About Tailored Brands

History of Tailored Brands

Five Decades of Manufacturing & Retail Leadership

Tailored Brands, Inc. is a leading omnichannel specialty retailer and premier apparel enterprise with a rich legacy in precision tailored suits, formalwear, business casual apparel, and large-scale manufacturing operations across North America.

Through strategic organic growth, industrial acquisitions, and advanced supply chain integration, our corporate portfolio brings together iconic brands including Men's Wearhouse, Jos. A. Bank, Moores, and K&G Fashion Superstore to serve global retail markets and B2B apparel programs.

B2B Manufacturing & Supply Resilience

  • Operates JAMCo — the largest tailored clothing factory in the United States (New Bedford, MA).
  • Robust network of 1,400+ retail distribution nodes across North America.
  • Advanced contactless 3D sizing algorithms & custom fit digital technology integration.
  • Ethical manufacturing audits, sustainable material sourcing, and ISO-compliant standards.

Strategic Corporate & Industrial Timeline

Explore the timeline of how Tailored Brands grew from a single retail store into a billion-dollar apparel manufacturing power with multi-brand supply chain operations.

1905
1905

Foundation of Custom Tailored Apparel

Jos. A. Bank is founded as a specialized tailored clothing manufacturer, establishing foundational expertise in precision cutting, premium fabric sourcing, and structured garment crafting that evolved into a nationwide retail and catalog enterprise.

1973
1973

Establishment of Men's Wearhouse

Men's Wearhouse opens its flagship retail store in Houston, Texas. The company pioneered accessible tailored suit offerings for professionals, laying the groundwork for rapid retail network expansion.

1988
1988 - 1989

Expansion into Canada & Superstore Footprint

Moores opens its first location in Mississauga, Ontario, laying the baseline for Canadian market leadership. Concurrently, K&G Fashion Superstore is launched in Atlanta, introducing high-volume, off-price family apparel retail.

1992
1992 - 1999

Public Listing & Strategic Brand Portfolio Expansion

The Men's Wearhouse launches its IPO on NASDAQ. Over the decade, strategic acquisitions of Moores (Canada) and K&G Superstores established an integrated supply chain serving value, business, and premium menswear customer segments.

2006
2006 - 2012

Tuxedo Rental Scale & Designer Apparel Integration

Full integration of nationwide tuxedo and formalwear rental facilities across 1,000+ locations. Renowned designer Joseph Abboud joins as Chief Creative Director to elevate corporate design and material standard specifications.

2014
2014 - 2016

Acquisition of USA Manufacturing Plant & TLRD Formation

Acquired the Joseph Abboud Manufacturing Corporation (JAMCo) factory in New Bedford, Massachusetts — creating the largest remaining tailored clothing production plant in the United States. Formed Tailored Brands, Inc. as the holding umbrella entity on NYSE.

2021
2021 - Present

Digital Supply Chain & 3D Body Measurement Tech

Deployed contactless AI-driven 3D fit technology across 650+ prime store hubs. Advanced omnichannel fulfillment, automated warehouse picking, and sustainable B2B garment sourcing standard enforcement.

Enterprise Apparel Manufacturing Capabilities

Why international buyers, corporate fleets, and global retail partners trust Tailored Brands for large-scale garment execution.

Industrial Production Scale

State-of-the-art manufacturing infrastructure capable of executing large-volume orders with strict adherence to garment specifications, precise tolerance checks, and fast delivery turnaround times.

Quality Control & Compliance

Full spectrum supply chain transparency with rigorous multi-tier raw material testing, ethical labor standard audits, and eco-friendly textile certification practices.

Custom B2B Solutions

Custom tailored uniform solutions, private label design development, custom linings, and specialized corporate apparel packaging engineered for international trade partners.

Partner with North America's Apparel Leader

Looking for reliable apparel manufacturing, private-label suit production, or bulk corporate clothing solutions? Connect directly with our global supply team today.

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