alvin Klein, Inc., one of the leading fashion, design, and marketing studios in the world today, began in 1968 when Calvin Klein and a childhood friend first opened a women's coat business. Klein's work quickly earned him widespread recognition. The clean lines and spare shapes of his designs caught the attention of the press and retail executives alike, and the brand continued to expand its reach. Momentum continued through the 1970s as the appeal and appreciation grew for Calvin Klein's modern style and creative philosophy. On its way to becoming a true lifestyle brand, the company extended its offering to categories like ready-to-wear, designer jeans, underwear, and fragrance, and began to feature them in the company's now iconic advertising campaigns. Over the years, successful expansion has resulted in today's Calvin Klein brand, a worldwide fashion and design powerhouse with a globally recognized brand name. Today, the company manages a product portfolio spanning men's and women's apparel, coats, suits, accessories, shoes, sleepwear, hosiery, socks, swimwear, belts, eyewear, watches, jewelry, fragrances, and beauty, as well as products for the home. Calvin Klein Collection is the most prestigious and refined brand within the Calvin Klein portfolio, setting the tone of elegance and luxurious simplicity for the company's other brands. Calvin Klein Collection represents a sleek modernity characterized by immaculate finishing and tailoring with rich materials and sensual fabrics. In addition to the brand's ready wear line, which is shown each season on the runways of New York and Milan, Calvin Klein Collection also offers men's and women's shoes, eyewear, handbags and other accessories.