Skechers slip-on shoes

Skechers is a prominent American lifestyle and performance footwear brand that has grown into one of the largest athletic footwear brands in the United States and globally. Founded in 1992, the brand initially specialized in utility boots and skate shoes but has since expanded to include a vast range of casual and athletic styles for all ages.

While Skechers is an American company with its global headquarters in Manhattan Beach, California, the physical manufacturing of its products primarily takes place in East and Southeast Asia. The company utilizes a network of independent contract manufacturers, with significant production facilities located in China and Vietnam, though they also source from other international locations to meet global demand.

Ownership of the brand remains with Skechers U.S.A., Inc., which operates as a publicly traded corporation. The company maintains a strong international presence through a network of subsidiaries, joint venture partners, and distributors, allowing it to control its brand narrative while managing a complex global supply chain that serves customers in over 180 countries.