Founded in 1976, Apparel Ventures, Inc. (AVI) is a premier manufacturer of women's swimwear. The company is based in los Angeles and designs, manufactures and markets swimwear collections in all women's fashion categories, including La Blanca, Playa by La Blanca (young contemporary), and Sessa (missy and plus sizes), as well as private label merchandise. In addition, AVI holds the license for Ocean Pacific (OP), as well as Anne Klein, Tommy Bahama, and Ralph Lauren swimwear.