Salvatore Ferragamo S.p.A. and Inter Parfums, Inc. Sign Agreement for Fragrance Business and License
Inter Parfums announced a 10-year exclusive license agreement with Salvatore Ferragamo for the production and distribution of Ferragamo brand perfumes, starting from October 2021. An optional 5-year extension is available under certain conditions. The operations will be managed through a new wholly-owned Italian company in Florence, ensuring production in Italy. This partnership aims to enhance Ferragamo's fragrance business while showcasing Inter Parfums' expertise in the luxury sector.
- Exclusive 10-year license agreement with Salvatore Ferragamo for perfume production and distribution.
- Partnership enhances Inter Parfums' portfolio in the luxury segment.
- Production guaranteed in Italy, aligning with luxury brand standards.
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Inter Parfums, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: IPAR) today announced that Salvatore Ferragamo S.p.A. (MTA: SFER), the parent company of the Salvatore Ferragamo Group, one of the world's leading players in the luxury sector, and Inter Parfums, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of prestige perfumes, have signed a transaction agreement whereby an exclusive and worldwide license will be granted for the production and distribution of Ferragamo brand perfumes. The license will be effective from October 2021 and will last for 10 years with a 5-year optional term, subject to certain conditions.
With reference to the management and coordination of activities related to the license agreement, Inter Parfums, Inc. will operate through a wholly-owned Italian company, based in Florence, and will also guarantee the production in Italy.
“Inter Parfums’ great competence and recognized creativity make it the ideal partner to preserve the values and heritage of our brand with Made in Italy products. Its great commercial expertise will also ensure a new boost to the business of our fragrances, which will be distributed through a carefully selected sales network,” commented Leonardo Ferragamo, President of Salvatore Ferragamo S.p.A.
“We are very proud that Salvatore Ferragamo has chosen Inter Parfums for this new partnership. Salvatore Ferragamo is in fact one of the most iconic and well-known brands in the luxury segment to which we want to dedicate all our attention for the best future development. The entry of Ferragamo in our portfolio represents a great opportunity to further develop our business in the fashion and luxury segment,” commented Jean Madar, Chairman and CEO of Inter Parfums, Inc.
ABOUT INTER PARFUMS, INC.
Founded in 1982, Inter Parfums, Inc. develops, manufactures and distributes prestige perfumes and cosmetics as the exclusive worldwide licensee for Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, Boucheron, Coach, Dunhill, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, Jimmy Choo, Karl Lagerfeld, Kate Spade, MCM, Moncler, Montblanc, Oscar de la Renta, Paul Smith, Repetto, S.T. Dupont and Van Cleef & Arpels. Inter Parfums is also the owner of Lanvin fragrances and the Rochas brand. Through its global distribution network, the Company’s products are sold in over 120 countries.
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