Lee Cooper T-shirt

Lee Cooper is an iconic British heritage brand founded in East London in 1908 by Morris Cooper. Originally established as a workwear company, it gained fame for its high-quality denim and strong association with various music scenes and cultural shifts through the 20th century. While it proudly displays its London roots on its apparel, the manufacturing of Lee Cooper products is now globalized, taking place across various countries in Asia and Europe to serve its international markets.

In terms of ownership, the brand's trajectory has changed significantly since its founding. Today, Lee Cooper is owned by Iconix International (formerly Iconix Brand Group). This American brand management company oversees the licensing of Lee Cooper worldwide, ensuring the brand maintains its legacy of British authenticity while being distributed through various regional partners and subsidiaries across more than 100 countries.