Safilo and Kate Spade New York Announce Early Renewal of Multi-Year Eyewear Licensing Agreement

Monday, June 5 2023 | 14 h 19 min | News

Safilo Group and Kate Spade New York announce the early renewal of their global eyewear licensing agreement for the exclusive design, manufacturing and distribution of Kate Spade New York branded optical frames, readers and sunglasses for women as well as optical frames for girls. Safilo Group has held the license since 2000.

“We are extremely pleased to announce the early renewal of the Kate Spade New York eyewear license which gives continuity to the longstanding and successful 23-year collaboration and partnership between Safilo and Kate Spade New York,” says Angelo Trocchia, CEO of Safilo Group. “Kate Spade New York is an industry-leading lifestyle brand with a successful eyewear story, which is today fully embedded in Safilo’s portfolio strategy. Together, we have achieved outstanding results built around shared business values and a fruitful collaboration.” added Trocchia.

“We are thrilled to continue our long-term partnership with Safilo for Kate Spade New York eyewear,” says Liz Fraser, CEO and Brand President of Kate Spade New York. “We look forward to continuing to provide our customers with exciting and innovative eyewear choices.”

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