HUF Competitors

Vans is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, Vans has thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the expressive creators within our company and community as they bring new and innovative perspectives to help shape and transform the future of our business. At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by five values: 1. We are determined. 2. We are connected to our consumers and to each other. 3. We are inclusive. 4. We are expressive and fun. 5. And most of all, we are a family. Our purpose to enable creative expression and inspire youth culture is fostered through our inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate an environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential. By joining the Vans family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work very hard across a multitude of large initiatives to bring the Van Doren spirit to life. We live for what we do. VF Corporation Vans is part of the VF Family. VF Corporation is a Purpose-led, performance-driven and value-creating organization. Our relentless pursuit of business success is fueled by our desire to use our scale and resources to improve people’s lives and make the world better. We don’t just make the world’s best apparel and footwear. We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s why we come to work every day. It’s a commitment shared by our nearly 70,000 associates across more than 20 brands that unites us as One VF and leads us to pursue our goals together. www.vfc.com

Established in 2011, Kith is a leading lifestyle brand and progressive retail concept that’s celebrated globally for its ability to tell stories, evoke nostalgia, and connect product to the passion it’s woven with. Now in its eleventh year of business, Kith has in-house apparel lines for men, women, and children, an ice cream parlor in every flagship, a full-service restaurant, and a retail footprint in three continents. Born and raised in Queens, New York, Kith Founder Ronnie Fieg rose the ranks from 13-year-old stock boy at footwear franchise David Z. to the company’s chief buyer, earning him a profound understanding of the retail landscape and a network of powerful brand relationships. As the brand’s CEO and Creative Director, Fieg is known for his ability to create premium products and deliver unparalleled experiences, with a personal philosophy of giving the consumer more than what they pay for. Using Kith as a vehicle, Fieg has applied his signature lens to an impressive list of collaborators, including Coca-Cola, Nike, Versace, BMW and many others.

A BATHING APE®（BAPE®） Situated in the heart of Tokyo, one of the leading fashion hubs of the world, Nowhere Co., Ltd. strives to introduce Japanese fashion culture to the world. Since the brand's establishment in 1993, it has remained as a symbol of street fashion for 31 years. Thus far, it has produced iconic design items, original patterns and character such as "APE HEAD", "BAPE® CAMO", "BAPE STA™", "SHARK HOODIE" and "BABY MILO®" etc. It has now expanded into Mens', Ladies and Kids line and is carried throughout stores in Japan and also sold in US, UK, China and various Asian countries. It is well known globally and highly supported by a wide range of fashionistas. It has also created successful collaborations with established International brands and reputable artists. The collaborations are recognized as being genre less and flexible, not limited to fashion and apparel categories only. The world has its eyes on A BATHING APE® and there is no stopping it………