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Anne Klein Announces Exclusive World-Wide License Agreement with the Altair Division of Marchon Eyewear

The Jones Group Inc. announced that it has entered into an exclusive, world-wide license agreement with Altair, a division of Marchon Eyewear, Inc., for the creation, production, marketing and global distribution of ophthalmic eyewear and sunglasses under the Anne Klein brand. Under the new agreement, the Anne Klein ophthalmic eyewear and sunglass collections will be marketed and sold globally in upscale optical chains and specialty retailers and by independent ECPs, beginning in Spring 2013.

Richard Dickson, The Jones Group president and chief executive officer of Branded Businesses, notes: “We are pleased to enter into this agreement with Altair, a best-in-class partner, for Anne Klein eyewear, as we continue to develop Anne Klein as a global fashion iconic brand. We believe this collaboration with Altair and Marchon will help Anne Klein further extend its powerful heritage and brand message in the global optical and accessories arena.”

Steve Wright, Altair president, says: “The Anne Klein eyewear license is an exciting and proud addition to the Altair portfolio. We recognize the Anne Klein brand’s rich heritage in providing women with evolving modern style and look forward to translating those high-quality, timeless designs into compelling eyewear perfectly suited for the Anne Klein woman.”

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