Guess ? , Inc. designs , markets , distributes and licenses a lifestyle collection of contemporary apparel , denim , handbags , watches , footwear and other related consumer products . As of January 31 , 2009 , the Company operated 425 retail stores in the United States and Canada and 690 retail stores outside of North America , of which 96 were directly owned . The Company also distributes its products through better department and specialty stores around the world . For more information about the Company , please visit www.guessinc.com.