Shark Tank Footwear & Apparel Brand - DTC

Overview: This is a culturally-rooted, design-forward direct-to-consumer sneaker and apparel brand carving out a defensible niche by focusing on the underserved Asian American identity within the U.S. fashion space. The business has developed high-quality products, particularly white luxury sneakers (priced $188–$288), integrating unique AAPI design elements. With significant organic brand equity, a 10K highly-engaged email list (60% open rate), and 10K social followers acquired through events—not ads—this company stands apart in a crowded market. Key Metrics & Deal Terms Current Valuation & Listing Price: $1M TTM Revenue: $500K TTM Profit: $0 Break Even Industry: Fashion / DTC / Footwear Financing: Open to Seller Financing & Creative Structures Turnkey: Yes, can be run 100% remotely Online: 100% DTC via Shopify + Organic Channels Years in Business: 2.5 years Product Gross Margin: 78% Email List: 10K, 60% open rate Physical Location: Rented; warehouse + in-house fulfillment Growth Opportunities: Planned partnerships with major AAPI celebrities promise organic exposure and market penetration. The business is poised to enter retail to reduce CAC and increase brand visibility. A near-term drop in unit cost ($14/sneaker discount) will further expand already impressive margins. Apparel and B2B segments, including annual partnerships with marquee brands (Deloitte, McDonald’s), offer additional runway. With sneaker landed cost already reduced from $100 to $50 and potentially to $35, future profitability is forecasted to scale significantly. Exit Advisory Takeaway: This is a first-mover in a massively underserved niche—AAPI representation in luxury fashion. The owner has built a brand with authentic, story-driven differentiation that larger competitors cannot easily replicate. The high product margins (78%), defensible brand identity, and clear paths to celebrity/retail growth make this an excellent fit for buyers seeking high-potential, culturally resonant consumer brands. With a low overhead model and 100% remote operations, it's turnkey and ready for the next phase of scale.