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Dotte
Kids fashion marketplace
- 1-20 employees
- B2C
- Retail
- Marketplace
- Fashion
- eCommerce
- London, UK
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Company mission
Dotte's mission is to create a one-stop-shop where parents can buy, sell, donate and recycle outgrown children's clothing.
Our take
Dotte was founded because the current children's clothing market produces far too much waste as kids grow quickly and discard clothes that are still good quality. It is based on the fundamental belief that the entire product lifestyle of clothing - production, buying, wearing, and recycling - should all reduce fashion's impact on the environment.
Currently, the fashion industry accounts for close to 10% of global carbon emissions, as well as using up more than 1.5 trillion litres of water per year. Dotte is addressing this and setting itself apart by producing an infinite line of clothing, providing for thousands of children's wardrobes with its family-to-family marketplace.
Most recently, Dotte established partnerships with Marks & Spencer and Clarks; both joined the platform’s Resale Collective, a group of sustainable brand partners, allowing consumers to resell branded kidswear in exchange for store discounts.
This full-circle remedy helps reduce waste and environmental impact in children's clothing: the fastest area of fashion. With the industry set to expand, Dotte is well placed to grow quickly over the next year through its online marketplace.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Benefits
- Equity
- Flexible hours
- Work from home opportunities
- 4 day week venture (full time salary!)
Company values
- Be invested in the journey
- Be a force together
- Be you
- Be kind
- Be open to discovery
- Be free
Funding (1 round)
Mar 2021
$0.3m
SEED
Total funding: $0.3m
This company has top investors
Leadership
Samantha Valentine
(Co-founder)Worked as an Assistant Manager at Agent Provocateur and triyoga uk, before spending over 4 years in recruitment at Latham & Watkins. Founded Blume in May 2018.
Louise Weiss
(Co-Founder)Co-founded London Brain Project in 2012 and served as co-director for 6 years, and founded Nurture in 2018. Current Public Engagement Manager at the Science Gallery London as well as a neuroscience consultant at Weiss Strategy alongside Dotte.
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Flexible working (2)
My opinions are valued (1)
Inspiring mission (1)
Being in a growing team, all opinions are valued no matter what level you are at. We have regular group meetings and emails where we are encouraged to share ideas and feedback.
Marketing
My opinions are valued
May 2022
Dotte are on a mission to change the landscape of kidswear, and our team are all working collectively to reduce the impact of fashion, and make second hand accessible to all parents. It's very empowering to be part of!
Marketing
Meaningful work
May 2022
As a flexible work provider, we have the option to make up our hours at a time that fits with our schedule. We also have a 4 day working week (with 5 day salary) which is amazing for having an extra day to recharge.
Marketing
Flexible working
May 2022
Work/life balance is recognised with a 4 day working week and flexi-time start to the day. This gives you the headspace to regroup and relax after a busy week of work and come back refreshed, ready for the next challenge!
Marketing
Flexible working
May 2022
Dotte is a community-led marketplace tackling the fastest area of fashion – kidswear! Together with our incredible community, we're working towards a brighter future for our planet and children.
Marketing
Inspiring mission
May 2022
We're committed to our mission and brand ethos – and are driven to make a difference through our work. This means that every growth tactic, product change or creative campaign feels meaningful and moves us forward as a brand.
Marketing
Meaningful work
May 2022
