Slick Chicks


Slick Chicks is a patented adaptive underwear that is designed to empower people with a disability or physical challenge. They feature hook-and-eye fasteners at the waistband, so anyone can seamlessly transition in and out of their clothing, regardless of their physical situation.

History

In 2012, Mohammadian applied for a patent on 'Underwear with refastenable side attachments', the fastening technology used in Slick Chicks products. The patent was granted on April 9, 2019.
After two years of research, design, and testing, Slick Chicks came to market in 2014.
By 2015, Slick Chicks launched an e-commerce site, selling their three styles: bikini brief, thong and boy short. In August of that same year, Slick Chicks filed for a trademark. This trademark was granted in August 2017 for use in commerce, specifically lingerie.
In June 2016, Slick Chicks launched on Kickstarter, seeking $15,000. The project was successfully funded and raised a total of $17,672.
In June 2017, Mohammadian appeared on Steve Harvey's FUNDERDOME to pitch Slick Chicks to the studio audience. She won over the audience and the prize of $6,500.
Slick Chicks has gained acclaim within the inclusive and adaptive clothing industries, including features in Forbes, Fashionista, and Refinery29.
In April of 2019, Slick Chicks founder Mohammadian was granted a patent for the undergarments.

Founder

Helya Mohammadian is the CEO and Founder of Slick Chicks and a graduate of The Fashion Institute of Technology. She has an extensive background in fashion design and product development, with over 15 years of e-commerce and retail experience. She is the inventor of the patented technology behind Slick Chicks underwear.