The legendary Russell Athletic, the powerful American brand of casual sportswear, with a global presence and history of more than a century, has opened its first store in Greece, specifically in downtown Thessaloniki, at the intersection of Tsimiski 103 and Byronos Streets. From the brilliant inauguration nobody was missing, and there were many famous guests of Thessaloniki from business, sports, journalism and the arts world, who rushed to the store to make their purchases from the three collections of Russell Athletic, the sport, the fashion Arch Logo & the Eangle R, inspired by the American college heritage.The night was boosted by Eirini Papadopoulou with an explosive live act rousing the people who had gathered outside his store, while Kostas Fragolias was the Dj of the event.
Russell Athletic began its history in Alabama, USA, in 1902, creating uniforms for a wide range of sports such as football, basketball, baseball, softball and volleyball. The company supplied uniforms and clothing for many professional sports teams in major leagues in the United States, as well as for high schools, colleges, and universities.
Building on its long history, based on its experience of over a century, Russell Athletic is considered one of the largest companies in the world of sports & fashion apparel.
To date Russell Athletic is in the top portfolio of Top Trends. The company represents in Greece and Cyprus brands in the athletic division (Skechers, Russell Athletic, Spalding, Stiga, Hi-Tec and Magnum etc.) and in the fashion division (Juicy Couture, Franklin Marshall & MCS).