American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. engages in retailing apparel, accessories, and personal care products. The company operates under the American Eagle Outfitters and aerie by American Eagle Outfitters brands. Brands AEO Brand: The American Eagle Outfitters brand targets 15 to 25-year old men and women. Denim is the cornerstone of the American Eagle Outfitters product assortment, which is complemented by other key categories including sweaters, fleece, outerwear, graphic t-shirts, footwear and accessories. aerie by American Eagle Outfitters: The aerie by American Eagle Outfitters (aerie) brand is a collection of intimates and personal care products for the AEO girl. The collection is available in 151 stand-alone aerie stores throughout the United States and Canada, online at aerie.com and at select American Eagle Outfitters stores. AEO Direct: The company sells merchandise via its e-commerce operations, ae.com and aerie.com. In addition to purchasing items online, customers can experience AEO Direct in-store through Store-to-Door. Store-to-Door enables store associates to sell any item available online to an in-store customer in a single transaction. International Operations As of February 2, 2013, the company had 49 franchised stores operated by its franchise partners in 13 countries. Stores As of February 2, 2013, the company operated 1,044 stores in the United States and Canada under the American Eagle Outfitters and aerie brands. Trademarks and Service Marks The company has registered AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, AE, AEO, YOUR LIFE, aerie and the Flying Eagle Design with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. In addition, the company is exclusively licensed in Canada to use AE and AEO in connection with the sale of a range of clothing products. Seasonality The company’s operations have been seasonal, with a large portion of total net revenue and operating income occurring in the third and fourth quarters, reflecting increased demand during the back-to-school and year-end holiday selling seasons, respectively. The company’s quarterly results of operations also fluctuate based upon such factors as the timing of certain holiday seasons, the number and timing of new store openings, the acceptability of seasonal merchandise offerings, the timing and level of markdowns, store closings and remodels, competitive factors, weather and general economic conditions. History American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. was founded in 1972.