Buyers usually want more bang for their buck. But for two clothing companies specializing in bulletproof attire, offering clients less bang and more style is the key as they enter the South Florida market.
Industry pioneer Miguel Caballero opened his first U.S. location last month after 16 years making bulletproof clothing in Colombia. Miguel Caballero USA, based in Opa-locka, will handle all domestic sales.
Dueling for customers’ affections is ANXO, a body armor company based in Los Angeles. It will open an office in Coral Gables in September.
Both companies offer an array of designer leather jackets, polo shirts and formalwear. ANXO offers Italian tailoring, whereas Miguel Caballero is introducing a new line for women that features cashmere and suede.
And the object of their mutual desire? Wealthy Latin American business travelers. Both Caballero and ANXO president Eric Dominguez said Miami offers access to that key customer demographic.
