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LF USA announces licensing agreement with Geoffrey Beene for men’s pants

New York, NY (December 8, 2011) – LF USA, a subsidiary of Hong Kong- headquartered Li & Fung Limited, the multinational consumer goods export and logistics group, today announced that it has entered into a multi-year licensing agreement Geoffrey Beene, LLC for men’s pants including casual, dress and shorts, under the Geoffrey Beene label for the USA and Canada. The new licenses will add to the brand’s ever expanding portfolio of licensees and complement the existing Geoffrey Beene men’s product categories. Initial deliveries are slated for Fall 2012.

“LF USA, part of the world’s leader in consumer goods design and development, is an important addition to the Geoffrey Beene portfolio of licenses,” said Tom Hutton, President and CEO of Geoffrey Beene, LLC.

LF USA’s Mens Division will design, produce and market the Geoffrey Beene pant business. Merle Sloss, Executive Vice President and President of Licensing for Geoffrey Beene, noted that “LF USA’s product and sourcing expertise, makes them an excellent partner for Geoffrey Beene’s continued growth in its home market.”

“A proven brand with strong consumer appeal, Geoffrey Beene strengthens our licensed portfolio and furthers our strategy in the men’s business,” said Rick Darling, President of LF USA. “We are excited to be partnering with Tom, Merle and their team to continue the brand’s legacy of providing quality, tailored apparel to our retail partners.”

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