Berkeley Apparel's history
Henry Cohen and Pierre Cardin
Joseph Cohen, whose entrepreneurial flair and spirit is found resonating through the fourth generation family enterprise, founded Berkeley Apparel in 1907. Joseph Cohen was a foresighted Polish Immigrant whom undertook his tailoring training in the West-End of London, his philosophy of quality and style are the hallmarks of the company's products. The family philosophy is the search for the finest quality, quality of life, quality relationships with staff and customers and the continuous search for innovative products. Technology transfers and capital investment transfer has enabled Berkeley Apparel to shift its emphasis from manufacturing to importing high value brands.
Company Highlights
- 1907
Joseph Cohen founded Berkeley Apparel.
- 1958
Sign up Eagle Clothes Inc New York.
- 1976
Pierre Cardin license agreement signed.
- 1988
Relocation to large scale integrated, manufacturing, showroom and offices.
- 1988
Nino Cerruti license agreement signed.
- 1991
Studio Italia launched.
- 1992
Established large scale stock-service offer.
- 1994
Studlo ltalia Winner FIA awards.
- 2000
Olympic Games uniforms for Male Athletes and Officials.
- 2002
First Australian manufacturer to develop the Washable Suit.
- 2004
Beginning our multi-branding and multi-sourcing strategic plans. Early exports to the New Zealand market
- 2006
Commercialisation of multi-branding and strategy and multi-sourcing strategy.
- 2008
100th year celebration dinner held at the Carousel in Albert Park.
