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Depop

Depop is a social commerce marketplace for buying and selling secondhand fashion, popular among Gen Z users. Founded in London and acquired by Etsy in 2021 for $1.6 billion, Depop combines social-media-style profiles and feeds with peer-to-peer transactions.

The platform has over 30 million registered users and is a leading player in the circular fashion economy.

United KingdomLondonLate StageE-commerceMarketplaceFashion

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London, United Kingdom

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Startup

Stage

Late Stage

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Felix Capital

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Felix Capital is a London-based venture capital firm focused on the creative industries at the intersection of technology, design, and culture. The firm invests at seed and Series A in digital lifestyle, e-commerce, and consumer brands, with a portfolio that includes Depop, Deliveroo, Vitality, and Peloton. Felix Capital manages over $600 million and is known for its design-led investment thesis and strong brand-building support for founders.

Venture CapitalSeed to Series AConsumerE-commerceDesign

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