25 years in the making: Our Story

We have been a leader in accessory design, development, merchandising, marketing, production, and logistics for over 25 years. Since its inception, Putnam Accessory Group has consistently sought to create innovative solutions that make private label products more accessible and easier to manufacture. With our comprehensive and creative approach to accessories, we’ve remained a leader in the field, transforming the way brands build their business and deliver customers their favorite products.

About Us

Established in 1997 by John Putnam, Putnam Accessory Group is the leading accessory design, product development, production and logistics company for private label headwear and accessories. We specialize in men’s and women’s headwear, knits, socks, both fashion and technical bags, and small leather accessories. Putnam Accessory Group is a global organization with Worldwide headquarters in Los Angeles, showroom and sales office in Boulder, Colorado, and our full-service team in Asia.

Screenshot 2023-03-29 at 4.16.46 PM

The guy behind all the hats

Putnam Accessory Group’s founder, John Putnam, had an early interest in fashion and branding. He spent his summers in high school as a stock-boy in a local clothing store on the central coast of California. From stock-boy to salesmen, John found a passion in the fashion industry that he has carried through in all of his successful entrepreneurial ventures.

John’s creative vision and strong knowledge of the marketplace has allowed him to steer the direction of the headwear industry; while being credited with single-handedly beginning the massive bucket hat trend in the late 90’s — after partnering with Disney to manufacture and retail the hats in all of its parks.

John also created and patented the headwear technology Tek Flex, which he eventually sold to New Era, the world’s largest headwear company.

Philosophy

“When somebody feels good about what they’re wearing, and feels that it captures their uniqueness – it’s a catalyst for people to find their own important voice.”

– John Putnam

Our philosophy is simple yet powerful: fashion should be used as a tool to help individuals express their own style and identity. John believes that by wearing clothing that makes them feel good about themselves, people can gain the confidence they need to express themselves and have their own important voice in the world.

Putnam Accessory Group is committed to creating stylish, high quality fashion accessories that help people do just that. Through these accessories, the company hopes to empower individuals to express their personalities while also looking their best.

Global Reach

Putnam Accessory Group is a global organization with Worldwide headquarters in Los Angeles, a showroom and sales office in Boulder, Colorado, and our full-service team in Asia.

Our team is spread across cities filled with the latest fashion trends and talented people. We’ve forged strong partnerships with our international factories, implementing rigorous selection standards to guarantee our customers receive top-quality products, punctual deliveries, and cost-effective prices.