Lacoste (footwear)

The name is licensed to other makers for some or all of what carries it.

Verified Owner backed by a register page, filing or official source we opened.

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Ownership

  1. 1933
    Founded
  2. Now
    Lacoste (Maus Frères) Ultimate parent: Maus Frères Operating company
  3. 2026
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Kind of name
Licensed nameThe company that owns the trademark doesn’t necessarily make the product. Quality follows the licensee, not the name.
Market tier
Premium
Outlet line
Lacoste outlet
Seen at off-price
Often
Also appears as
Lacoste

Notes

Lacoste footwear has been designed and made by Pentland since 1991, from 2018 through the 50/50 JV Pentland Chaussures; in April 2025 Lacoste was reported to be buying out Pentland's half to bring shoes in-house. Footwear at off-price is Pentland-era product; apparel is Lacoste's own.

Sources

  1. fashionunited.uk /news/business/lacoste-eyes-controlling-stake-in-joint-venture-with-pentland/2025042481261
  2. pentlandgroup.com /about-us

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