29 October 2026International edition
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29 October 2026
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Childrenswear

Abercrombie Kids

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. · United States

Abercrombie Kids is the childrenswear brand of Abercrombie & Fitch Co., the American retailer headquartered in New Albany, Ohio. Launched in 1998, it dresses children in the casual style of the main Abercrombie & Fitch line.

Facts
ParentAbercrombie & Fitch Co.
Launched1998
HeadquartersNew Albany, Ohio
PartnerHaddad Brands (from 2024)
Websiteabercrombie.com
Segment
Mid-market
Categories
Childrenswear
Sales channels
Own storesE-commerceWholesale

What is Abercrombie Kids?

Abercrombie Kids is the children's clothing brand of Abercrombie & Fitch Co., the American specialty retailer based in New Albany, Ohio. It translates the casual, classic look of Abercrombie & Fitch for younger customers.

History

The line was launched in 1998 under the name "abercrombie" and was later renamed Abercrombie Kids. In 2024 the company announced a partnership with Haddad Brands to grow the brand internationally.

Products and positioning

Abercrombie Kids has traditionally served children aged roughly 5 to 14. The Haddad Brands partnership added baby and toddler categories, extending the range to younger children.

Distribution

  • Abercrombie & Fitch stores
  • The Abercrombie & Fitch website
  • Wholesale and international distribution through Haddad Brands showrooms worldwide

Why it matters

Abercrombie Kids shows a retailer that built its business on owned stores and e-commerce turning to a specialist partner to open wholesale channels and widen its age range in childrenswear.

Frequently asked questions

Who owns Abercrombie Kids?

Abercrombie Kids is owned by Abercrombie & Fitch Co., headquartered in New Albany, Ohio.

What ages does Abercrombie Kids cover?

The brand has served children aged roughly 5 to 14, and its partnership with Haddad Brands added baby and toddler ranges.

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