFounder & CEOAhriana Edwards founded Vaila Shoes, a footwear brand for women with extended sizes, in 2022, bringing prior experience in sales and marketing roles across retail, CPG, tech, nonprofit, food & beverage, and fashion sectors.
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Competitors · 5
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Poshmark, Inc.88 shared keywordsPoshmark is a fashion resale marketplace that enables individuals to buy and sell secondhand clothing and accessories through a mobile-first platform. The company operates a community-driven commerce model focused on sustainable fashion across the U.S. and Canada.
Zappos45 shared keywordsZappos is an online retailer selling shoes, sandals, and related footwear accessories from brands such as Crocs across men's, women's, and kids' categories. It operates as an ecommerce store offering a wide catalog of footwear and shoe charms directly to consumers.
Shopmy36 shared keywordsShopMy operates a creator commerce platform linking premium brands, curators and shoppers via storefronts and affiliate tools.
Thredup22 shared keywordsThredUp 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.
Velasca16 shared keywordsVelasca is an Italian footwear and apparel brand selling Made in Italy shoes and accessories directly to consumers. It operates as a direct-to-consumer retailer in the fashion and lifestyle category.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Vaila Shoes do?
- Vaila Shoes is a footwear direct-to-consumer brand that sells shoes and gift cards.
- Who founded Vaila Shoes?
- Vaila Shoes was founded by Ahriana Edwards in 2021.
- Who are Vaila Shoes's investors?
- Vaila Shoes's investors include Nex Cubed, Techstars.
- Where is Vaila Shoes headquartered?
- Vaila Shoes is headquartered in Charlotte, US.