Torrid Holdings Inc. is an American women's retail chain formerly owned by Hot Topic.
While it is still owned by Sycamore Partners, owners of Hot Topic, in 2015, the company branched off to become Torrid, LLC.
In 2005, Torrid expanded its merchandise selection to include styles distinct from its parent company, Hot Topic.
Torrid sells accessories, shoes, jewelry, novelty tee shirts, fashion tops, pants, Capri pants, shorts, skirts, dresses, outerwear, intimate apparel, hosiery, gifts, and beauty products.
In February 2014, Georgina Burke was named the first face of Torrid and signed a one-year contract.