Retrofête is made for the spotlight. Based in New York, the brand built its name on bold silhouettes, sequins, and statement pieces that bring glamor to everyday wear. Their designs are party-ready but still wearable, striking a rare balance between fantasy and function.

This kind of style lands at the right moment. The global women’s apparel market is nearing one trillion dollars by 2027, and demand for standout fashion keeps growing. In a fast-moving space, timing matters. Trends shift, costs come early, and staying ahead takes strong design and smart planning. It takes a strategy that adapts.

How Retrofête Built Momentum and Managed Growing Pains

Retrofête was founded by Ohad Seroya and Aviad Klin, who set out to create pieces designed to feel confident, elevated, and unapologetically fun. It did not take long for the brand to catch on. With celebrities wearing their designs and social buzz building rapidly, Retrofête went from launch to lift-off almost overnight.

That level of momentum brings its own challenges. Growth came fast, but so did the expenses. Like many independent brands, they started out self-funded. In fact, nearly 83% of independent designers rely on personal funds, and only a small portion turn a profit early on. 

As Retrofête’s Chief Financial Officer, Gabriel Robinson puts it, “We have a very dynamic and sometimes cyclical environment,” which means constant, ongoing access to capital became just as important as the product itself.

The Benefits of Rolling Funding for Fashion Ecommerce

Fashion doesn’t wait, and neither can the cash to fuel it. That’s why Retrofête uses Clearco’s Rolling Funding, designed to fund continuous (and predictable) working capital  needs like restocks, fulfillment, and paid media.

Instead of taking a large lump sum all at once, Retrofête can draw what they need, when they need it  and unlock more funding as they pay.

“It’s the flexibility element,” says Gabriel. “Not needing to borrow a fixed amount of capital but rather really reacting to needs as they arise.” 

With access to  rolling capital, Retrofête can move quickly when new opportunities come up, without needing to reapply or pause momentum. This rhythm offers them the freedom to act at the right time, which makes all the difference in a business built around seasons, trends, and continuous movement.

How Retrofête Uses Rolling Funding for Marketing and Inventory

Rolling Funding equips Retrofête with consistent funding, helping them plan ahead and stay ready for what’s next. They use it to cover performance marketing with major ecommerce search platforms and to pay suppliers when production needs to move quickly. Marketing investment in retail media is accelerating fast. U.S. ad spend is set to exceed $62 billion in 2025, up more than $10 billion year-over-year. In this kind of environment, it’s all about having capital when opportunity strikes.

In fashion, costs show up well before the sales do. Materials get ordered, campaigns launch, and collections go out while revenue is still weeks away. Timing like this makes flexible capital essential. It keeps the business moving without stalling growth.

Retrofête’s Approach to Non-Dilutive Growth in Fashion

For Retrofête, having options plays a key role. Clearco's Fixed funding gives them a boost when they're heading into a big sales season or launching something new. Clearco's Rolling Funding helps with the day-to-day by supporting cash flow, keeping things moving, and allowing for steady growth without giving up equity.

Clearco’s support goes beyond funding. From tariff guidance to monthly reporting, the team has been, as Gabriel shares, “extremely helpful.” With the right tools and partners, Retrofête can keep growing at their own pace while staying true to their vision.