Lee
Brand archive
Lee
An American denim and workwear brand known for jeans, jackets, overalls, and durable everyday clothing.
History
Lee was founded in 1889 by Henry David Lee as the H.D. Lee Mercantile Company. It became a major workwear and denim maker through overalls, union suits, cowboy jeans, and the Lee Rider jacket.
Description
Lee sells jeans, jackets, overalls, shirts, pants, and casualwear. Its archive is tied to American workwear, western wear, and mid century denim history.
Trend focus
Vintage denim, chore jackets, carpenter jeans, western workwear, overalls, and heritage casualwear.
Where it is sold
Lee is sold through lee.com, department stores, mass retailers, western retailers, and resale or vintage markets.
Editorial note: This record is maintained as a practical resale reference for identification, market context, and brand literacy.