MELVILLE, N.Y. and NEW YORK—Marchon Eyewear, Inc. and Calvin Klein, Inc. have announced the long-term, multi-year renewal of their global eyewear licensing agreement for the exclusive design, development, production and distribution of Calvin Klein, Inc.’s ophthalmic and sunglass collections, under the CALVIN KLEIN 205W39NYC, CALVIN KLEIN, and Calvin Klein Jeans brands.

The licensing renewal marks the 25 year milestone since Marchon and Calvin Klein, Inc. first became licensing partners in 1992.

“We are incredibly proud to continue our longstanding and successful partnership with Calvin Klein and be a part of the exciting and reinvigorated brand under Raf Simons’ creative vision,” said Nicola Zotta, president and CEO of Marchon Eyewear, Inc. “Our collaborative teams share the same drive for excellence and we are confident that we will continue to create innovative designs and products that drive the Calvin Klein eyewear business forward.”

“We are pleased to extend our partnership with Marchon Eyewear and believe in the strength of our longstanding collaboration and the quality of the product we are creating together,” said Steve Shiffman¸ CEO of Calvin Klein, Inc. “We look forward to continuing the exciting growth of the global CALVIN KLEIN brand in the eyewear category with our valued business partner.”

Calvin Klein, a progressive, bold global lifestyle brand was founded in 1968 by Calvin Klein and his business partner, Barry Schwartz. In 2016, global retail sales of Calvin Klein brand products were approximately $8.5 billion and were distributed in over 110 countries. The company employs over 10,000 associates globally and were acquired by PVH Corp. in 2003.

With a history of over 135 years, PVH has excelled at growing brands and businesses with rich American heritage. The company has over 35,000 associates operating in over 40 countries and over $8 billion in annual revenues.

Marchon is a VSP Global company.