BELLA+CANVAS Announces New Ownership, Continues as Independent Company Under Megan Spire
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 18, 2026
Brand and leadership remain unchanged as BELLA+CANVAS moves forward with focused ownership and renewed capacity for growth and innovation in the printwear and decorated apparel industry.
LOS ANGELES, CA — BELLA+CANVAS announced that the company has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by SanMar Corporation, one of the most established and widely respected companies in the decorated apparel and promotional products industry.
BELLA+CANVAS will continue to operate as an independent brand. Megan Spire, a long-tenured BELLA+CANVAS executive, remains Executive Vice President and will lead the brand into its next chapter.
Under SanMar's ownership, BELLA+CANVAS will continue to operate independently, with the benefit of long-term investment, industry expertise, and operational infrastructure while maintaining the creative autonomy and clear point of view that have always defined the brand.
BELLA+CANVAS products will continue to be sold through authorized wholesale distributors nationwide. The brand's full product assortment, anchored by signature fabrics, fashion-forward fits, and rigorous quality standards, continues without interruption.
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About BELLA+CANVAS
BELLA+CANVAS is a leading manufacturer of premium blank apparel in the United States. Founded in Los Angeles, the company is recognized across the decorated apparel and promotional products industry for its signature fabrics, fashion-forward fits, and commitment to quality and responsible manufacturing. BELLA+CANVAS products are distributed through authorized wholesale partners nationwide and trusted by decorators, printers, and promotional professionals worldwide.
About SanMar Corporation
SanMar Corporation is one of the nation's premier wholesale suppliers of imprintable apparel, headwear, and accessories. Headquartered in Issaquah, Washington, SanMar has been a foundational partner to the decorated apparel and promotional products industry for decades, serving distributors and decorators through a national network of distribution centers.