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Centric Brands bolsters kids fashion segment with Vingino acquisition

Centric Brands LLC, a leading global lifestyle brand collective, has acquired the Vingino Group, an international children's fashion and lifestyle label known for its design-led approach and strong denim heritage. The acquisition is set to significantly strengthen Centric’s international Kids division by leveraging Vingino’s operational...

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Rob Smith to lead Centric Brands' kids division

Centric Brands, a lifestyle brands and a leader in kids’ apparel, has announced the appointment of Rob Smith as president of its Kids division. Effective immediately, Smith will be based in New York, reporting directly to CEO Jason Rabin, and will join the company’s executive leadership team. In his new capacity, Rob Smith will oversee the Kids...

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Juicy Couture to expand beauty offerings in the US and Canada

Fashion and lifestyle brand Juicy Couture, part of the Authentic Brands Group portfolio, is expanding its footprint in beauty with a new line of cruelty-free hair, bath, nail and cosmetic products through a licensing partnership with Centric Brands. The new partnership will see Centric’s beauty division design, manufacture and distribute the...

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Game 7 partners with Centric Brands to launch an apparel line

Multi-platform sports and entertainment brand Game 7 has launched its debut apparel collection in partnership with Centric Brands exclusive in Amazon Stores in the US. The line is described as a “style-driven sports team apparel collection” and aims to offer an elevated take on athleticwear, including exclusive National Basketball Association...

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LA Wildfires: How brands and designers are helping out

As wildfires continue to tear through the outskirts of Los Angeles, designers and fashion brands have announced plans and initiatives to support those heavily impacted by the blaze. From fundraisers to clothing drives, here are what some are doing to help… Collina Strada New York-based designer Collina Strada took to Instagram to share that LA...

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Centric Brands secures partnership with Preston Konrad’s brand

Centric Brands has established a new long-term strategic partnership with Preston Konrad, to build and develop on the lifestyle expert and entrepreneur’s brand, Preston Lane. The company, which was co-founded by Konrad alongside industry veteran Lisa Manice, has become known for its everyday essentials, from home décor to lifestyle accessories,...

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Ann Taylor and Loft return to Canada through Centric Brands partnership

KnitWell Group brands Ann Taylor and Loft have struck up a new agreement with Centric Brands that will see them make a return to Canada through exclusive retail partner, Hudson’s Bay. The womenswear labels exited the region in 2020 after their former parent company, Ascena, filed for bankruptcy in the US. Now under new ownership, Ann Taylor and...

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Centric Brands secures licensing deal for Messi brand

Amid an already football-packed summer, Centric Brands has announced the establishment of an exclusive global licensing agreement with footballer Lionel Messi’s own brand. Through the deal, Centric will take on the design, manufacturing and distribution of Messi branded lifestyle products, spanning men’s, women’s and kid’s categories. Among the...

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AllSaints expands licensed product ranges

British fashion retailer AllSaints is launching five new licensed product ranges in 2024, as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations. The licensed product launches include eyewear, kidswear, fragrances, men’s tailoring and underwear, and are being introduced to expand the reach of the AllSaints brands. Catherine Jobling, chief operating...

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Centric Brands and Authentic establish licensing deal for Vince accessories

Centric Brands has secured a licensing agreement for Vince accessories with the brand’s parent company Authentic Brands Group, which follows a third-party partnership model for its portfolio of brands. Through the deal, Centric Brands will oversee the design, manufacturing and distribution of Vince branded handbags, small leather goods and belts...

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Centric Brands announces joint venture with Jennifer Fisher

Lifestyle brand collective Centric Brands has announced a joint venture with New York-based jewellery designer and media personality Jennifer Fisher. The new venture will allow the Jennifer Fisher brand to develop its core jewellery business domestically and internationally, as well as expand into new lifestyle and accessories categories. The...

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Centric Brands to design kidswear for brands under Authentic portfolio

Centric Brands has entered into a licensing agreement with Authentic Brands Group to design, manufacture and distribute kids apparel for Quiksilver, Billabong and Roxy in the United States and Canada. The company said, by capturing the spirit of each brand and leveraging Centric’s unparalleled kids apparel expertise, the company will drive...