Paul Fredrick

What Paul Fredrick does

Paul Fredrick is a U.S.-based, privately held men's specialty apparel retailer founded in 1986 by Paul F. Sacher and currently led by CEO Erica Lee. The company sells dress shirts, casual shirts, linen shirts, polo shirts, suits and sport coats, tuxedos, pants, shoes, and accessories (belts, ties, cufflinks, dress socks, pocket squares) to professional men, with a particular emphasis on the Big & Tall size segment that is under-served by mass-market menswear. The merchandising proposition centers on fabric quality (Supima cotton, non-iron treatments, linen blends), fit breadth (Classic, Tailored, Slim), and a Perfect Fit Guarantee with free exchanges and refunds.

The business is operated as a direct-to-consumer retailer on a Shopify-based e-commerce platform, supplemented by an owned physical showroom in Boca Raton, FL, that offers personalized appointments. The company is headquartered in Fleetwood, PA and operates with 51-100 employees. The product catalog is organized into several curated sub-brands — The Comfort Stretch Collection, The Travel Shop, The Essentials Shop, The Linen Shop, and Big & Tall — alongside a core dress shirt franchise. Marketing is multi-channel, combining email newsletter acquisition (25% off first-order incentive), an extensive content library of style and fit guides, seasonal lookbooks, and promotional sales (e.g., Summer Sale 2026).

Revenue is generated from one-time product purchases with no subscription billing; pricing is unit-based across categories, supported by bundle promotions (3 Essential Shirts for $199), volume discounts ($75 off $295+, $150 off $549+), and a free-shipping threshold of $199. The Paul Fredrick Style Club loyalty program adds a retention layer with points-based rewards, free monogramming, free alteration benefits, and concierge service. The company is bootstrapped (no funding rounds disclosed), is U.S.-only with stated shipping restrictions to Alaska, Hawaii, and international destinations, and has no disclosed M&A, partnerships, or leadership changes on record.

Name

Paul Fredrick

Website

https://paulfredrick.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Paul Fredrick is a privately held U.S. DTC menswear retailer, founded 1986, selling dress shirts, suits, casual wear, and accessories through a Shopify storefront and Boca Raton showroom to professional men, with a notable Big & Tall assortment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Men's Apparel Retail

NAICS

Clothing and Clothing Accessories Retailers (458110)

SIC

Retail-Apparel & Accessory Stores (5600)

akta.pro primary industry

Men’s Apparel Retail (CRAAABAC)

Keywords

• Men's dress shirts
• Classic menswear
• Professional menswear
• Dress apparel
• Men's clothing accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Fleetwood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct retail sales of men's clothing and accessories through e-commerce and physical retail stores. Revenue generated from one-time product purchases across multiple categories including dress shirts, casual shirts, suits, pants, shoes, and accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Paul Fredrick is a direct-to-consumer men's apparel retailer that sells premium dress shirts, casual shirts, suits, sport coats, tuxedos, pants, shoes, and accessories through its Shopify-based e-commerce site (paulfredrick.com) and a physical retail showroom in Boca Raton. The assortment spans core wardrobe staples as well as themed sub-collections such as Comfort Stretch, Travel Shop, Essentials, Linen, and a Big & Tall sizing program, with free shipping over $199 and a Style Club points-based rewards program.

