The fashion industry is undergoing a technological renaissance, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a game-changer in areas like product design, virtual try-ons, personalization, and supply chain optimization. A new wave of innovative startups across the United States is harnessing the power of AI to revolutionize the way we create, market, and shop for fashion. From transforming sketches into photorealistic 3D models to enabling hyper-personalized shopping experiences, these disruptors are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in fashion tech.
Here are five AI-driven fashion tech startups:
Curated for You
Founded by Katy Aucoin and Mary Brendza, Curated for You is an AI-driven lifestyle commerce platform founded in 2022, designed to revolutionize e-commerce by aligning product discovery with consumer lifestyles and trends. The platform uses a proprietary Lifestyle Knowledge Graph to detect consumer motivations and automate the creation of trend, event, and lifestyle-based product assortments. By integrating lifestyle data into the shopping experience, Curated for You helps retailers like Revolve, Saks Off 5th, and Steve Madden increase conversion rates by up to 6x.
Revery.AI
Founded by Kedan Li and Jeffrey Zhang, Revery AI Inc., founded in 2020 is a cutting-edge startup specializing in virtual dressing room technology for online fashion retailers. Leveraging computer vision and artificial intelligence, Revery AI enables shoppers to mix and match garments and see them worn by customizable virtual models. This scalable solution enhances online engagement and conversion rates, with clients reporting significant increases in sales. Part of Y Combinator’s summer 2021 cohort, Revery AI is rapidly expanding, aiming to integrate its technology with more retailers and improve body type capabilities to offer a more personalized shopping experience.
AI. Fashion
Founded by John (Sinjin) Chirikjian and Daniel Citron, AI.Fashion startup founded in 2020 that leverages AI technology to revolutionize the fashion design process. The company specializes in transforming rough sketches into photorealistic 3D models, enabling fashion brands to accelerate their time to market. By allowing pre-selling before production and reducing product returns through hyper-targeted virtual models, AI.Fashion helps brands showcase their designs in various shapes, ethnicities, and contexts that resonate with their target customers. This innovative approach not only enhances customer engagement but also significantly improves conversion rates and reduces the environmental impact of returns.
Modi
Founded by Ileana D , Catalina Del Risco and Andrea Del Risco, Modi is an innovative startup that offers an apparel business intelligence platform utilizing AI and big data analytics. Founded in 2022, Modi’s key innovation is in its virtual fitting technology, which ensures precise fit for consumers, thereby reducing returns and wastage. The platform provides deep insights into consumer preferences and sizing trends, helping retailers optimize their inventory and improve customer satisfaction. By leveraging advanced AI techniques, Modi aims to transform the apparel industry, making it more efficient and customer-centric.
3DLOOK
Founded by Vadim Rogovskiy, Whitney Cathcart and Ivan Makeev, 3DLOOK is a pioneering company in the field of AI-powered mobile body scanning and virtual fitting solutions. Founded in 2016, 3DLOOK’s technology enables the creation of accurate 3D body models and the capture of precise body measurements using just a smartphone camera. This platform serves various sectors, including apparel and health/wellness, by providing over 80 precise body measurements for custom sizing. By enhancing the online shopping experience and reducing returns, 3DLOOK helps retailers increase customer loyalty and satisfaction.