(PRESS RELEASE) PADUA – Safilo Group – one of the eyewear industry’s key players in the design, manufacturing and distribution of prescription frames, sunglasses, outdoor eyewear, goggles, and helmets – is announcing today the early renewal of their global licensing agreement with Tommy Hilfiger – which is owned by PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH] – for the design, manufacturing and distribution of TOMMY HILFIGER branded sunglasses and optical eyewear collections until 31st December 2030.
“We are very proud to renew our partnership with Tommy Hilfiger in advance of the natural expiry date of the agreement, confirming the fruitful collaboration that has united our Groups for thirteen years. With Tommy Hilfiger, we have forged a path of dynamic growth across the diverse markets where we are present, continuously reinterpreting the brand’s classic, American, cool heritage in a way that is relevant for today’s consumer.” – says Angelo Trocchia, CEO of Safilo Group – “The mutual trust, vision and commitment that we share are the foundation of this close and long-lasting collaboration and we are certain that this partnership will further bring to life the iconic American lifestyle that TOMMY HILFIGER stands for.”
“We are very pleased to continue our collaboration with Safilo” – says Martijn Hagman, CEO, Tommy Hilfiger Global and PVH Europe – “Since 2010, Safilo has demonstrated its ability to interpret the classic, American, cool essence of TOMMY HILFIGER through distinctive eyewear designs. These collections effortlessly capture the desire of consumers who want to distinguish themselves through the iconic frames, seamlessly blending red, white and blue classic and modern elements.”