# M.M. LaFleur

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/m-m-lafleur

- Industry: Consumer Products
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.mmlafleur.com
- Latest round: Series A (Jul 15, 2016)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

M.M. LaFleur Inc. is a company focused on designing professional women's apparel, addressing the style and functionality needs of modern working women with its versatile clothing offerings.Founded in 2013, M.M. LaFleur Inc. is based in New York, US. The company specializes in professional women's clothing and has not undergone significant operational changes. The founders of the company are Miyako Nakamura, Narie Foster, and Sarah Lafleur, with Sarah Lafleur serving as the CEO. In July 2024, the company was acquired from Cool Japan Fund, without disclosed financial terms. M.M. LaFleur has raised a total of JPY 300.000 mn through multiple funding rounds, with the latest round occurring in July 2024 and involving the Cool Japan Fund.M.M. LaFleur specializes in providing professional women's apparel designed to meet the needs of modern working women. Their core product offerings include a range of high-quality clothing items such as dresses, blouses, trousers, and outerwear, crafted with an emphasis on functionality and style. The customer base primarily consists of career-oriented women in urban areas, particularly in industries such as finance, law, and corporate management. Their products are sold predominantly in the United States, focusing on major metropolitan markets including New York City, San Francisco, and Chicago.M.M. LaFleur generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales via their online platform, offering curated outfits and individual pieces tailored to clients' professional needs. The company employs a subscription model allowing customers to receive personalized clothing selections regularly, enhancing loyalty and retention. Transactions typically occur through online purchases, with clients selecting from various pricing tiers based on their chosen items, including flagship offerings known for quality and design.With the recent acquisition completed on July 26, 2024, M.M. LaFleur plans to operate more independently while pursuing its growth strategy. The company aims to enhance its product range with new designs to cater to its clientele's evolving needs. Additionally, M.M. LaFleur is exploring expansions into new geographic markets, targeting urban centers beyond its current focus, although specific regions and dates have not been detailed. The funding received will support these initiatives, allowing the company to proceed with its growth plans without direct involvement from the Cool Japan Fund.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jul 15, 2016 — Grace Beauty Capital
- Seed, May 6, 2015 — 645 Ventures, Grace Beauty Capital
- Seed, Jun 19, 2014 — Grace Beauty Capital

## Investors

- Grace Beauty Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/grace-beauty-capital) — Seed, Series A
- 645 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/645-ventures) — Seed