14 October 2026International edition
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14 October 2026
AI in Fashion
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Mass market and fast fashion

Supré

Cotton On Group · Australia

Supré is an Australian youth fashion retailer founded in 1984 in Marrickville, New South Wales. Owned by Cotton On Group since 2013, it sells affordable womenswear basics, denim and accessories.

Facts
Founded1984, Marrickville, New South Wales
FoundersHans and Helen van der Meulen
ParentCotton On Group (since 2013)
Stores77 in Australia (September 2023)
Websitesupre.com.au
Segment
Value
Categories
WomenswearDenimAccessories
Sales channels
Own storesE-commerce

What is Supré?

Supré is an Australian fashion chain targeting the youth market with fashion items and basics at affordable prices. It is part of the Cotton On Group.

History

Supré was founded in 1984 in Marrickville, New South Wales, by Hans and Helen van der Meulen. In 2013 the business was acquired by Cotton On Group, which planned to expand the brand internationally, and the head office moved to the group's headquarters in Geelong, Victoria. Supré opened a store in South Africa in 2016, while its New Zealand stores had all closed by 2020.

Products and positioning

The range focuses on women's clothing, including:

  • Denim, tops and printed tees
  • Skirts and dresses
  • Fragrances and accessories

At times the brand has also offered men's sections.

Distribution

Supré operated 77 stores in Australia as of September 2023 and also sells online through supre.com.au.

Why it matters

As part of Cotton On Group, Supré is one of the established names in Australian value fashion for young women, competing in a market shaped by fast fashion and online pure players.

Frequently asked questions

Who owns Supré?

Supré has been owned by the Australian Cotton On Group since 2013.

Who founded Supré?

Supré was founded in 1984 in Marrickville, New South Wales, by Hans and Helen van der Meulen.

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