Skechers kids' athletic shoe

Skechers is a major American lifestyle and performance footwear company known for its comfortable and stylish designs. Originally founded in 1992 in Manhattan Beach, California, the brand has grown into a global leader in the footwear industry.

While the brand is headquartered in the United States, its manufacturing is primarily outsourced to a network of independent factories located in several countries across Asia, including China, Vietnam, and Indonesia. This global production model allows the brand to scale and distribute products to over 180 countries.

Skechers remains an independent, publicly traded company (Skechers U.S.A., Inc.). It oversees its own operations, design, and global marketing, maintaining its status as one of the largest athletic and lifestyle footwear brands in the world today.