For over 50 years, Mckenzie® has been dedicated to outfitting athletes and active individuals with quality sportswear and casual apparel. Our brand is defined by our commitment to innovation, comfort, and style.
Our History
Mckenzie® was founded in 1971 in Manchester, England by John McKenzie. As an avid football fan and player, John saw the need for affordable, high-performance activewear. He began designing and manufacturing tracksuits, coats, and other gear to meet the needs of athletes and sports fans.
The brand quickly gained popularity throughout the UK for its distinctive style and practical designs. By the 1980s, Mckenzie® had become one of the leading sportswear brands in the country. We expanded into new product categories like t-shirts, shoes, and accessories while sponsoring top athletes and sports teams.
In the 1990s, Mckenzie® went international. We brought our signature British style to audiences around the world. Our expansion into Europe, North America, and beyond introduced the brand to new customers seeking quality sports fashion.
Today, Mckenzie® is a global sportswear and casual wear brand stocked by major retailers worldwide. But we remain committed to our roots and origins in Manchester. British style and sporting heritage are at the core of our products.
Our Brand Ethos
At Mckenzie®, we believe that sportswear should do more than just perform technically. It should enable self-expression and capture the energy and passion of sport.
We design apparel and footwear for the athlete in all of us, no matter your level of performance. Our products seamlessly transition from the pitch or gym to the streets so you can take your active lifestyle anywhere.
Comfort is essential. We use innovative fabrics, materials and construction methods so you can move freely and focus on your goals, not your gear.
Style matters too. Bold colors, prints and details give our products personality and street cred. We draw inspiration from sports, music and culture to create looks that are always fresh and relevant.
Above all, Mckenzie® aims to inspire movement, achievement and confidence. We want you to feel your best when wearing our products, whether you’re competing for medals or just striving to improve. Our clothing and shoes become a part of your active lifestyle.
Our Design Heritage
Mckenzie® has pioneered some of the most iconic and influential looks in activewear. Our tracksuits, jackets, tees and shoes have become streetwear staples and cultural touchstones over the decades.
In the 1970s, we introduced the Mckenzie® Leisurewear Tracksuit to the world. This slim fit design with contrast side stripes and tipped cuffs embodied the brand’s bold streetwear aesthetic. It became wildly popular among football fans and soon expanded beyond the terrace stands.
The Mckenzie® Parka windbreaker also debuted during this era. Lightweight and packable, it was a trailblazing fusion of technical performance and irreverent style. Urban youth cultures like punks, casuals and hip hop heads adopted it as a street essential.
In the 1980s, Mckenzie® was at the forefront of fitness fashion. Our iconic Mckenzie® Bodysuit one-piece highlighted the growing aerobics craze. We also made waves with the Mckenzie® Woody Shoe, which took running shoe design in a bold new direction.
The 1990s brought fresh interpretations of our classics. Updates like the Mckenzie® Manchester Jacket and Mckenzie® Saturn Tracksuit modernized our legacy while retaining authenticity. This balance of heritage and innovation remains a cornerstone of our design philosophy today.
Our Product Range
Mckenzie® offers a wide selection of performance sportswear and casual clothing for men, women and kids. Some of our core product categories include:
- Tracksuits: From classic zip-up styles to modern joggers, our tracksuits are perfect for training, lounging and streetwear looks. Iconic designs like the Mckenzie® Milan and Mckenzie® Venus tracksuits are customer favorites.
- Jackets and Coats: Windbreakers, parkas, puffer jackets and more. We use technical fabrics like TPU and dri-fit to create outerwear that’s weatherproof and breathable. The Mckenzie® Shield and Mckenzie® Trek coats are designed for active lifestyles.
- T-Shirts and Vests: Crewnecks, v-necks, sleeveless cuts and graphic prints. Our tee collection covers all the bases from the gym to the streets. Fan favorites include the Mckenzie® Essential Tee and Mckenzie® Retro Tee.
- Shorts: Lightweight and breathable shorts for training, matches, and summer wear. We design everything from classic sweat shorts to modern cargo shorts. Go-to options like the Mckenzie® Ace Shorts deliver comfort and coverage.
- Shoes: Mckenzie® footwear includes trainers, slides, boots and other designs for athletic and casual wear. Iconic retro runners like the Mckenzie® Orita and modern styles like the Mckenzie® Stealth deliver bold looks and performance.
And much more! We’re constantly adding new products and categories while updating our classics to meet changing customer needs and tastes.
Our Commitment to Quality
All Mckenzie® products are thoughtfully designed and expertly constructed to deliver lasting quality and everyday wearability.
We carefully select soft, durable fabrics that provide comfort and performance without restricting movement. Premium details like bonded seams, reinforced stitching and two-way zippers enhance resilience.
State-of-the-art manufacturing techniques like seam sealing and water repellent coatings are used to engineer weatherproof and breathable activewear.
Our shoes feature anatomical sole units, heel stabilizers and other innovations to ensure superior fit and function.
Strict quality assurance procedures and testing protocols ensure our products meet exacting standards before leaving our facilities.
We stand behind the craftsmanship of our apparel and footwear to provide customers with maximum satisfaction.
Our Sustainability Efforts
As a brand born and bred in Manchester, protecting our planet is important to us. We strive to positively impact people and the environment through our operations and supply chain.
We’ve set ambitious sustainability goals for 2025 including:
- Using 100% recycled polyester in our apparel
- Eliminating single-use plastics from our facilities
- Reducing carbon emissions by 20%
We partner with Bluesign®, the Cotton Leads® program and other organizations to source sustainable materials. Our suppliers adhere to our strict ethical and environmental guidelines.
We also support initiatives that get kids active and empower youth. Our longstanding sponsorship of grassroots sports events and teams reflects our commitment to building an inclusive sporting community.
There’s still work to be done, but we believe step-by-step progress will drive real change. We’ll continue pushing ourselves to operate responsibly and enable more people to lead active, fulfilling lives.
The Future of Mckenzie®
As we embark on our next 50 years as a brand, the future looks bright for Mckenzie®.
We’ll continue fusing sports and streetwear into products our customers love to live in. Expect bold new interpretations of our classics along with innovative designs that capture the changing face of fitness and fashion.
Our commitment to quality, comfort and style will remain unchanged. We’ll keep investing in responsible materials and manufacturing to drive sustainability.
Most of all, we want to inspire a sense of belonging through our apparel and footwear. No matter who you are or what you’re passionate about, Mckenzie® aims to fuel your self-expression.
We can’t wait to see how our next generation of fans and athletes make the brand their own. Here’s to another 50 years of enabling commitment, creativity and community.
So get out there, get active and go all in. Let our gear motivate you to live boldly, move freely and progress forward. From the streets to the stadiums, we’ll be right there with you.
This is Mckenzie®
