Vince (NYSE:VNCE) (NYSE: VNCE) is a Los Angeles–based designer, marketer and retailer of contemporary apparel, accessories and footwear. The company’s collections encompass women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, handbags, small leather goods, scarves, hosiery and footwear. Vince’s product ethos centers on understated luxury, combining high–quality fabrics—such as cashmere, silk, cotton and leather—with a minimalist design aesthetic intended to appeal to a broad base of fashion–conscious consumers.
Vince distributes its products through a multi–channel platform that includes full–price standalone stores, factory outlets, department store shop-in-shops and e-commerce. The company’s direct-to-consumer operations span the United States, Europe and Asia, while wholesale relationships place Vince merchandise in leading specialty and department store accounts. This omni-channel approach supports brand visibility and provides customers with an integrated shopping experience.
Founded in 2002, Vince grew rapidly on the strength of its signature cashmere sweaters and laid-back luxury apparel, expanding its footprint with seasonal collections and collaborations. The company went public in late 2013, gaining access to capital for store expansion and inventory investment. In mid-2017, Vince filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to restructure its balance sheet and optimize its retail network. Following a successful financial reorganization, the company emerged from Chapter 11 in early 2018.
Under its current ownership structure—anchored by Park West and Bluestar Alliance—Vince continues to refine its product offerings, enhance its digital capabilities and pursue selective retail expansion. Leadership remains focused on operational discipline, inventory management and strategic brand partnerships to drive growth in key markets while maintaining the brand’s commitment to modern, quality‐driven design.
