GANT striped polo shirt

GANT is a premium lifestyle brand with deep American roots. Founded in New Haven, Connecticut in 1949 by Bernard Gantmacher, the company originally rose to prominence as a high-quality shirt manufacturer, notably for labels like Brooks Brothers. The brand became a cornerstone of the American East Coast Ivy League style.

Over the decades, ownership shifted; it was acquired by Swedish investors in the late 1990s, which significantly expanded its international presence and reinforced its European design influence. Today, the brand is owned by the Swiss holding company Maus Frères SA. Manufacturing is decentralized, taking place in various countries including Portugal, Turkey, India, and China, depending on the specific garment line.