Kenneth Cole Announces Flagship Store in the Heart of Downtown Toronto
TORONTO, July 23, 2018 /CNW/ - Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc. announces the opening of their flagship store in Toronto. On Monday, July 23 Kenneth Cole opens the brand's first Canadian free-standing store on Queen Street West. The 1,800 square foot store will sell men's and women's footwear, clothing and accessories under the Kenneth Cole New York label.
In October 2016, Kenneth Cole signed an expanded agreement with Haggar Canada Co. to manufacture, market and distribute men's and women's apparel and distribute men's and women's footwear. Over the last year and a half, the Kenneth Cole lifestyle brand has already began distribution in Hudson's Bay stores across Canada and in notable independent boutiques.
"For 35 years, Kenneth Cole has defined the standard for New York style and social consciousness," stated Marc Schneider, Kenneth Cole Productions Inc.'s Chief Executive Officer. "As we continue to focus strategically on our retail business, we are excited to bring this modern lifestyle brand to the Canadian consumer through our own flagship location in the heart of Toronto."
Kenneth Cole began selling women's shoes in the back of a production trailer in December 1982. This "trailer story," which speaks to the heritage of the brand, is incorporated into all elements of the in-store experience. The use of clean lines, strong artistic works and purposeful messaging makes up the interior of the store. These elements reinforce the vision of modern classics in an urban environment.
Customers will be greeted with a lifestyle assortment that makes up the Urban Uniform – versatile and effortless pieces that make daily dressing intuitive. Fashion meets function in all classifications and categories. Kenneth Cole's collections for men and women are modern classic designs with a distinctive New York feel. The apparel, shoes, and accessories work well with the boldness, energy, and diversity of Toronto.
For 35 years, Kenneth Cole has leveraged his passion and unique brand platform seeking to make a meaningful impact on people's wardrobes, as well as communities in need.
The Kenneth Cole Foundation remains committed to helping anyone, anywhere, and will continue to ensure the people of Toronto LOOK GOOD, FOR GOOD.
About Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc.
Kenneth Cole is an American designer, social activist, and visionary who believes business and philanthropy are interdependent. His global company, Kenneth Cole Productions, creates modern, functional, clothing, shoes, and accessories for inspirational urban lifestyles under the brand names Kenneth Cole New York, Kenneth Cole Reaction, and Unlisted, as well as footwear under the name Gentle Souls. The company has also granted a wide variety of third party licenses for the production of men's and women's apparel, fragrances, watches, jewelry, eyewear, and several other accessory categories, including children's footwear. The company's products are distributed through department stores, better specialty stores, company-owned retail stores and its e-commerce website.
About Haggar Canada Co.
Haggar Canada opened in 1999, providing quality clothing for men and women that is fashionable and styled with built-in comfort features. Ranked in the top three market positions in many categories (men's dress pants, men's casual pants, suit separates), Haggar apparel can be found in department stores and free standing Haggar stores across Canada.
Haggar Canada Co. maintains the Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc. license in Canada, manufacturing and distributing under the brand names Kenneth Cole New York, Kenneth Cole Reaction, and Unlisted, a Kenneth Cole Production.
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