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Rag & Bone to expand into watches under new Sequel licensing deal

Rag & Bone is set to explore a new division. As part of a new five-year licensing deal with Sequel, the New York brand will be developing a line of premium watches under the watchful eye of its parent companies, Guess and WHP Global. Sequel, a subsidiary of Timex Group, has already been a long-term licensee partner to Guess, working with the...

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Guess Q4 revenues grow despite challenges, names new CFO

Guess financial results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025, reveal “a mix of growth and challenges”, alongside the strategic appointment of Alberto Toni as its new chief financial officer. Apparel retailer's net revenue for the quarter reached 932.25 million dollars, representing 5 percent, while in constant currency, net revenue...

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Guess and WHP strike licensing deal for Rag & Bone accessories

Guess and WHP Global, the joint owners of Rag & Bone, have partnered with Signal Brands on a five-year licensing deal for the New York label’s accessory line. The agreement intends to develop and further expand Rag & Bone’s handbags and small leather goods category. It further underlines the brand’s commitment to global expansion, a press...

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Guess reports Q3 loss, forecasts earnings below analysts' estimate

For the third quarter, Guess recorded a GAAP net loss of 23.4 million dollars and GAAP diluted net loss per share of 47 cents. Adjusted net earnings were 17.7 million dollars, down 35 percent, while adjusted diluted EPS decreased 31 percent to 34 cents. Net revenue for the quarter increased 13 percent to 738.5 million dollars. In constant...

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Guess earnings decline, adjusts outlook to reflect 'softer consumer environment'

For the second quarter, Guess recorded a GAAP net loss of 10.6 million dollars and GAAP diluted net loss per share of 28 cents, while adjusted net earnings were 23 million dollars, a 42 percent decrease from 39.7 million dollars and adjusted diluted EPS decreased 42 percent to 42 cents. Total net revenue for the quarter increased 10 percent or...

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Rag & Bone plans stores in Germany

US brand Rag & Bone wants to continue to grow in Europe and is now also planning its own stores in Germany. The brand, which exhibited for the first time at the Pitti Uomo menswear trade fair this week, told FashionUnited that one more shop is set to open this year. This will then be followed by three more German locations next year. Exact...

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Guess appoints Andrew Rosen as executive chair of Rag & Bone

Guess has announced the appointment of Andrew Rosen as executive chair of the Rag & Bone brand. Guess and global brand management firm WHP Global recently completed the acquisition of New York-based Rag & Bone, which operates as an independent brand within the Guess portfolio. While Guess owns the brand's operating assets, it jointly owns the...

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Guess? and WHP Global closes acqcuisition of Rag & Bone

Guess?, Inc. (GES) and global brand management firm WHP Global announced Wednesday that they have completed the previously announced acquisition of New York based fashion brand rag & bone. Under the terms of the transaction, Guess? has contributed 57.1 million dollars towards the purchase of rag & bone, in addition to contributions from WHP...

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Guess and WHP team up to acquire Rag & Bone

American label Guess and brand management firm WHP Global have come together on a definitive agreement to acquire New York fashion brand Rag & Bone. As part of the agreement, Guess, which will contribute 56.5 million dollars, will acquire the Rag & Bone operating assets, while both Guess and WHP will jointly and equally own the brand’s...

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Rag & Bone appoints new head of menswear

New York-based Rag & Bone has appointed German-born Robert Geller as its new head of menswear design. Geller, who has worked at brands including Marc Jacobs and Cloak, has been with Rag & Bone since September 2023. He will present his debut collection for the brand for autumn/winter 2024 by appointment during men’s market in New York and Paris....

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Laura Ashley launches menswear collaboration with Rag & Bone

British brand Laura Ashley, known for its romantic florals, has unveiled an exclusive capsule menswear collection with American fashion label Rag & Bone for autumn/winter 2023 to engage new audiences. The 10-piece menswear capsule combines the classic British tailoring and American workwear aesthetic of Rag & Bone with the nostalgic opulence of...

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Marcus Wainwright, Rag & Bone co-founder, steps down from CBO role

Rag & Bone co-founder Marcus Wainwright announced his departure from the chief brand officer role in an Instagram statement yesterday. Founded in 2003, the New York City-based denim brand gained widespread notoriety for its stripped-down approach to mens’ and womenswear. This shift in position marks the first time the brand will be operating...