7 For All Mankind
United States
7 For All Mankind is a Los Angeles premium denim brand created by designers Michael Glasser, Peter Koral and Jerome Dahan. It built its name on women's jeans and later added men's and children's denim. Its current owner could not be verified in the sources reviewed.
| Founders | Michael Glasser, Peter Koral and Jerome Dahan |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Vernon, California, United States |
| Segment | Denim and casualwear |
| Men's line | Autumn 2002 |
| Children's line | Autumn 2005 |
| Reach | More than 80 countries |
| Website | 7forallmankind.com |
What is 7 For All Mankind?
7 For All Mankind is a premium denim brand based in the Los Angeles area. It was created to fill a gap in the contemporary denim market, with a first focus on women who wear jeans. Its headquarters is given as Vernon, California, in the source reviewed.
History
The company is credited to the denim designers Jerome Dahan and Michael Glasser, with Peter Koral also named as a founder. Women's jeans came first, followed by a men's line in autumn 2002 and a children's denim collection in autumn 2005.
Ownership has changed over time. The brand has been associated with VF Corporation, but the source reviewed does not confirm the current owner, so this profile does not name one.
Products and positioning
- Women's jeans, the original line
- Men's jeans, added in 2002
- Children's denim, added in 2005
The jeans are described as tight-fitting and mid-rise. The brand's success is attributed to fit, fabrics, washes, attention to detail and the logo on the back pockets, which positions it in the premium denim segment.
Business model and distribution
The brand is sold in more than 80 countries, including in Europe, Canada and Japan. Its proximity to Los Angeles has made it popular with celebrities, which supported its visibility in the early years of the premium denim category.
Why it matters
7 For All Mankind is one of the labels that defined premium denim in the 2000s. Its history also illustrates how contemporary denim brands have moved between owners and groups.
Frequently asked questions
Where is 7 For All Mankind from?
7 For All Mankind is an American brand based in the Los Angeles area, with its headquarters given as Vernon, California. It is known as a premium denim label.
Who owns 7 For All Mankind?
The brand has been linked to VF Corporation, but the sources reviewed for this profile do not confirm the current owner. Readers should check recent company announcements.