Eileen Fisher is a private, B Corp-certified women's apparel company headquartered in Irvington, New York, operating as one of the largest and earliest B Corp-certified fashion brands globally. With over 800 employees—approximately 40% holding company equity—the company embodies a "democratic enterprise" model that aligns employee interests with long-term sustainability goals, while maintaining estimated annual revenues in the $500–800 million range.
Core Business
Eileen Fisher specializes in women's clothing across all categories, including dresses, tops, knitwear, pants, and outerwear, all designed with a "beyond trends" philosophy emphasizing timeless simplicity. The brand's true differentiator is its leadership in sustainable fashion, incorporating organic materials, recycled fabrics, and Tencel™ fibers into its product line. The company operates over 50 North American retail locations and distributes through more than 500 department stores globally. Its flagship Renew secondhand resale platform—launched in 2009 and available both online and through two physical stores—demonstrates a closed-loop circular business model that has collected over 273,773 garments in 2023 alone, with 92,009 items resold through the platform.
Global Presence
Eileen Fisher maintains a significant North American retail footprint with over 50 company-owned stores across the continent, complemented by distribution through 500+ department store locations worldwide. The company's Renew program operates two physical secondhand boutiques alongside its digital platform. With a workforce of more than 800 employees, the company has established itself as a major player in the sustainable fashion sector while maintaining its headquarters in Westchester County, New York.
Key Strengths
Eileen Fisher stands as an industry benchmark for responsible apparel, demonstrated by its 2024 B Corp score of 109.4 points—well above the 80-point certification threshold—with an especially strong environmental performance score of 41 points. The company maintains rigorous supply chain standards with 74.8% of materials meeting third-party sustainability certifications and achieves 100% first-tier and 99.9% second-tier supplier traceability. Frequent recognition in top-tier media outlets including The New York Times, Vogue, and Fortune reinforces its thought leadership in sustainable fashion, positioning the brand as the definitive model for combining business success with social and environmental responsibility.
