Steven Madden ties up with Daniel Friedman for accessories
26 Jul '05
3 min read
The new Steve Madden handbag and accessory collection will be strategically placed in the market and distributed through high-end department stores, specialty stores, and boutiques, as well as Steve Madden company stores throughout the United States.
Daniel M. Friedman, President of Daniel M. Friedman & Associates, stated, "They are excited about the launch of the new handbag line and are confident that it will be well received in department and specialty stores. Company look forward to working closely with Steven Madden Ltd's great design team and believe that by working together they will able to create one of the strongest contemporary accessory brands in the marketplace."
Jamieson Karson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer concluded, "This new license agreement underscores longstanding commitment to grow and diversify respected business and brand in a variety of ways. Company is extremely optimistic about the prospect of building Steven Madden Ltd through brand extensions and license arrangements and are confident that this and future partnerships will have a positive impact on the performance of the Company over the long-term."
US based leading women, men and children fashion footwear designer, wholesaler and marketer Steven Madden Ltd designs and markets fashion-forward footwear for women, men and children. The shoes are sold through Steve Madden retail stores, department stores, apparel and footwear specialty stores.
The Company has several licenses for the Steve Madden brand, including eyewear, hosiery, and belts, owns and operates two retail stores under its Steven brand, and is the licensee for i.e. Footwear, Candie's Footwear and UNIONBAY Men's Footwear.