Jockey International

Jockey International is a privately held, family-owned apparel company with a long history in the industry. Established in 1876 as a hosiery business in St. Joseph, Michigan, Jockey has grown into a global brand recognized for its underwear, loungewear, and a broad range of apparel for men, women, and children. The company’s headquarters remain in Kenosha, Wisconsin, where its leadership and real estate teams are based.

A defining moment in Jockey’s history came in 1934 with the introduction of the world’s first men’s brief, a product that helped shape the modern underwear market. Over the years, Jockey has steadily expanded its product offerings to include sleepwear, activewear, and socks, adapting to changing consumer preferences and retail trends.

As of November 2025, Jockey operates more than 1,500 exclusive brand stores, with a particularly strong presence in India, where the company recently marked the opening of its 1,500th location. The brand’s international footprint extends across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, reflecting a deliberate focus on both established and emerging markets. In the past five years, Jockey has accelerated its global expansion, especially in India, and invested in direct-to-consumer channels and digital transformation to support growth in North America and other key regions.

Jockey’s scale and established reputation make it a recognizable and credible tenant across a variety of retail formats. The company’s ongoing investment in digital and physical retail, along with its robust social media presence, underscores its commitment to evolving with the retail landscape while maintaining a stable and trusted brand identity.