Sleep is foundational to health, but for the 25 million women entering menopause each year, it often becomes an elusive luxury. Hot flashes and night sweats can turn restful nights into relentless battles, making quality sleep seem like a distant dream. Enter Lara Smith, the visionary behind the award-winning luxury sleep tech brand SOMÉ.
Smith, a renowned menopause and sleep tech expert, is transforming the sleep experience for menopausal women. Her innovative approach is reshaping the industry, offering a lifeline to those who have long suffered in silence.
Smith’s groundbreaking solutions include:
- SOMÉ: A revolutionary dynamic temperature-regulating sheet that adjusts body temperature by up to 5 degrees Fahrenheit, providing a tailored sleep experience.
- Lusomé: The luxury pajama division of SOMÉ, featuring Xirotex, a proprietary fabric that wicks sweat away 10 times faster than any other material, as recognized by Good Housekeeping.
With over two decades in the industry and a background in leading global brands like Ralph Lauren and Gucci, Smith’s commitment to solving sleep issues is both personal and profound. Her journey began with a quest to alleviate her sister’s night sweats during a battle with breast cancer, leading her to create sleepwear that combines beauty, comfort, and advanced technology.
In 2022, Smith launched SOMÉ, expanding her impact beyond sleepwear to include smart textiles that address the unique needs of hot sleepers and the menopausal market. The response has been overwhelming, with SOMÉ’s cooling sheets selling out in just two weeks.
Smith’s expertise in fabric technology and her passion for improving sleep quality are driving the next wave of innovations in sleep solutions. As she continues to revolutionize the market, Smith is helping millions of women reclaim their nights and their health.