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Wrangler unveils denim collection with Pit Viper

Denim and western apparel brand Wrangler have unveiled its first-ever collection of denim for xtreme sports in collaboration with outdoor and accessories brand Pit Viper. The Xtreme Blue Jeans (XBJs) have been designed specifically for adrenaline enthusiasts and combine Wrangler's durability and authentic cowboy attitude with Pit Viper's...

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After solid start to quarter, Kontoor Brands updates annual forecasts

The US apparel company Kontoor Brands Inc. kept its revenue largely stable in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. However, negative special effects weighed on profits. In addition to the current figures, the parent company of denim brands Wrangler and Lee also presented updated annual forecasts on Tuesday. These now also take into account the...

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Jamie Givens appointed EMEA MD to lead Wrangler and Lee’s regional growth

Lee and Wrangler owner Kontoor Brands has named Jamie Givens to the position of managing director, EMEA. He will report to Tom Waldron, chief operations officer, Kontoor Brands. “Jamie's extensive experience in cultivating global brands, coupled with his remarkable leadership track record, will be an invaluable asset to Kontoor’s global team,”...

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Kontoor Brands' Helly Hansen acquisition to boost EPS, long-term growth

Kontoor Brands, affirming its strong preliminary fourth-quarter results with 699 million dollars in revenue, a 4 percent increase, has presented an optimistic outlook for the year ahead, excluding the potential benefits of the Helly Hansen acquisition. Kontoor Brands acquired the outerwear brand for 900 million dollars from Canadian Tier...

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Kontoor Brands announces strong Q4 results and Helly Hansen acquisition

Kontoor Brands, parent company of the Wrangler and Lee brands, released preliminary fourth-quarter financial results, revealing a 4 percent year-over-year revenue increase to approximately 699 million dollars. The company also reported an adjusted gross margin of approximately 44.7 percent, a 160 basis point improvement, and an approximate 23...

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Kontoor Brands raises outlook after "better-than-expected" Q3

Kontoor Brands, with a portfolio led by Wrangler and Lee, reported third quarter revenue of 670 million dollars, an increase of 2 percent driven by growth in global direct-to-consumer and US wholesale, partially offset by a decline in international wholesale revenue. Earnings per share were 1.26 dollars on a reported basis. On an adjusted basis,...

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Wrangler unveils jeans washed in Coors beer

Denim brand Wrangler has partnered with American beer brand Coors Banquet to launch its first-ever beer-washed jeans. The limited-edition collection of Wrangler Cowboy cut jeans have been washed using repurposed brewing resources from Coors to deliver “a soft, comfortable feel and a timeless, vintage look”. John Meagher, vice president of global...

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Wrangler unveils collaboration with country star Lainey Wilson

Denim brand Wrangler has signed a multi-year partnership with country music star Lainey Wilson to offer consumers a “joyful patchwork of contemporary cowgirl style”. Wilson, who won ‘Best Country Album’ at the 2024 Grammy Awards, is launching her first-ever fashion collection with a range for autumn/winter 2024 that celebrates the country spirit...

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Wrangler launches women’s Bespoke line

Denim specialist Wrangler has unveiled a new collection of women’s jeans designed by an all-female design team and utilising new fit technology. Dubbed ‘Bespoke’, the line consists of three cuts – bootcut, skinny and flare – and puts to use information and preferences of women themselves, who Wrangler said they asked as part of research helping...

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Wrangler to launch kidswear with Brand Machine Group

Denim brand Wrangler has announced a partnership with licensing house Brand Machine Group (BMG) to launch an exclusive kidswear line from autumn/winter 2024. In a statement, Wrangler said it would leverage BMG's expertise in design and production to launch a refreshed childrenswear collection that blends its iconic Western style with...

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Kontoor Brands reports Q2 results, raises outlook

Kontoor Brands’ second quarter revenue was 607 million dollars, down 1 percent driven by retailer inventory management actions in the US, the anticipated decrease in revenue from seasonal products and lower international revenue. The company said that the result was partially offset by growth in direct-to-consumer, as well as an approximate...

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Kontoor Brands raises 2024 earnings outlook

For its first quarter Kontoor Brands revenue was 631 million dollars, a decrease of 5 percent or 6 percent in constant currency compared to the prior year. The company said in a release that revenue decline was primarily driven by retailer inventory management actions in the US, a decrease in revenue from seasonal products, and lower...