6. Lululemon Athletica
Lululemon is proof that you can succeed in the sportswear industry without selling shoes. The Canadian business was founded in 1998 and has since risen to the top position in the yoga apparel industry. It comes as no surprise that Lululemon is listed among the Top 10 sports clothing brands given the success and widespread appeal of yoga.
7. Asics
ASICS is another shoe manufacturer included among the top ten athletic companies. The Japanese business, which was established in 1949 and is headquartered in the city of Kbe, is renowned for producing running shoes. Asics offers gear for gymnastics and fitness in addition to shoes.
8. Columbia Sportswear
In the Top 10 Global Sportswear Brand Ranking, Columbia Sportswear stands out as more than simply another shoe manufacturer. The American corporation specializes in outerwear, which includes specialized footwear (such as hiking boots), as well as nearly all clothing items under the general category of outdoor sports wear. The Oregon-based shoe firm has been in business for more than 80 years, making it much older than Nike, the sportswear giant located in California.
9. Fila
The Fila brand, which was initially established in Italy in 1911, is now headquartered in South Korea. Both a maker of athletic footwear and a lifestyle company, Fila.
10. Reebok
Another shoe brand is the owner of the top 10 sportswear companies in the world. The Boston-based company Reebok continues to broaden its product offering to include athletic clothing, but its primary concentration is still on the shoe market. Adidas has owned Reebok since 2005.
