Marika has signed a multi-year licensing agreement with Stone Mountain Accessories for women’s sportbags and handbags. The first collection to
be produced under the Marika label will ship to retailers for an August
debut date. The new licensee will enhance the brand’s expanding
portfolio of licensees and complement the existing Marika active
apparel.
John W. Spotts, EVP International Business Development and
Licensing for FAM Brands, the parent of Marika, said, "We are pleased
that the well-known and highly regarded Stone Mountain Accessories has
joined Marika’s emergent licensing portfolio. Both Marika and Stone
Mountain are experts in their product categories and have strong retail
relationships, top-notch design and sales teams, as well as exceptional
expertise in product development and sourcing. We are certain that they
will grow and enhance the Marika brand."
Adds Rob Stone, who
has worked with FAM for over a decade on a variety of strategic planning
and licensing projects, "Sportbags, handbags and the other accessories
we have recently signed are only the start of what we have forecasted
for Marika. Our strategy outlines dozens of other categories that relate
well to our coveted Marika name."
According to Stone Mountain
Accessories President/CEO, Kenneth Orr, “The Stone Mountain team is
excited to license the Marika activewear and yoga brand name for
sportbags and handbags and looks forward to our product debut and
long-lasting relationship. The category is growing and we have designs
in the works that will work well into the lives of today's multi-faceted
consumer.” Mr. Orr projects the collection to reach a sales volume of
$3 million for 2014.
Large totes, duffels, gym bags, yoga bags,
messengers, backpacks, cinch-sacks and cross-body bags are the major
direction in silhouettes. Nylon, rip stop nylon and canvas, many with
PVC trim, are the core materials for the stylish, contemporary and very
functional grouping. All bags will be hands-free, lightweight and very
durable. The intention of the Marika bag line is to reach active women
who want a functional and fun bag that fits today's lifestyle, traveling
from home to work and/or the gym. Retail price points are expected to
range $25 - $65.
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