LA Gear
A former American athletic shoe and apparel brand
Last updated August 26, 2026
Overview
LA Gear was an American athletic shoe and apparel brand founded in 1979. It was popular in the 1980s and early 1990s, especially for women's athletic shoes. The brand went public but later faced financial difficulties, filing for bankruptcy in 1998, and its assets were acquired.
Products and positioning
Mass-market sports and leisure brand
Product categories. Athletic shoes · Sportswear · Casual shoes
Flagship businesses
- Women's athletic shoes
Leadership
| Name | Title | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Greenberg | Founderformer | 1979– |
Recent events
- 1998LA Gear files for bankruptcy
LA Gear 因财务困难申请破产保护。
Bankruptcy
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