Perry Ellis International Signs New Licensing Agreement for Footwear for Original Penguin
May 29 2007 - 11:40AM
Business Wire
Perry Ellis International (NASDAQ:PERY), announced today it has
entered into a new licensing agreement for the U.S. with ACI
International Inc. to design, manufacture and distribute men�s,
women�s and children�s footwear for the Original Penguin� by
Munsingwear� brand. �We are thrilled to have found the right
partner for a key product category such as footwear for our
Original Penguin Brand. ACI International not only has the
experience but a keen understanding of the Original Penguin concept
and a strong commitment to the brand,� said Oscar Feldenkreis,
president and COO of Perry Ellis International. The Original
Penguin brand was re-launched in 2002, to cater to a new generation
of fashion conscious consumers seeking classic, vintage inspired
styles. This �suburban-chic� brand appeals to independent
free-spirited young professionals who value Original Penguin�s
unique detailing, classic fits and individual styling. Original
Penguin footwear will complement the apparel with modern vintage,
suburban-chic styles that complete each fashion look, from swim to
dress. Steve Jackson, chief executive officer of ACI International
Inc., added, �We are incredibly excited to be working on the
Original Penguin brand, and we look forward to bringing to retail
fun and unique styling consistent with the overall global
positioning of the Original Penguin.� ACI International announced
that Dave Frazier, former VP of Sales and Marketing for Lacoste
Footwear in the U.S. and ten year veteran at Ralph Lauren Footwear,
will be president of the Original Penguin footwear division. The
Original Penguin footwear line will launch at selected retailers in
the fall of 2007, followed by a broader launch in the spring of
2008. Original Penguin footwear distribution strategy includes
specialty footwear stores and department stores such as
Nordstrom�s, Barney�s and Urban Outfitters. About Perry Ellis
International Perry Ellis International, Inc. is a leading
designer, distributor and licensor of a broad line of high quality
men's and women's apparel, accessories, and fragrances. The
Company's collection of dress and casual shirts, golf sportswear,
sweaters, dress and casual pants and shorts, jeans wear, active
wear and men's and women's swimwear is available through all major
levels of retail distribution. The Company, through its wholly
owned subsidiaries, owns a portfolio of nationally and
internationally recognized brands including Perry Ellis�, Jantzen�,
Cubavera�, Savane�, Munsingwear�, Original Penguin� by
Munsingwear�, AXIST�, Grand Slam�, John Henry�, Natural Issue�,
Farah�, Pro Player�, Manhattan�, the Havanera Co.�, Axis�, Tricots
St. Raphael�, Mondo di Marco�, Redsand�, Gotcha�, Girl Star� and
MCD�. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing
trademarks from third parties including Dockers� for outerwear,
Nike� and JAG� for swimwear, and PING� and PGA TOUR� for golf
apparel. Additional information on the Company is available at
http://www.pery.com. About ACI International Inc. Headquartered in
Los Angeles, ACI International has been a leading manufacturer,
distributor and marketer of men�s, women�s and children�s footwear
brands for over thirty years. ACI International owns or licenses
the diverse licenses, a diversified portfolio of fashion brands
that touch every retail distribution. ACI International is the
owner or licensee of LA Gear, Ocean Pacific, Jimmy Buffet�s
Margaritaville, Shaquille O�Neal�s Shaq/Dunkman, C9 by Champion, as
well as the children�s footwear licensee for well known and
respected entertainment and toy companies such as Warner Bros.,
Nickelodeon, Dreamworks and Mattel. Additional information on the
company is available at http://www.aciint.com. About Original
Penguin by Munsingwear� The Original Penguin by Munsingwear� brand
is designed, distributed and licensed in a broad line of high
quality men's and women's apparel and accessories, including
women�s and men�s sportswear, dress shirts, tailored suitings,
denim, and swimwear to all major levels of retail distribution.
ORIGINAL PENGUIN� offers an accessory collection through licensee
partnerships with Seiko, BaumVision, Superba, and Concept One.
Additional information on the division is available at
http://www.originalpenguin.com For further information on Original
Penguin by Munsingwear(R): David Bedwell, VP of Branding and
Creative 323-842-3813 / David.Bedwell@pery.com Safe Harbor
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