David D. Doniger & Company
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Sports apparel |
| Founded | 1921 |
| Founder | David D. Doniger |
| Headquarters | New York City , United States |
Area served | United States, international (via licensing) |
| Products | Branded sports apparel (including McGregor sportswear) |
| Parent | Rapid-American (from 1977) |
David D. Doniger & Company was an American producer of branded sports apparel, established in 1921. By the middle of the 20th century, it had grown to become the largest sportswear manufacturer in the United States, achieving $50 million in revenue through a network of 7,000 retail locations by 1956. The company's main office was situated at 666 Fifth Avenue (Manhattan).
Although once a prominent exporter, the business encountered difficulties due to tariff restrictions and shortages of dollars, which constrained its global market reach.
McGregor sportswear
Initially, David D. Doniger imported garments from Scotland under the McGregor brand. By 1956, the company had extended McGregor sportswear production through licensing agreements in eight different countries abroad. Eventually, the company adopted the name McGregor-Doniger.
Control of the company was transferred to David’s sons, William and Harry E. Doniger (1904–1961). Harry is recognized for advancing vibrant men's sportswear styles and was honored as the 1955 Man of the Year in the Men's Wear sector.
In 1977, Rapid-American purchased McGregor-Doniger.