More Jessica for Jones
New York–based Jones Group Inc. signed a new licensing deal to design, produce and distribute Jessica Simpson Sportswear under the Jessica Simpson Collection brand. Jones currently holds the Jessica Simpson Jeanswear license. The sportswear collection will bow for Fall 2011 and include jackets, woven and knit bottoms, tops, dresses, and skirts. Retail prices will range from $59 to $129. The Camuto Group, owner of the Vince Camuto and Arturo Chiang brands, is the master licensee for the Jessica Simpson Collection. The company also manages several brands for Dillard’s and holds the footwear license for BCBGeneration, BCBG Max Azria, Lucky Brand and kensiegirl. In addition, the Camuto Group designs and sources footwear for Tory Burch and has a partnership with Los Angeles–based Sanctuary.
