Hemster, the Company Behind the First-Ever On-Demand Tailoring Service
Summary
“I grew up in South Korea, where shoppers typically find the correct size based on weight first and where tailoring is expected, even with budget options,” Hemster CEO and founder Allison Lee said in a statement. The company’s tailors specialise in different types of garments, including bridal, menswear and fashion design—making them more productive and efficient than what is typical in the industry. “It’s critical for us, as a retailer, to continue to implement features and services that help enhance our consumer’s life: the woman who is in charge, busy, and needs an unparalleled one-stop experience,” said Sandra Campos, CEO of Diane von Furstenberg. “Bespoke tailoring is one of the world’s oldest professions, but the industry hasn’t seen a radical update in decades,” said Paul Martino, general partner at Bullpen Capital. Their ‘perfect fit’ data holds massive potential for traditional retailers, e-commerce DTC players and marketplaces alike, who all crave new and personal touchpoints with their customers.”