ABG teams with Glance Eyewear for Jones New York

By

Dani Greene

Published
May 4, 2016

Authentic Brands Group (ABG), which owns Jones New York, has teamed with Glance Eyewear on a Jones New York women’s eyewear collection. The collection, slated to launch in spring 2017, includes sunglasses, reading glasses and eyewear accessories.

 
ABG President and chief marketing officer Nick Woodhouse said, “With more than 40 years of experience in design, production and retail distribution, Glance is a leader in the eyewear space. We are thrilled to partner with them on the expansion of Jones New York and reinforce its position as a leading women’s fashion and lifestyle brand.”
 
Glance Eyewear executive VP of sales Joseph Mass echoed Woodhouse, saying, “We are excited to come on board as Jones New York’s new eyewear partner. Jones New York is an iconic lifestyle brand with remarkable consumer appeal and potential for growth in the eyewear category.”

Established in 2010, ABG owns, manages, and grows the long-term value of a portfolio of global brands spanning the fashion, sports, and entertainment sectors. Its portfolio includes Juicy Couture, Judith Leiber Couture, Adrienne Vittadini and Taryn Rose, among other fashion brands.

Founded in 1976, Glance Eyewear manufactures high quality imported sunglasses Glance Eyewear is a multi-channel, multi-brand designer, manufacturer, and distributor of sunglasses, reading glasses, and eyewear accessories in both private label and licensed programs.