Jimmy Choo steps into fragrance venture with Inter Parfums
07 Oct '09
2 min read
Inter Parfums, Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Inter Parfums SA, and Jimmy Choo have signed a 12-year worldwide license agreement commencing on January 1, 2010 for the creation, development and distribution of fragrances under the Jimmy Choo brand.
Since 1996, Tamara Mellon, Founder and President of the iconic British luxury lifestyle brand, has developed a sophisticated and exclusive universe of luxury shoes, handbags and accessories. By combining glamour and seduction, Jimmy Choo has built a unique and rich identity.
Its signature brand is supported by a highly selective distribution network including over 100 boutiques in more than 30 countries throughout the world, as well as a presence in the most prestigious department and specialty stores.
For Joshua Schulman, Chief Executive Officer of Jimmy Choo, “Today's announcement is an important milestone for Jimmy Choo. Inter Parfums has a stellar track record in luxury fragrances and we are honored to be among their impressive roster of brands.”
Ms. Mellon stated, “It has always been my vision to fully accessorize the woman, and fragrance is an integral part of the modern wardrobe. Through our association with Inter Parfums, I look forward to bringing this important aspect of my vision to life.” Jean Madar, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Inter Parfums, Inc. “This relationship with Jimmy Choo offers a perfect fit with our strategy of expanding our brand portfolio to include new universes and represents an important milestone in the company's development.
This brand possesses the quintessential qualities to ensure the ambitious development of fragrance lines that will be supported by significant advertising commitments over the coming years.”
Founded by Tamara Mellon in 1996, the luxury goods company Jimmy Choo was acquired by TowerBrook Capital Partners, the international private equity firm, in February 2007.
Inter Parfums, Inc. develops, manufactures and distributes prestige perfumes and cosmetics as the exclusive worldwide licensee for Burberry, Van Cleef & Arpels, Paul Smith, and S.T. Dupont. The Company also owns Lanvin Perfumes and Nickel, a men's skin care company.