30 of the oldest American clothing brands that are still around today

Some American clothing brands have been around for more than a century.

Brooks Brothers is the oldest American clothing brand, founded in 1818.

Other clothiers, such as Carhartt and Sperry, have a history of making garments and shoes for US military soldiers.

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Whether it's a trusty pair of Vans or a collared Polo shirt, many garments from American clothing brands have a rich history.

Among the oldest American clothiers that are still around today are Brooks Brothers, Woolrich, Johnston & Murphy, and Levi Strauss & Co. Other American clothing companies with rich histories include Ralph Lauren, who has dressed first ladies and Team USA athletes; and Nike, which continues to innovate in the athletic wear space.

Here are 30 of the oldest American clothing brands that are still around today.

Brooks Brothers is America's first and oldest existing clothing brand, having been founded in 1818.

Founded in New York City in 1818, the brand Brooks Brothers was the first American clothing company that's still around today.

One of its most famous clothing items, the trench coat, has a history that dates back to World War I. The brand outfitted men serving in the war, equipping them with their uniforms, including the buttoned and belted coats, which became a popular military-inspired style among Americans.

The brand continues to sell clothing that aligns with its traditional roots and rich history, from button-up shirts, suits, ties, and other high-quality dress wear.

Woolrich, recognized for its black and red Buffalo Check fabric, was founded in 1830, and has been crafting heavy-duty outdoor clothing ever since.

Woolrich calls itself the original American outdoor clothing company. Founded in 1830 by English immigrant John Rich in Plum Run, Pennsylvania, one of Woolrich's first offerings was the Buffalo Check shirt, a black and red checkered shirt allegedly named after the herd of buffalo the designer owned.

Today, the brand continues to specialize in high-quality parkas, down coats, wool shirts, and other heavy-duty outdoor staples.

Johnston & Murphy was founded in 1850, and has not only remained a popular retailer, but has also designed custom shoes for every US president since.

Johnston & Murphy launched in 1850 in Newark, New Jersey, originally as the William J. Dudley Shoe...