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Levi's

Apparel & Fashion

Levi's offers iconic, durable denim and casual apparel rooted in American heritage, combining timeless style with cultural relevance and broad global accessibility.

Last updated Nov 5, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Founded
1853
HQ
San Francisco, California, United States
Connections
1

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At a glance

Employees
10001+
Revenue
$5B–$6B
Stock
LEVI

About

World's largest denim brand and one of the most recognized apparel companies globally, with a dominant position in the jeans category across both developed and emerging markets.

Levi Strauss & Co. is a global apparel company founded in 1853 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company is the inventor of blue jeans and remains the world's largest denim brand, selling products under the Levi's, Dockers, Beyond Yoga, and Denizen labels through a combination of wholesale, direct-to-consumer retail stores, and e-commerce channels. With a presence in over 110 countries and thousands of retail doors worldwide, Levi's is one of the most recognized consumer brands on the planet. From a marketing and advertising perspective, Levi's is a major advertiser and brand-building powerhouse. The company invests heavily in global marketing campaigns, celebrity partnerships, music sponsorships, and cultural moments to maintain its aspirational brand positioning. Levi's has a long history of iconic advertising, from its classic 501 jeans campaigns to modern digital and social media activations. The brand frequently partners with artists, athletes, and cultural figures, and has been an early adopter of experiential marketing and influencer-driven campaigns. Levi's has undergone significant digital transformation in recent years, expanding its direct-to-consumer business and investing in data-driven marketing capabilities, personalization, and loyalty programs. The company went public again in 2019 (NYSE: LEVI) after a period as a private company, and continues to grow its e-commerce and owned-retail footprint as part of a broader strategy to deepen consumer relationships and reduce dependence on wholesale partners.

Business model

Retail / Wholesale Consumer Goods

Target market

Mass Market / Consumer

What they offer

  • Levi's 501 Jeans

    The original and iconic straight-fit denim jean, first introduced in 1873, serving as the brand's flagship product.

  • Levi's Trucker Jacket

    Classic denim jacket that is one of the brand's most enduring and recognizable outerwear pieces.

  • Dockers

    Sub-brand focused on khaki and casual pants targeting a slightly older, professional demographic.

  • Beyond Yoga

    Premium activewear and athleisure brand acquired by Levi Strauss & Co. in 2021, targeting the women's wellness market.

  • Denizen

    Value-oriented denim brand primarily sold through mass-market retailers, targeting price-conscious consumers in emerging markets.

  • Levi's App & E-commerce

    Direct-to-consumer digital platform offering personalized shopping, loyalty rewards, and exclusive product drops.

Key features

Global brand recognition across 110+ countriesOmnichannel retail strategy combining DTC, e-commerce, and wholesaleStrong loyalty and membership programIconic product heritage dating back to 1853Sustainability initiatives including Water<Less manufacturing and use of recycled materialsRobust celebrity and cultural partnership marketing

Use cases

Everyday casual and workwear apparel for consumers globallyFashion-forward denim styling through collaborations and limited editionsActivewear and athleisure through Beyond YogaCorporate gifting and branded merchandiseSustainable fashion through eco-conscious product lines

Customer segments

General consumers (men, women, youth)Fashion-conscious millennials and Gen ZValue-oriented shoppers (via Denizen)Activewear and wellness consumers (via Beyond Yoga)Wholesale retail partners (department stores, specialty retailers)

Tech & specs

Technology stack

Salesforce Commerce Cloud (e-commerce)SAP (ERP)Adobe Experience Cloud (marketing)Data analytics and personalization platformsRFID inventory management

Security & compliance

GDPRCCPA

API

No

Corporate history
  1. 1853 · Founded
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