French sportswear Co LACOSTE to outfit Family Circle Cup participants
24 Oct '05
3 min read
Today, as one of the most well known brands in the world, there are over 800 LACOSTE boutiques and 2000 stores displaying clothing and other LACOSTE products throughout the world in more than 110 countries. At present LACOSTE's has a strong presence in professional tennis through the French Tennis Federation and the French Open. The company is also a key sponsor for the ATP Tour Tennis Masters Cup in Shanghai, China.
The Family Circle Cup is a tournament that believes in showcasing talent not just on the court, but off as well. The third annual Family Circle Cup T-shirt Design Contest kicked off in September and will once again be open to artists and would-be artists of all ages.
Lacoste, the French clothing and sportswear company, for over seventy years, LACOSTE has played an instrumental role in the evolution of tennis. Founded by French tennis star Rene Lacoste, LACOSTE revolutionized the world of tennis in 1933 by creating a short-sleeved tennis shirt. LACOSTE has grown into a multi-faceted company that features sportswear, footwear, perfume, leather goods, eyewear and watches.