Lee (jeans)

Lee (jeans)

Lee is a brand of denim jeans first produced in 1889 in Salina, Kansas. The company is currently headquartered in Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.A., and owned by the VF Corporation.

History

In 1889 Paul David Lee founded the H.D Lee mercantile Company in Kansas. Motivated by the inconsistent quality of foreign workwear Lee aimed to create quality American garments.

In 1911, H.D Lee designed the Lee overall. The first model was named the Lee Bib Overall. Made in 8 ounce denim, it sported a multi-functional breast pocket and a button fly. While also producing jackets and dungarees, Lee didn't become an important factor in its industry until 1913 when it conceived the Union-All.

ee also

*Buddy Lee, a doll used in Lee advertising (1920-1962, 1999-2004)
*Lee National Denim Day

External links

* [http://www.lee.com Lee Jeans]

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