Galey & Lord

Galey & Lord is a leading manufacturer of cotton and cotton-blend fabrics for the apparel industry, headquartered in New York, New York. Founded in the late nineteenth century, the company built its reputation on producing high-quality woven and knitted fabrics for casual wear, workwear, and fashion apparel. Galey & Lord became particularly well-known for its chambrays, denims, corduroys, and cotton shirting fabrics, which were widely used by major apparel brands across the United States and internationally.

The company operates manufacturing plants in the Carolinas and other southeastern states, leveraging the region’s long textile heritage and skilled workforce. Galey & Lord supplies fabrics to some of the world’s most prominent apparel manufacturers and retail brands, including for casual pants, shirts, and workwear garments. Facing competitive pressures in the global textile market, Galey & Lord has focused on innovation in fabric technology, sustainability in cotton sourcing, and quality finishing processes to maintain its position as a preferred fabric supplier. The company remains committed to meeting the evolving demands of the apparel industry through product innovation and operational excellence.