Vopero
Re-selling unique fashion items in a sustainable way.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | investor | €0.0 | round |
$7.5m | Early VC | ||
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
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Vopero operates as a comprehensive fashion resale marketplace targeting the Latin American market. The company was founded in 2020 by Maggie Ferber and Alejandro Esperanza, with Ignacio Cattivelli later joining as a co-founder and CTO. Ferber, with a background in the fashion industry, and Esperanza, experienced in technology and e-commerce, identified an opportunity to professionalize the secondhand clothing market in the region. The platform is designed to streamline the process for individuals looking to sell pre-owned apparel by managing the entire cycle, from item collection and quality control to photography, pricing, and sales.
The business caters to two primary client segments: sellers who desire a convenient, hands-off method to monetize their closets, and buyers searching for curated, high-quality secondhand garments at competitive prices. Vopero's inventory spans a wide range of brands, from fast-fashion labels like Zara to luxury names such as Prada, appealing to a broad consumer base. The business model is structured around a commission-based system, where the company retains a percentage of the final sale price of each item sold through its platform. This model aligns the company's revenue directly with the volume and value of transactions it facilitates.
Vopero's service provides a managed marketplace experience, differentiating it from peer-to-peer platforms. For sellers, the company sends a "Vopero Bag" to be filled with clothes, which are then collected, inspected, and prepared for listing by the Vopero team. For buyers, the platform offers a trusted and standardized shopping experience, ensuring the authenticity and condition of the apparel. This operational approach is central to its goal of fostering a circular economy in the fashion industry, extending the life cycle of garments and promoting sustainable consumption habits.
Keywords: fashion resale, circular economy, secondhand apparel, Latin America, e-commerce marketplace, sustainable fashion, consignment, pre-owned clothing, fashion technology, online marketplace