COS
COS is a global fashion brand focused on minimalist designs and functional wardrobe staples. It operates as a subsidiary of the H&M Group, which is headquartered in Sweden.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Portugal
HQ City
London
Founded
2007
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Nasdaq Stockholm
Tax Domicile
SE
Ultimate Parent
H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB
Data Hosting
SE
GDPR Status
Fined €35M
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
high
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
Better Cotton Initiative, Global Organic Textile Standard, Responsible Wool Standard
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
2007
Brand launch
COS was launched by H&M Group in London.
2020
GDPR fine
H&M Group was fined by the Hamburg Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information regarding employee monitoring.