Ares Holdings, a South African company, connects global brands with Southern African consumers through a multi-channel network encompassing 2500+ wholesale doors, 50+ retail stores, and e-commerce platforms. Our business model promotes long-term and sustainable brand growth within the footwear, apparel, and accessories sector. Drawing on industry expertise, we offer comprehensive solutions, a robust distribution network, advanced technology, and a deep understanding of brands, making us the preferred partner for brands entering or expanding in the region.

Our mission is to be the premium distribution company in Southern Africa, delivering leading global footwear, apparel, and accessories brands to our consumers effortlessly and with excellence, through an inspiring and seamless brand experience

Our Brands:
Under Armour: A leading sportswear brand offering innovative performance apparel and athletic gear for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
Birkenstock: A well-known and trusted footwear brand famous for its ergonomically comfortable footwear and sustainable style. 
Crocs: A globally recognised footwear brand known for its comfortable, colourful, and versatile clogs and sandals loved by people of all ages.
2XU: Our own operated e-com platform which provides specialised training gear for the ultra-athlete that keeps them cooler so they can train longer and stronger.

We offer end-to-end solutions for our global partners leveraging our extensive industry and market knowledge. Our business model provides for sustainable, long-term brand penetration and market share growth across footwear, apparel and accessories. 

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We offer end-to-end solutions for our global partners leveraging our extensive industry and market knowledge. Our business model provides for sustainable, long-term brand penetration and market share growth across footwear, apparel and accessories.

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