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Retail Apparel and FashionIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
American Needle designs and manufactures hats and related headwear, tracing its roots to Chicago's early hatmaking crafts and evolving into a world leader in the field. The company maintains licenses with major sports leagues and entertainment properties and holds more than 30 patents for design and manufacturing innovations, underscoring its emphasis on innovation alongside craft. The business serves teams, leagues, and fans through licensed headwear and related apparel across the retail fashion landscape. Based in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, it was founded in 1918 and remains a fourth-generation, family-owned operation grounded in craftsmanship and heritage. In April 2026, American Needle launched the Garage Beer Apparel collection, expanding its licensed lifestyle offerings with vintage-inspired hats, graphic tees, and premium accessories.