Ralph Lauren, whose name is synonymous with American lifestyle, timeless design and impeccable quality, is a cultural icon who has built the Ralph Lauren Corporation into one of the most successful companies in the world. As the first designer to produce a complete lifestyle vision, Mr. Lauren created a global brand exemplified by style, sophistication and the utmost attention to detail. Today, the Company is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. Since 1967, Ralph Lauren has cultivated the iconography of America, as well as that of Europe and the exotic themes of other cultures, redefining a style of luxury that is recognized and coveted around the world. ñI have always had a clear vision,î he said. ñI wanted to develop quality products and create a whole world around that. It means taking risks, going with what you feel, but never losing sight of your vision and conviction.î At Ralph Lauren, we like to inspire„and to be inspired. Our teams are dynamic, collaborative and innovative„and we are always looking to build them with the strongest, most inspiring people in the world. The Company's brand names„including Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Double RL, Polo Ralph Lauren for men, women and children, Polo Sport, Polo Golf, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Chaps, Club Monaco and Ralph Lauren Home„constitute one of the most widely recognized families of consumer brands. Our brand image is reinforced by our full-price retail stores, factory stores, concession-based shop-within-shops, and our wholesale channels of distribution in the Americas, the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, as well as our global e-commerce sites.