The Designworks story
Established in 1993, Designworks manages the design and development, production and marketing of owned, licensed and private label product across numerous categories. We are one of Australia’s leading suppliers to major and independent retailers, with a growing online presence.
Introduction
Designworks has one the largest full-service apparel and footwear teams in Australia with over one hundred talented design, production, sales and marketing staff.
Designworks was acquired by the LK Group in December 2020, providing substantial investment for future planned growth in our licensed brands and private label portfolio, digital and expanded product categories.In July 2021, LK Group bought footwear and apparel retailer and wholesaler, Brand Collective.
In April 2022, both companies merged to form a larger Brand Collective, which is now the 3rd largest retail company in Australia, employing over 3,000 staff.
About Us
Designworks is committed to an ethical approach across our entire supply chain
With a robust onboarding and auditing process, Designworks operates a detailed Ethical Sourcing Program with a comprehensive Policy, Modern Slavery Statement, and Whistleblower Policy.
Designworks aims to achieve best-in-class sustainability, with a focus on transparency and staff engagement across Reduce, Reuse and Recycle programs, a Responsible Consumption agenda, and sustainable Materials and Design processes.
Designworks collaborates with key ethical partners and activates industry-wide initiatives such as Bangladesh Fire and Safety Accord, Oxfam, Baptist World Aid, and Ethical Brands Alliance.
The Brand Collective Group
Our focus is on tailoring solutions to meet retailers’ needs.
With emphasis on design, manufacturing and logistics, we have become a leader in Menswear, Ladieswear, Childrenswear, Activewear, footwear and sporting goods.
Designworks is one of Australia’s leading suppliers of innovative apparel, footwear, accesories and sporting equipment to major retailers.
With over one hundred talented design, production, marketing and management staff, the company has become an industry favourite among the largest department stores and independent fashion retailers. We pride ourselves on supplying quality, well priced fashion merchandise and building long term brands.