Who owns Torrid?

Torrid is an American women's retail chain formerly owned by Hot Topic. The store offers plus-size clothing and accessories for women size ten to 30. As of 2020, Torrid has over 600 stores in operation across 36 states in the United States.

Torrid was founded in 2001, with its first location being located in the Brea Mall in Brea, California. Torrid is marketed as a trendy plus-size retailer that celebrates the true beauty of women. They have an extensive selection of clothing that is fashionable and comfortable for all shapes and styles.

Torrid's line also includes:

• Accessories

• Shoes

• Jewelry

• Outerwear

• Intimate apparel

• Hosiery

• Gifts

• Beauty products

In February 2014, Georgina Burke was named the first face of Torrid. In December 2014, Philomena Kwao was signed as the second face of Torrid. In 2015, Torrid launched its first model search, inviting customers to apply and audition to become the next face of Torrid, with the winner being Lyanna Lynette.

In 2021, Torrid went public on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol CURV. In 2021, Torrid's annual net sales were between $1.3 and $1.365 billion, and it had approximately 2,000 employees.