Future Acquires Who What Wear
May 10, 2022
Future plc has acquired Who What Wear, the digital women's fashion and lifestyle brand, to bolster its portfolio of women's lifestyle titles and expand its audience reach. The acquisition brings Who What Wear's audience, affiliate commerce capabilities, and social content into Future's global network of media brands.
- Buyers
- Future plc
- Targets
- Who What Wear
- Industry
- Media & Entertainment
- Location
- California, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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