H&M is a Swedish company that sells fashionable clothing and accessories for men, women and children. H&M stands for Hennes & Mauritz, which are the names of the original stores that merged in 1968. H&M is one of the largest clothing retailers in the world, with more than 4,800 stores in 75 countries. H&M offers a variety of styles, from casual to formal, at affordable prices. H&M also strives to be more sustainable by using recycled materials, reducing waste and supporting social causes. H&M is not associated with other clothing brands, such as Zara, Gap or Uniqlo.