Banana Republic Travel and Safari Company

Organization

Dates

Existence: 1978-

Biography

Banana Republic is a clothing and accessories retailer owned by the American multinational corporation Gap Inc. It was founded in 1978 by Mel and Patricia Ziegler, who originally called the company "Banana Republic Travel & Safari Clothing Company." The original concept for the company was to sell items that complement a safari and travel lifestyle. In 1983, Gap purchased the company, changed the name to "Banana Republic," and rebranded the stores.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Retail Stores - Banana Republic, 1985-1987, 1985-1987

folder

Identifier: SC.FITA.3.20.7.1.118

Scope and Contents

Photocopied, pasted, and laminated articles concerning the retailer Banana Republic.

Dates: 1985-1987

Found in: Special Collections and FIT Archive / Academic Affairs records / Gladys Marcus Library records / Reference and Instructional Services / FIT Library Marketing Files, 1949-1995

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Subject: Clothing trade X