Adidas was founded by Adolf Dassler in 1948. A major German sports apparel manufacturer is a part of the Adidas Group. Adidas golf is the second largest sportswear manufacturer in the world. Adidas perfumery and personal care products are manufactured by Coty, Inc.  In 1989 French industrialist, Bernard Tapie, bought the company. Adidas continue to produce sports wear, shoes, and fragrances.