Lululemon is a global activewear brand that sells clothing in a variety of categories aimed at both men and women. The company, which is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, was founded in 1998 by Denis “Chip” Wilson. Its eccentric founder started the business after discovering yoga and falling in love with the practice. He quickly … Read more
Outdoor Voices is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) brand that makes technical apparel for recreational purposes aimed at both female and male customers. The majority of its styles are used for hiking and running. The company, which is headquartered in Austin, Texas, was founded in 2013 by Tyler Haney and Matt McIntyre. Founder Haney, just like the … Read more
Sweaty Betty is an activewear brand that exclusively sells female clothing across a variety of categories. The company, which is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, was founded in 1998 by husband-and-wife duo Simon and Tamara Norton. Tamara got the idea to start the business after experiencing firsthand how few comfortable options were available for females … Read more
Athleta is an activewear brand that exclusively sells female clothing across Canada and the United States. The company, which is headquartered in Petaluma, California, was founded in 1998 by Scott Kerslake. Now, a male founder only selling female clothing might certainly sound oxymoronic but that hasn’t stopped Athleta from becoming a dominant force in the … Read more
Fabletics is a global activewear brand that sells both female and male clothing, footwear, and accessories. The company, which is headquartered in El Segundo, California, was founded in 2013 by Adam Goldenberg, Don Ressler, and actress Kate Hudson. Certainly, the fame and reach of its famous founder Hudson helped getting the company off the ground. … Read more
Gymshark is a British company that produces and distributes fitness apparel and equipment in a variety of categories. It is primarily known for selling clothing in the athleisure category. The company, which is headquartered in Solihull, United Kingdom, was founded in 2012 by then-students Ben Francis and Lewis Morgan. Gymshark made a name for itself … Read more
Columbia Sportswear is a manufacturer and distributor of outdoor-related clothing, footwear, and related equipment. The company, which is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, was founded in 1938 by Paul Lamfrom. He, together with his wife, fled Nazi Germany and set up shop in Portland where they purchased a hat distributorship. Eventually, his daughter Gert, who ended … Read more
Canada Goose is a manufacturer and distributor of outdoor-related clothing, footwear, and related equipment. The company, which is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and began as Metro Sportswear, was founded in 1957 by Sam Tick. Interestingly, Canada Goose initially produced and sold clothing to working-class customers but in the mid-1980s pivoted towards a more affluent demographic. … Read more
Patagonia is a manufacturer and wholesaler of outdoor-related clothing and footwear equipment. The company, which is currently headquartered in Ventura, California, was founded in 1974 by Yvon Chouinard. What sets Patagonia apart from other brands in the industry is its almost manic commitment to sustainable practices. For example, it operates its own resell hub … Read more
The North Face is a manufacturer and distributor of outdoor-related clothing, footwear, and related equipment. The company, which is now headquartered in Alameda, California, was founded in 1968 by husband-and-wife duo Douglas and Susie Tompkins. The couple later went on to start fashion brand Esprit after they sold The North Face in 1970 to businessman … Read more