LICENSING
Karen Kane to License Product Lines With IMG
Vernon, Calif.–based Karen Kane Inc. struck a multiyear licensing-representation deal with New York–based IMG Licensing to develop licensed product lines—including handbags, eyewear, jewelry, headwear, footwear and other accessories—in the United States and Canada.
“We're extremely excited about our new partnership with IMG,” said Michael Kane, director of marketing. “I have no doubt that they will help us continue to develop the 'Karen Kane lifestyle' and find success with plenty of new brand classifications.”
Founded in 1979 by Karen and Lonnie Kane, the company sells its collections in major department stores—including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Belk and Dillard’s—as well as specialty stores nationwide.
IMG Licensing is a division of IMG Worldwide, the global sports, fashion and media company that organizes runway events around the world, including Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim in Miami.
“IMG Licensing is thrilled to work with Karen Kane, one of the most well-respected names and brands in the fashion industry,” said Daniel Siegel, vice president of IMG. “Karen Kane’s philosophy of designing for ease, luxury and longevity will translate perfectly outside her apparel line and into non-apparel items.”
