Brooks Brothers

the oldest men's clothier in the United States

Brooks Brothers is one of the oldest clothing stores in America. It produces clothing for men, women, and children. The company was founded in 1818. It is known for classic and formal luxury clothing such as suits, Oxford shirts and overcoats.[2] The style of Brooks Brothers has been called the Madison Avenue approach, the Ivy League style or the "Brooks Brothers Look.”[3] The company is historically significant. Many American presidents and celebrities have worn Brooks Brothers clothing.[4]

Brooks Brothers
Company typePrivate
IndustryRetail
Fashion
FoundedApril 7, 1818; 206 years ago (1818-04-07) (as H. & D. H. Brooks & Co.)
Manhattan, New York City, New York, U.S.
FounderHenry Sands Brooks
HeadquartersManhattan, New York City, New York, U.S.
Number of locations
170 (2021)
Key people
Ken Ohashi (CEO), Michael Bastian (Creative director)
ProductsLuxury clothing, accessories and home furnishings
OwnersAuthentic Brands Group
ParentSPARC Group LLC[1]
Websitebrooksbrothers.com


References

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  1. "Brooks Brothers to Seek Approval of Sale to Authentic Brands Group and SPARC Group for $325 Million". Business Wire. August 11, 2020. Retrieved November 20, 2020.
  2. "Brooks Brothers - The History Of An American Haberdashery". January 5, 2020. Retrieved July 16, 2022.
  3. "Is Brooks Brothers a luxury brand? – Newsbasis.com". newsbasis.com. Retrieved July 16, 2022.
  4. "Sites-brooksbrothers-Site". www.brooksbrothers.com. Retrieved July 16, 2022.

Other websites

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Official website