In 1889, Henry David Lee, established the H.D. Lee Mercantile company in Kansas and started a business in making and selling fine goods. Unhappy with the quality and inconsistent delivery of workwear from Eastern suppliers, Lee started with his venture to do better and became one of the most successful garment companies in the world. 1924 is the year of introduction of the first Lee cowboy pants - 101 jeans with U-shape saddle crotch and button fly. It was designed to cater to the specific needs of cowboys and rodeo riders. In the year 2014 Lee celebrates the 125th anniversary, they are still developing jeans for different needs. Still finding ways to make their products better and be more sophisticated for metropolitan life.