Esprit clothing and fashion accessories

Esprit is a globally recognized lifestyle brand that was founded in 1968 in San Francisco, California, by Susie and Doug Tompkins. The brand gained fame for its casual, authentic, and easy-going California style, eventually expanding into a massive global retail presence. Over time, the company's center of gravity shifted towards Europe and Asia.

Following a series of corporate restructurings and ownership changes throughout the early 2000s, the brand's primary operations were consolidated under Esprit Holdings Limited. In 2024 and 2025, the brand underwent significant financial restructuring, particularly in Europe. The ultimate ownership now resides with Esprit Holdings Limited, which remains headquarted in Hong Kong. Manufacturing is outsourced to a diverse network of suppliers primarily located in Asia (such as China, Bangladesh, and Vietnam) and Turkey to maintain competitive production costs.