Zara is one of the largest international fashion companies. The first Zara shop opened in 1975 in Spain. Today, it operates stores in more than 400 cities throughout Europe, Asia, Africa and the United States. With various locations in New York City, Zara is a part of Inditex, which is one of the largest fashion distributors worldwide. The parent operates additional brands, including Pull and Bear, Massimo Dutti, Bershka, Stradivarius, Oysho, Zara Home, Uterque and Kiddy s Class. Inditex is comprised of over 100 companies that are associated with textile design, manufacturing and distribution. Its Zara Home brand sells products, such as blankets, cushions, quilts, pillows, duvets, mattress protectors and bed linens, as well as a variety of bathroom and living room goods and accessories.