LinkedIn · Jun 2026
Founder Ricky Nariani says WANTD launched as a live-commerce app focused on footwear and apparel and argues that live-commerce economics remain difficult despite renewed attention.
A direct to consumer marketplace and influencer network for brands
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Overview
WANTD is a Los Angeles-based YC W22 company building a live-shopping and social-commerce marketplace for fashion, footwear, and collectibles. Its public materials describe the product as a mobile-first marketplace that combines live commerce, auctions, influencer-driven selling, and order fulfillment for brands and resellers.
Primary product
Live-shopping and social-commerce marketplace app for fashion, footwear, and collectibles
Founded
2021
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California, United States (public profile address: 4133 Redwood Ave Unit 4020, Los Angeles, CA 90066)
Team size
2-10
Industry
Retail Apparel and Fashion
Sub-industry
Social commerce / marketplace for sneakers, apparel, and collectibles
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