Colcci

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Colcci
Type Public
Industry Clothing
Founded1986
Headquarters Brusque, Brazil
Products Apparel
Number of employees
2,600 (2009)
Website www.colcci.com

Colcci is a Brazilian fashion company specialising in clothing and accessories. The company is known for its trendy and stylish designs, and it offers a wide range of products for both men and women, including jeans, t-shirts, dresses, skirts, and shoes. Colcci is one of the leading fashion brands in Brazil, [1] and it has a strong presence in both the domestic market and international markets. The company's mission is to create high-quality fashion products that are accessible and appealing to customers, and it is committed to producing fashionable and affordable clothing and accessories that are suitable for a variety of occasions. [2]

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History

Colcci was established in 1986 in Brusque, Santa Catarina, in Brazil. Since 1988, Adriana Zucco has been the creative director of Colcci's womenswear. In the early 2000s, the brand was acquired by AMC Têxtil group. [1]

Gisele Bündchen has been the main female promotional model for the brand since 2005.

Colcci entered the US market through a distribution partnership with Macy's. [1]

In October 2009, Colcci expanded its business in the United Kingdom. [3]

In 2021, Colcci launched a Coca-Cola collection with Coca-Cola-branded clothes. [4]

Activities

Colcci operates in 31 countries, with 1,650 label stores and 20 franchise stores. [5]

Colcci is heavily influenced by streetwear clothing targeted at young people, and is known for its sportswear, denims, accessories, and footwear. [5] Although hip hop culture has an influence, designers for Colcci are also inspired by Mexican folk art, religious and historic images, and literature. [5]

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