Brands Articles Tagged History

The history of men's ties has its roots in Croatia. Ivan Gundulic, a Croatian poet, was the first known person to wear a cravat, the predecessor to the modern tie. Cravat...

Did you know that the history of Nike, the most successful athletic outfitter in the world, begins with Phil Knight selling shoes out of the back of his pick-up truck...

 The history of Puma starts with a quarrel between brothers that would later turn into multi-million dollar companies. Puma has been worn internationally by athletes, celebrities, and everyday people ....

Nautica originated in 1966 as Pacific Coast knitting Mills. This firm manufactured and distributed double-knit natural and synthetic fabrics. They were based in Vernon, California. The company, it seems started...

Many think that Run-DMC were the first to bring Adidas to the forefront of athletic footwear in the '80s, however the history of Adidas goes further than most know. Based...

Here is a history of Calvin Klein. Calvin Klein is a name known all around the world. When you hear the words Calvin Klein the first thing that comes to...

Curious about the history of Ermenegildo Zegna? The history of the clothing company Ermenegildo Zegna dates back to the turn of the 20th century. In 1910, 22-year-old Ermenegildo Zegna opened...

 A quick intro into Nike Company History begins in 1958.  The company was started by a track runner by the name of Phil Knight and his coach, Bill Bowerman. Phil...

In the year 1908 the history of converse began.  Converse is a company that makes shoes that are desired by rock stars, skaters, basketball players, and just about anybody that...

Looking for information about the history of the Nike brand? The Nike brand began as Blue Ribbon Sports in 1964. Blue Ribbon Sports was founded by Bill Bowerman and Phil...

The history of Versace started with the vision of one man in Italy and became a family affair. Gianni Versace SpA, usually referred to as just Versace, is a family owned fashion house headquartered in...

The history of Diesel Brand is as interesting as its product lines. This Italian design company focuses its marketing to young, hip adults with a sense of style. Diesel has...

Use this J Brand quick history to unravel the mystery of overpriced jeans. In 2005, Jeff Rudes-the denim designer that put Abercrombie and Fitch on the lips of hipsters, twinks, and...

Have you ever wondered, "What does Adidas stand for?" Understanding what Adidas stands for requires a knowledge of the company’s background. Adidas is a well-known name brand and the creator...