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Fab Co-Creation Studio Ventures

North America, California, United States, Los Angeles

Description

Fab Co-Creation Studio Ventures, based in Los Angeles, California, is a specialized venture capital firm dedicated to investing in the evolving landscape of consumer brands and retail technology. The firm focuses on direct-to-consumer (DTC) businesses, particularly those in conscious beauty and fashion, alongside innovations in new commerce and retail technology. This targeted approach allows Fab Co-Creation Studio Ventures to leverage deep industry insights and provide strategic value beyond capital to its portfolio companies, aiming to support brands that resonate with modern consumer values.

The firm's investment thesis centers on identifying and nurturing brands that emphasize sustainability, authenticity, and innovative distribution models. They seek out companies poised for significant growth within the beauty, fashion, and broader consumer goods sectors, often at the Seed and Series A stages. Fab Co-Creation Studio Ventures aims to be a hands-on partner, offering expertise in brand building, supply chain optimization, and market expansion, drawing from the operational experience of its broader network and helping founders navigate the complexities of scaling a consumer brand.

Fab Co-Creation Studio Ventures has built a compelling portfolio of emerging brands, demonstrating its commitment to the conscious consumer space. As of early 2024, the firm has made approximately 22 investments, with one noted as a lead investment, showcasing its active participation in funding rounds. Their portfolio includes well-known names such as Youthforia, Topicals, and Starface, all prominent in the beauty and skincare space. While specific check sizes can vary depending on the stage and needs of the company, the firm typically provides initial capital ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000, supporting companies from their foundational Seed rounds through early-stage growth.

Investor Profile

Fab Co-Creation Studio Ventures has backed more than 25 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 1 rounds, about 4% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Croatia.
  • Strong thematic focus on Beauty, E-Commerce, Fashion.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $2M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (60%)
  • Pre Seed (24%)
  • Series Unknown (8%)
  • Series B (4%)
  • Series A (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (96%)
  • Croatia (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Beauty
  • E-commerce
  • Fashion
  • Health Care
  • Wellness
  • Manufacturing
  • Consumer Goods
  • Personal Health
  • Cosmetics
  • Lifestyle
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Fab Co-Creation Studio Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Gaingels
North America, Vermont, United States, Burlington
Co-Investments: 2
L Catterton
North America, Connecticut, United States, Greenwich
Co-Investments: 1
Fearless Fund
North America, Georgia, United States, Atlanta
Co-Investments: 2
Meridian Street Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Tech Council Ventures
North America, New Jersey, United States, New Brunswick
Co-Investments: 2
LC
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
SuperOrdinary
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 2
Global Founders Capital
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 1
Amplifyher Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
igniteXL Ventures
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Fab Co-Creation Studio Ventures often collaborate with?

LF
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Shared Deals: 1
RY
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
HZ
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
NO
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
SG
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
JE
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
SK
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
Demetri Karagas
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
HT
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
KH
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Fab Co-Creation Studio Ventures?

Kintra Fibers

New York, New York, United States

Kintra Fibers has developed a proprietary bio-based and compostable polymer optimized for synthetic textile manufacturing and applications.

Advanced MaterialsCleanTechManufacturingNanotechnology
Series AJan 5, 2023
Amount Raised: $7,894,988
Cleverman

New York, New York, United States

Cleverman offers male grooming products.

BeautyConsumer Goods
SeedOct 21, 2022
buywith

New York, New York, United States

Buywith is an online shopping Livestream platform for brands, retailers, influencers & experts to host live shopping events.

E-CommerceFashionInternetMarketingMarketplaceMedia and EntertainmentRetail Technology
SeedMay 25, 2022
Amount Raised: $7,500,000
The Folklore Group

New York, New York, United States

Revolutionizing wholesale distribution for diverse suppliers in emerging markets

B2BBeautyBrand MarketingE-CommerceFashionHome DecorMarketplaceRetailSaaSWholesale
Pre SeedApr 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,700,000
BROWN GIRL Jane

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

BROWN GIRL Jane is a luxury, plant-based wellness collection that centers on the needs of dynamic women of color.

Brand MarketingCannabisFashionWellness
SeedApr 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,150,000
Trendio

Bellevue, Washington, United States

Trendio is a video shopping entertainment platform that builds elevated, engaging, and innovative digital shopping experiences in beauty.

BeautyE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentRetail TechnologyShoppingSocial
SeedMar 31, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,070,606
hanni

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Hanni is a beauty tool brand that offers shaving products for women.

BeautyConsumer GoodsE-CommerceWomen's
SeedDec 3, 2021
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Thirteen lune

Los Angeles, California, United States

Thirteen Lune is an online beauty platform that sells Black and brown-owned brands.

BeautyCosmeticsE-CommerceRetail
SeedNov 3, 2021
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
LÜK Network

Los Angeles, California, United States

LÜK Network is a fintech-enabled B2B marketplace for the advertising industry.

FinTechInternetMarketplace
SeedNov 1, 2021
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
Very Good Light

New York, New York, United States

Very Good Light is a skincare publication that promotes a more inclusive definition of beauty.

BeautyFashionLifestylePersonal HealthPublishingWellness
Pre SeedOct 1, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,250,000