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The Hundreds is a streetwear brand founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by law school classmates Bobby Kim and Ben Shenassafar. [1] The Hundreds also sells a print magazine, footwear and eyewear. [2] In 2011, Complex magazine named The Hundreds as the fifth-greatest streetwear brand. [3]

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Stores

The collection is currently available in 400 accounts[ clarification needed ] worldwide. In 2007, the brand expanded into retail, opening a store in Los Angeles. [4] This Los Angeles store is located at 7909 Rosewood Ave, as the address appears on multiple items of clothing from the "Rosewood" collection. The Hundreds followed in 2008 opening San Francisco and in 2010 New York City. [5] On April 1, 2011, The Hundreds opened their fourth retail store, located in Santa Monica, California.[ citation needed ]

Design

The early creation of The Hundreds designs were inspired by graphic designers from San Diego, Hawaii, and Hong Kong. [6] [7] The Hundreds has partnered with numerous brands. [7]

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References

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