Product overview

Paul Fredrick is a men's specialty clothing retailer offering a comprehensive portfolio of menswear products centered around its core competency in dress shirts. The company operates a unified e-commerce platform featuring multiple distinct product lines organized by category and occasion. The main product categories include dress shirts (available in Classic, Tailored, and Slim fits), casual shirts, linen shirts, polo shirts, short sleeve shirts, suits and sport coats, tuxedos, pants (dress, casual, linen, shorts, denim, 5-pocket), shoes, and accessories (belts, ties, cufflinks, dress socks). The company also maintains several sub-brands including The Comfort Stretch Collection, The Travel Shop, The Essentials Shop, The Linen Shop, and a Big & Tall sizing program. Additionally, the Paul Fredrick Style Club provides a customer loyalty program with points-based rewards. The product portfolio is notable for its emphasis on fabric quality (featuring Supima cotton, non-iron treatments, and premium linens) and fit options tailored to different body types.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dress Shirts Premium dress shirts offered in Classic, Tailored, and Slim fits, made from non-iron cotton, pinpoint Oxford, poplin, twill, and dobby weaves, with point, spread, button-down, and snap-tab collar styles and button or French cuffs, targeted at men seeking professional business attire.
• Casual Shirts Relaxed-fit casual shirts made from cotton and linen fabrics in checks, plaids, stripes, and bold prints, available in short- and long-sleeve options for weekend and business-casual wear.
• Linen Shirts 100% linen and linen blend shirts offering lightweight breathability for warm weather, including wrinkle-resistant non-iron linen options ranging from casual to dressy styles.
• Polo Shirts Knit polo shirts in crochet V-neck, three-button, and button-front designs, made from cotton and mercerized cotton blends for casual and smart-casual wear.
• Short Sleeve Shirts Short sleeve dress shirts, casual shirts, and polos designed for warm weather, including non-iron cotton options with multiple collar styles.
• Classic Fit Dress Shirts Generous-cut dress shirts designed for comfort and ease of movement in premium fabrics, available in multiple patterns, colors, and collar and cuff options.
• Suits & Sport Coats Full suits, blazers, sport coats, suit jackets, and suit pants, including the Essential Suit collection sold under promotional bundle pricing, for business and formal occasions.
• Tuxedo Formal tuxedo wear for black-tie and other special-occasion events.
• Pants A wide range of men's pants including dress pants, casual pants, linen pants, shorts, denim, and 5-pocket styles in multiple sizes and colors.
• Shoes Men's dress and casual footwear including loafers, oxfords, derbys, sneakers, monk strap, and sandals.
• Jackets Outerwear jackets and coats for various occasions and seasons.
• Knits & Sweaters Knit tops and sweaters including crew necks and mock and turtlenecks, made from quality fabrics such as Supima cotton.
• Belts Leather belts designed in Italy, including crocodile-embossed, ostrich-embossed, suede, and woven leather options, available with brass, nickel, or gun metal buckles.
• Ties Dress ties and accessories for formal and business attire.
• Cufflinks & Tie Bars Formal accessories including engravable cufflinks, stone cufflinks in lapis, tiger's eye, and onyx, mother-of-pearl options, and stud sets in gold, silver, and crystal finishes.
• Dress Socks Cotton-blend dress socks in argyle, houndstooth, medallion, solid, stripe, and windowpane patterns, offered in mid-calf and over-the-calf lengths.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free shipping on orders $199+
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Charles Tyrwhitt: British-founded DTC menswear specialist selling dress shirts, suits, ties, and casualwear through owned e-commerce and physical stores globally. Highly comparable to Paul Fredrick on category mix (shirts-led, classic professional menswear), pricing band, multi-fit offering, and direct-to-consumer omnichannel model.
• Brooks Brothers: America's oldest menswear retailer, with dress shirts, suits, sport coats, and accessories as core categories. Closest US analogue to Paul Fredrick on classic professional menswear positioning, Big & Tall offerings, and multi-channel (DTC + retail) distribution.
• Suitsupply: DTC and showroom-based menswear retailer specializing in tailored suiting, shirts, and accessories at accessible price points. Highly comparable on dress-shirt-led assortment, omnichannel DTC-plus-showroom model, and broad fit/size options.
• Indochino: Made-to-measure menswear DTC brand focused on custom suits, shirts, and casualwear sold online and through showrooms. Comparable to Paul Fredrick in DTC suiting and shirting with showroom appointments, although differentiated by custom-fit vs. stocked-fit approach.
• Jos. A. Bank: US menswear retailer (part of Tailored Brands) selling suits, dress shirts, sport coats, and casualwear through e-commerce and stores. Overlaps with Paul Fredrick directly on classic professional menswear, multi-fit suits, frequent promotional cadence, and Big & Tall sizing.
• Men's Wearhouse: US specialty retailer (Tailored Brands) of men's suits, formalwear (tuxedo rental), dress shirts, and accessories. Direct overlap on suiting, formalwear, and Big & Tall, with comparable promotional-heavy positioning and US-only retail footprint.
• Bonobos: DTC men's apparel brand (owned by Walmart) selling dress shirts, suits, casualwear, and accessories online plus guide-shop showrooms. Comparable on DTC-led model, fit-first merchandising, multi-channel showroom experience, and men's specialty positioning.
• Tom James: Custom tailored menswear company selling suits, shirts, and corporate uniforms through personal stylists and direct sales. Comparable to Paul Fredrick on classic professional menswear focus, custom fit emphasis, and personalized service model — differentiated by B2B/corporate-uniform orientation.
• Lands' End: US apparel retailer (publicly traded) with strong men's dress shirts, casualwear, suits, and Big & Tall offerings. Comparable on DTC-led distribution, catalog-driven acquisition, Big & Tall depth, and accessible-price classic menswear positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Nordstrom: US department store and e-commerce retailer carrying a wide assortment of men's dress shirts, suits, and accessories across many brands including Paul Fredrick-adjacent labels. Comparable on multi-brand men's professional assortment and omnichannel retail, though it is a much broader incumbent rather than a specialist.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/paul-fredrick-menstyle

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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