SPARC Group
SPARC Group designs, sources, manufactures, distributes, and markets apparel and accessories for women, men, and kids globally, managing iconic brands like Aéropostale, Brooks Brothers, Eddie Bauer, Forever 21, Lucky Brand, Nautica, and Reebok.
Company Overview
SPARC Group is a joint venture between Simon Property Group and Authentic Brands Group. The company designs, sources, manufactures, distributes, and markets women's, men’s, and kids' apparel and accessories in key markets worldwide. It manages iconic brands including Aéropostale, Brooks Brothers, Eddie Bauer, Forever 21, Lucky Brand, Nautica, and Reebok, serving over 65 countries and operating more than 4,280 retail stores and shop-in-shops. The company has a workforce of 32,100 employees and receives over 57 million web visitors monthly, generating over $12.7 billion in global retail sales annually.
Brands Managed by SPARC Group
SPARC Group manages several renowned brands: Aéropostale with over 1,000 locations worldwide; Brooks Brothers available in 500 stores in 45 countries; Eddie Bauer's products found in over 200 stores in the U.S., Canada, Germany, Japan, and other markets; Forever 21 with over 500 locations across the U.S., Mexico, South America, Asia, and Europe; Lucky Brand with roughly 200 retail locations in North America; and Nautica available in nearly 1,400 stores and shop-in-shops in more than 65 countries. This diverse portfolio allows SPARC Group to cater to various customer segments globally.
Commitment to Ethical Sourcing
SPARC Group is committed to ethical sourcing across its brands. It has a zero-tolerance policy for slavery, human trafficking, forced labor, or child labor in its supply chains. Each brand under SPARC Group undertakes specific sustainability initiatives: Aéropostale focuses on making products that are better for people and the planet; Brooks Brothers is partnering with Supima for a sustainable knitwear program; Eddie Bauer is RDS-certified, partners with bluesign, and is part of the CanopyStyle Initiative; Forever 21’s Los Angeles site hosts one of California's largest solar power installations; Lucky Brand works with selectively chosen denim mills and factories globally; and Nautica partners with Oceana for a fundraising program.
Corporate Social Responsibility
SPARC Group is dedicated to diversity and inclusion, actively seeking to educate and embrace differences in race, gender, religion, and culture. Additionally, SPARC Group Cares is a not-for-profit organization that provides assistance to employees and their families facing extreme financial hardship or personal tragedy. These initiatives reflect SPARC Group's commitment to not only ethical practices but also the welfare and support of its employees and the broader community.
Joint Venture Partners
SPARC Group is a joint venture formed by Simon Property Group and Authentic Brands Group. Simon Property Group is a real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment, and mixed-use destinations. Authentic Brands Group is a brand development, marketing, and entertainment company headquartered in New York City. This joint venture combines Simon Property’s real estate expertise with Authentic Brands’ marketing and brand development capabilities to drive SPARC Group's growth and success.