Halfdays sets up European operations in Zurich

Halfdays has put sales, finance, operations and marketing teams in Zurich, according to WWD. The outlet reports that Chath Weerasinghe, formerly chief financial and operating officer at Perfect Moment, is its new general manager of Europe.

WWD reports that a local website will handle shipping across the region. Retail partners include Bongénie, the Swiss department store, alongside Mountain Air Verbier and Lorenz Bach; LuisaViaRoma, the Italian luxury e-commerce platform, is also on the list.

The expansion follows revenue of $20 million last year, according to WWD. The outlet also reports a $10 million series A led by the Kellwood Company, with participation from DSG Ventures and influencer and model Taylor Hill.