Monday, September 10, 2012

Eyewear startup Warby Parker bags another $37 million


(Credit: Warby Parker)

Warby Parker, the eyeglass maker that lets consumers try out glasses at home before they make a purchase, has already raised nearly $37 million in new venture capital funding that could reach $40 million, according to a regulatory filing.


The company is considered a rising star among private companies and this large amount of money adds to its star power.


The filing was spotted by Fortune today.


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The round was led by General Catalyst Partners, with the firm's partner Joel Cutler joining the Warby Parker board of directors. The company's previous $13 million in funding came from Tiger Global Management, First Round Cap... [Read more]



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