Ralph Lauren Corp

Ralph Lauren’s long-term strategies include expanding global presence, extending direct-to-consumer reach, and expanding apparel and accessory portfolio.

Ralph Lauren’s (RL) advertising programs are created and executed through the company’s in-house creative and advertising organization.

Ralph Lauren earns royalties from licensing the use of its trademarks or the right to operate stores to third parties for apparel, eyewear, and fragrances.

In retail, Ralph Lauren operated 143 Ralph Lauren stores, 64 Club Monaco stores, and 259 factory outlets at the end of fiscal 2015.

Ralph Lauren was founded by Ralph Lauren in 1967 and offers apparel, accessories, home products, and fragrances under several well-known brand names.

Ralph Lauren is the third-largest branded apparel company (by revenue) in the US and has grown at a CAGR of around 9% over the past ten years.

Tommy Hilfiger is one of the world’s leading designer lifestyle brands. PVH reports its business under the North America and International segments.

Calvin Klein’s North American operations had a 2% increase in same-store sales growth. However, the international operations decreased by 4%.

Tommy Hilfiger was founded in 1985. Along with Calvin Klein, it’s one of PVH’s two flagship brands. For 2013, Tommy Hilfiger’s global retail sales were $6.4 billion.

At Coach (COH), products are conceptualized by its New York-based design team. The team also directs the design of all Coach products.

Competition is fierce in all of the affordable luxury industry. And, there are many players, including KORS and KATE.

Coach’s pricing is lower than other luxury brands. This appeals to HENRYs, or high-earners, not rich yet, among other markets.