The F* Word

Freemium fashion design software for quickly creating and launching collections in both digital and physical worlds. Easily design in 3D and monetize creations on multiple platforms, from traditional to Web3.

thefword.ai

The F* Word

thefword.ai

HQUS

Team Size32

Open Jobs46

Total Funding-

Latest FundraiseUnknown

TL;DR

Product: Agentic AI fashion platform for generative design, 3D visualization, and auto-generated tech-packs

Users / traction: Company states 10,000+ designers and 40,000+ designs generated

Team size / HQ: ~32 employees; headquartered in Fremont / San Francisco Bay Area

Funding: Reported single Angel round (amount and investors not publicly disclosed)

Company Overview

Problem Domain

Design-to-production inefficiencies and high sampling/cost/time overheads in fashion

Industry

Technology, Information and Internet

Funding Track Record

Angel

Crunchbase lists one Angel round but publicly obfuscates amount, dates, and investor names

Founders

What we do

TL;DR

Company Overview

Funding Track Record

Founders

What we do

The F* Word

thefword.ai

The F* Word

thefword.ai

HQUS

Team Size32

Open Jobs46

Total Funding-

Latest FundraiseUnknown

TL;DR

Product: Agentic AI fashion platform for generative design, 3D visualization, and auto-generated tech-packs

Users / traction: Company states 10,000+ designers and 40,000+ designs generated

Team size / HQ: ~32 employees; headquartered in Fremont / San Francisco Bay Area

Funding: Reported single Angel round (amount and investors not publicly disclosed)

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Company Overview

Problem Domain

Design-to-production inefficiencies and high sampling/cost/time overheads in fashion

Industry

Technology, Information and Internet

Funding Track Record

Angel

Crunchbase lists one Angel round but publicly obfuscates amount, dates, and investor names

Founders

What we do

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Join the Team

Program: AI Featured Fashion Designer (5 Days)

RemoteAbu Dhabi Emirate, AE

Remote • Abu Dhabi Emirate, AE

About The F* Word

The F* Word is building the future of fashion design through AI. Our platform helps designers move from concept to collection in minutes by combining creativity, technology, and sustainability. From digital-first garments to production-ready ideas, we are creating tools that let designers work faster and with more freedom.

About the Program

This one-week spotlight program is for designers exploring menswear in all its forms. That includes tailoring, street-influenced fashion, utility silhouettes, and modern everyday menswear. You will use AI as part of your creative process and share your work with a global design audience.

This program is about exploration, skill-building, and visibility rather than polished perfection.

Teeming tracks opportunities at over 24,000 AI startups, then works with you to find (and land) the one you'll love.

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Full-time • Hamburg, DE

Frontend Developer

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Part-time • Utrecht, NL

DevOps Engineer

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Contract • Tel Aviv

Frontend Developer

ContractAmsterdam, NL

Contract • Amsterdam, NL

How the Program Works

Step 1: Apply on LinkedIn

Submit a link to your portfolio along with a short note under 50 words explaining why you want to explore this program. After applying, you will receive a DM with a short Designer Task Form.

Step 2: Complete the Design Task

Please use a desktop or laptop, as mobile design is not supported at the moment.

Create one or more AI-generated menswear designs using the tools inside the platform. Upload your final images and links in the task form.

Link to the form will be sent to you once shortlisted

Step 3: Get Selected

Our team reviews submissions every Friday. Selected designers will be invited to join the program as Featured Designers for one week with added access and visibility.

You will receive an email update on the Friday following your submission.

What You Will Do During the Week

Design menswear looks using AI tools, including tailored, casual, or street-driven styles
Explore proportions, construction techniques, and contemporary menswear details
Participate in design challenges inspired by sportswear, subcultures, utility, and classic tailoring
Share your final looks with the community across platforms

All applicants who complete the design task receive a Certificate of Participation.

Featured Designers receive an official Certificate of Program Completion from The F* Word.

Global Visibility

Your designs may be showcased on The F* Word platform, social channels, and partner networks.

Free Platform Access

Ongoing free access to The F* Word platform and creative resources.

Industry and Community Access

Become part of a growing fashion network that includes collaborators from Digital Fashion Week, industry advisors, and innovators shaping the future of fashion. Designers often receive continued exposure through campaigns, media features, and community highlights.

Media Opportunities

Exceptional work may be featured across premium media placements, including billboards.

Path to Paid Opportunities

Top contributors may be invited to join the Compensated Brand Ambassador Program.

Fashion design students, professionals, freelancers, and independent creators
No prior AI experience required
No formal design degree needed

This is an unpaid internship-style program. High-performing designers may be considered for paid ambassador roles.

Apply now, complete the short design task, and show us how you approach menswear.

We look forward to featuring your work on The F* Word.

Fashion, designed 10x faster.