Bee Inspired
Bee Inspired is a Scottish casualwear brand founded in 2013 by former footballers Steven Robb and Mark Corcoran. It makes T-shirts, hoodies, jackets, jeans and footwear and is popular with professional footballers.
| Founded | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Founders | Steven Robb, Mark Corcoran |
| Origin | Glasgow, Scotland |
| First store | Princes Square, Glasgow |
| Website | beeinspiredclothing.com |
What is Bee Inspired?
Bee Inspired is a clothing brand from Glasgow, Scotland, founded in 2013 by Steven Robb and Mark Corcoran, both former professional footballers.
Products and positioning
The brand focuses on premium casual menswear with a streetwear feel. Its range includes:
- T-shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies
- Jackets
- Jeans
- Footwear
Bee Inspired gained attention through football. Lionel Messi, Roberto Firmino and Luis Suarez have been described as fans, as have singer Craig David, boxer Josh Taylor and actor Martin Compston.
Distribution
The brand grew online and through social media, building a large following on Instagram and Facebook, and is served by a global distribution warehouse in Glasgow. In 2019 it opened its first bricks and mortar store in Princes Square, Glasgow, and it has since added a shop at Victoria Leeds.
Why it matters
Bee Inspired shows how social media and endorsement by sports stars can turn a small independent label into a recognised casualwear brand with its own retail estate.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Bee Inspired?
Bee Inspired was founded in 2013 by former footballers Steven Robb and Mark Corcoran.
Where is Bee Inspired from?
Bee Inspired is a Scottish brand from Glasgow, where it opened its first store in Princes Square.