Liz Claiborne to license DKNY menswear line

NEW YORK Liz Claiborne has signed a deal with Donna Karan International to create a new collection of men's sportswear for the "better" market in the United States and Canada. Liz Claiborne currently holds the license to produce, distribute and market DKNY Jeans and Active apparel for men, women, and juniors in the Western Hemisphere.

The DKNY men's collection wiil include wovens, knits, trousers, blazers and outerwear and will range in price from $59.50 to $595. DKNY men's will debut in department stores for fall 08.

William McComb, ceo of Liz Claiborne, commented, "We are excited to expand our successful partnership with Donna Karan International. The launch of DKNY in the men's better market is a major opportunity to build upon our successes with the men's DKNY Jean's business and continue to establish DKNY as a leading men's lifestyle brand. It shows our commitment to the DKNY brand, as well as our growing appetite for the men's segment in partnered brands."