Belstaff is a British luxury fashion brand founded in 1924. The brand was originally known for its motorcycle clothing and accessories, but has since expanded into other areas such as ready-to-wear, outerwear, and footwear. Belstaff is now a subsidiary of the Labelux Group.
The Belstaff brand was founded by Eli Belovitch and his son-in-law Harry Grosberg in 1924. The duo started the company in Stoke-on-Trent, England, and initially sold motorcycle clothing and accessories. The company's first product was a waterproof cotton jacket which was designed to protect motorcyclists from the elements.
In 1934, Belstaff introduced the Trialmaster, a waxed-cotton jacket that became the brand's signature product. The Trialmaster was designed to protect riders from the elements and was used by British military personnel during World War II.
In the 1950s, Belstaff expanded its product range to include clothing for other outdoor