The decision to launch the collection through the existing Ungaro flagship store demonstrates Marchpole's commitment to keep the collections launch true to the label values and heritage. The design team will be working alongside the ateliers, illustrating the Parisian fashion house's support of the menswear collection and license.
Greg Tufnell, CEO of Marchpole, commented: 'We are delighted to be working so closely with the House of Ungaro, and their stores will provide a powerful platform for the brand as we expand the business to an International audience.'
For further information please contact:
Marchpole: 020 7908 7700
Greg Tufnell, Chief Executive
Justin Hampshire, Finance Director
Michael Morris, Executive Director
Yellowdoor: 020 7580 0707
Caireen Wackett caireenwackett@yellow-door.co.uk
Buchanan Communications: 020 7466 5000
Nicola Cronk
Marchpole hold the license to design and distribute Emanuel Ungaro and Ungaro menswear worldwide, with the exception of the US, until 2012. The brand management company, renowned for design, production and sales of high quality clothing and accessories, currently holds six world class brands in its portfolio including Yves Saint Laurent pour homme, Boateng and Jean Charles de Castelbajac,.
In May this year, Marchpole announced its preliminary results for the year ended 31 March 2005,
with turnover up 62% at £32.5 million and profit before tax up 79% at £4.7 million.
For further information, please go to www.marchpole.com
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