Ralph Lauren Corporation is an American luxury fashion company founded in 1967 by Ralph Lauren in New York City. The company began with a line of men's neckties and has grown into a global lifestyle brand encompassing fashion, home furnishings, fragrances, and hospitality. The company is publicly listed on the New York Stock Exchange, with Ralph Lauren retaining a controlling stake through a dual-class share structure.
The brand operates across multiple tiers. Ralph Lauren Purple Label represents the company's highest-end menswear line, featuring hand-tailored suits, cashmere knitwear, and luxury sportswear produced in Italy. Ralph Lauren Collection is the women's equivalent, featuring runway designs shown during New York Fashion Week. Double RL (RRL) offers vintage-inspired American workwear at premium price points. Below these luxury tiers, the company operates Polo Ralph Lauren, Lauren Ralph Lauren, and other lines at more accessible price points.
Ralph Lauren's design vision centers on idealized American lifestyles, drawing from references including Ivy League preppy style, Western ranchwear, English country, and Hollywood glamour. The company's branding, centered on the Polo player logo, is one of the most widely recognized symbols in global fashion. The company also operates Ralph Lauren Home, a luxury home furnishings division, and The Polo Bar restaurant in New York.
The company operates over 500 retail stores worldwide, including flagships on Madison Avenue in New York, Regent Street in London, and the Rhinelander Mansion on Madison Avenue. Ralph Lauren reported net revenue of approximately 6.6 billion USD in fiscal year 2024. The company's fragrances are produced through a licensing agreement with L'Oreal Group.