Dale of Norway is a vertically integrated apparel company known for its beautiful Norwegian designs and technical outerwear. The company was established in 1879; its designs has represented Norwegian mountain living for over a century. It is the favored sweater or jacket for hiking, skiing and apres ski activities. Dale of Norway has been part of the winter Olympics since 1956. It has been the official supplier of sweaters and uniforms for Norwegian teams for more than 50 years -- and it was the official sweater for the U.S. Olympic team at the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Olympics. Dale of Norway's designs are considered lifestyle fashion for an urban and active lifestyle; the collections are distributed through premium winter resort shops and urban-based specialty retailers worldwide. The company maintains offices in Norway and North America with a global network of sales representatives.