Kappa clothing

Kappa is an iconic Italian sportswear brand originally founded in Turin, Italy, in 1916 as a sock and underwear manufacturer named Maglificio Calzificio Torinese (MCT). The brand 'Kappa' was officially established in 1967, and the 'Omini' logo—featuring a man and a woman sitting back-to-back—became a global symbol of equality and sports heritage in the following decades.

Throughout the late 20th century, Kappa became a leading technical gear provider for high-profile football clubs like Juventus, AC Milan, and FC Barcelona, as well as Olympic teams. Today, the brand is owned by BasicNet S.p.A., an Italian company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange.

Kappa products are manufactured across a global network of licensees in multiple countries, primarily in Asia and Europe, to cater to international demand. While its creative direction and historical roots remain firmly in Turin, Italy, the brand's production and distribution are decentralized. In specific markets like China and Macau, the brand rights are managed by China Dongxiang (Group) Co., Ltd., while other regions like Japan involve master license agreements with local giants like ITOCHU Corporation.