The Buckle, Inc. operates as a retailer of casual apparel, footwear, and accessories for young men and women in the continental United States. The company markets a selection of brand name casual apparel, including denims, other casual bottoms, tops, sportswear, outerwear, accessories, and footwear. It operates stores under the Buckle and The Buckle names primarily in regional shopping malls and lifestyle centers. The company also sells its products through its Website, buckle.com. . As of May 4, 2013, it operated 443 stores in 43 states. The company was formerly known as Mills Clothing, Inc. and changed its name to The Buckle, Inc. in April 1991. The Buckle, Inc. was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska.