H&M, short for Hennes & Mauritz, was established in 1947 by Erling Persson in Västerås, Sweden. Initially, the store was called 'Hennes' (Swedish for 'hers') and focused exclusively on women's clothing. In 1968, Persson acquired Mauritz Widforss, a hunting apparel retailer, which led to the introduction of menswear and the renaming of the company to Hennes & Mauritz. H&M's foundational design philosophy centers on delivering 'fashion and quality at the best price in a sustainable way.' This miss...
ion translates into making current trends and stylish designs accessible to a broad global audience at affordable price points. The brand's output is characterized by its wide variety of product lines, including apparel for men, women, teenagers, and children, as well as accessories and home goods, all reflecting the latest fashion zeitgeist. Operating on a fast-fashion model, H&M is adept at quickly translating runway trends into ready-to-wear collections available in stores. In recent years, H&M has increasingly emphasized sustainability, integrating more responsibly sourced materials into its collections and promoting circular fashion initiatives, though balancing rapid production with genuine sustainability remains an ongoing effort and a key focus for the brand's future direction.
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