Brooks Brothers is the oldest men’s clothier in the United States and is headquartered on Madison Avenue in Manhattan,New York City. Founded in 1818 as a family business, the privately owned company has been owned by Retail Brand Alliance since 2001 and now also features clothing for women.
In its early history, the brand was most widely known for introducing the ready-to-wear suit to American customers. In the mid-nineteenth century, they outfitted United States President Abraham Lincoln and considered him a loyal customer.Although most of the clothing is imported, many of the firm’s suits, sport coats, shirts, and some accessories are manufactured in the United States.