Cuyana

Cuyana is a luxury fashion and lifestyle brand based in San Francisco, founded in 2011 by Karla Gallardo and Shilpa Shah. The brand promotes the philosophy of "fewer, better," encouraging customers to invest in high-quality, timeless essentials that support slow fashion and reduce overconsumption. Cuyana specializes in women's clothing, bags, and lifestyle accessories, all crafted from sustainable materials. Their best-selling Saddle Bag exemplifies their commitment to heritage craftsmanship and responsible production. Cuyana operates a direct-to-consumer model with seven brick-and-mortar stores and a dedicated team of over 150 employees. The company emphasizes ethical production and sustainability through initiatives like H.E.A.R.T. and Cuyana Revive, which aim to extend product life and minimize waste. Cuyana has gained recognition for its unique approach to fashion, attracting a clientele that includes celebrities and receiving media attention from notable outlets.

Apparel & Fashion San Francisco, United States Founded 2011 ~105 employees Private · Series C

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Employees
105
-2.8% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$200K
Revenue ~$21M
Total funding
$31.7M
Last round Series C, Feb 2019
12-month attrition
14.5%
Tech: 0%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

Cuyana went from 103 employees in Jul 2023 to 105 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 4 people joined, 5 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other49
HR32
Marketing8
Sales7
Operations5
Design2
Finance1
Product1

Funding

  • Feb 2019 · Series C · $30M · HIG Capital
  • Jun 2013 · Seed · $1.7M · Greycroft Partners

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How many employees does Cuyana have?

Cuyana has about 105 employees, down 2.8% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

What is Cuyana's revenue per employee?

Cuyana makes about $200K in revenue per employee, based on $21M annual revenue and 105 employees.

How much funding has Cuyana raised?

Cuyana has raised $31.7M in total funding; its latest round was Series C in Feb 2019.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.