Swimwear brand diversifies through acquisition

14/05/2025
Swimwear brand diversifies through acquisition
Andie, a direct-to-consumer swimwear brand, has acquired Richer Poorer, a company based in California and specialising in everyday basics. Andie founder and CEO Melanie Travis Said had been considering expanding into seasonless everyday apparel since last year.

Richer Poorer was founded in 2010 by Iva Pawling and Timothy Morse and was acquired by mall retailer Francesca’s in 2023.

Richer Poorer will continue to operate as a standalone brand, with its specific identity and product focus. “Customers won’t see big changes — we love the brand and the product, and that’s why we bought it. But we’re going to bring fresh energy through a sharper merchandising lens, a best-in-class site experience, fewer stockouts, and faster fulfilment. What customers love about Richer Poorer will remain, just supported by a stronger operational backbone,” she said.

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Image courtesy of Richer Poorer