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In 2017 Brian and Michael Speciale transformed the way people keep warm by inventing The Comfy® - the world’s first wearable blanket. Just a month after forming their company, The "Comfy Bros" were invited to make their pitch on ABC’s Shark Tank. With only a prototype in hand, they closed a deal with Barbara Corcoran and The Comfy® went on to become the third most successful product ever to launch on Shark Tank.
Today, The Comfy® has expanded to a range of products designed to wrap everyone in a giant warm hug. Sold in over 80 countries with millions of happy customers, thousands of 5 star reviews, and press coverage ranging from Good Morning America to USA Today, The Comfy® is beloved by all. So go ahead, slip one on and Feel The Happy!™
Today, The Comfy® has expanded to a range of products designed to wrap everyone in a giant warm hug. Sold in over 80 countries with millions of happy customers, thousands of 5 star reviews, and press coverage ranging from Good Morning America to USA Today, The Comfy® is beloved by all. So go ahead, slip one on and Feel The Happy!™
Overview
Location
United States, California, Pleasanton
Employees
11-50
Founded date
2017
Mentions in press and media 6
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| Aug 20, 2025 | PR Agency Drives 586% ROI, 783 Features, 800+ Retail Placements | ChicExecs, an award-winning PR and retail placement agency, reaffirms its position as a trusted partner for brands of all sizes in the U.S. market. Founded in 2004, ChicExecs has partnered with more than 5,000 brands—from startups to Fortun... |
| Oct 31, 2024 | This Is the Worst Time of Day to Make a Deal, According to Barbara Corcoran: 'I Never Invest Before Lunch' Barbara Corcoran thinks the best deals happen on a full stomach. | We all know not to go grocery shopping on an empty stomach, but what about making a business decision? For Barbara Corcoran, it's a hard pass. The real estate icon has invested in more than 80 companies on "Shark Tank," including ... |
| Feb 16, 2022 | National Comfy Day on Feb. 20 Celebrates the Worldwide Best-Selling Wearable Blanket In Style and Comfort | The Comfy Bros, Brian and Michael Speciale, celebrate 5 years with National Comfy Day on February 20th! “We feel by taking a moment to relax and commemorate not only the success of The Comfy® but also see how customers have found delight in... |
| Barbara Corcoran says this ‘Shark Tank’ deal turned her $50,000 investment into $468 million | Barbara Corcoran has starred on ABC’s “Shark Tank” for over 14 years and there’s one deal she made on the show in 2017 that Corcoran says has been her most valuable investment yet. In June, Corcoran shared on “The Daniel Mac Show” podcast t... | |
| Holiday gift guide: Options for the TV binger in your life | ASSOCIATED PRESS Binge-worthy gifts are plentiful, from popcorn accessories to hydration, and sound technology to comfort, such as this wearable combination blanket-hoodie called The Comfy. Chances are there’s at least one TV binger on your... |
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FAQ about The Comfy
When was The Comfy founded?
The Comfy was founded in 2017.
What has the press written about The Comfy?
Parsers VC has collected 6 articles mentioning The Comfy, among them “PR Agency Drives 586% ROI, 783 Features, 800+ Retail Placements” (Aug 20, 2025) and “This Is the Worst Time of Day to Make a Deal, According to Barbara Corcoran: 'I Never Invest Before Lunch' Barbara Corcoran thinks the best deals happen on a...” (Oct 31, 2024).
Is The Comfy still active?
Yes, The Comfy is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Oct 18, 2025.