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Randa Accessories Integrates
Luggage Division
NEW YORK, NY, (December 14, 2007) In January 2007, Randa Accessories acquired Badanco Luggage, one of America’s largest luggage and travel accessories companies, with prestigious brands including Nautica, Tommy Bahama, Diane von Furstenberg, Liz Claiborne, Donald J. Trump and CHAPS. Badanco Luggage has been re-branded “Randa Luggage” leveraging the competencies and relationships of other Randa divisions, and advancing the position of Randa as the leader in lifestyle accessories. Randa Luggage has created a sourcing and compliance office in Hangzhou, China and opened its first International sales office in London, U.K. Randa Accessories is the leading manufacturer, distributor and marketer of lifestyle accessories including belts, wallets, neckwear, small leather goods, luggage, casual bags, business cases, and gifts. Randa also provides in-store services and training for industry-leading clients. From its origin as a neckwear company over seventy years ago, Randa now sells best-in-class fashion, lifestyle, luxury, and private branded products to major retailers in all channels of distribution. The company's products are sold in more than 10,000 doors, on five continents. Badanco signs license to produce Nautica Luggage NEW YORK, NY (August 23, 2007) Nautica Apparel, Inc., a subsidiary of VF Sportswear, Inc., a division of VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) has announced a new four year licensing agreement with Badanco Enterprises, Inc to manufacture, market, distribute and sell luggage in the United States and Canada. The new collection, consisting of men’s, women’s and children’s hard-side and soft-side luggage, luggage ensembles and collections, suitcases, wheeled bags, weekend bags, garment bags, carriers, trunks, travel duffels, sports bags, computer cases, business cases, briefcases, backpacks and messengers bags, will be sold in major department stores and home and luggage specialty stores starting with the Spring 2008 season. "We are pleased to have Badanco Enterprises, Inc., a leader in the luggage category, as our new partner," said Denise V. Seegal, President and CEO of VF Sportswear, Inc. "Travel and the feeling of freedom associated with it are at the core of the Nautica® brand. We are confident that Badanco is the right partner for us and look forward to a mutually successful business together." "Badanco is pleased to enter into this important strategic alliance with Nautica®," states Peter Corritori, President and CEO of Badanco Luggage. "The brand is in perfect alignment with the growing segment of active lifestyle consumers who prefer premium products when they travel. Nautica® is an important addition to our portfolio and an integral part of our marketing strategy." Founded in 1983, Nautica® is a leading global lifestyle brand with products ranging from men’s, women’s and children’s apparel and accessories to a complete home collection. Nautica® products are styled in timeless design and premium quality that enhance our consumer’s energetic lifestyle yet recognize their desire for balance. In 2003, the Company was acquired by VF Corporation a world leader in branded apparel including jeanswear, sportswear, outdoor products and workwear. Its principal brands include Lee®, Wrangler®, John Varvatos®, Jansport®, Eastpak®, The North Face®, Vans®, Napapijri®, Kipling® and Reef®. For additional information, please go to www.nautica.com. |
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TOMMY BAHAMA
announces Badanco NEW YORK, NY OCTOBER, 2006 - Tony Margolis, President and CEO of TOMMY BAHAMA, purveyor of island lifestyles, has announced a new licensing agreement with Badanco Enterprises, Inc. for a collection of luggage, travel bags and business cases. The addition of this category will continue to enhance the TOMMY BAHAMA collection of sportswear and accessories. The agreement is effective immediately. “There is no more brand appropriate product for the Tommy Bahama lifestyle than luggage,” says Mr. Margolis. “We are very excited to add this category to our list of offerings. As with all our products the quality, attention to detail, and fresh approach to design will separate us from the sea of sameness that prevails in this industry.” Badanco will produce a full line of unique, meticulously crafted luggage, travel bags and business cases. Supple leather, canvas and ballistic nylon will be featured in a wide range of styles, all of which incorporate the signature TOMMY BAHAMA casual, sophisticated island lifestyle. Targeted to customers with a sense of relaxed style and comfort, these travel bags allow them to depart for a never-ending weekend or an escape to a tropical paradise. The collection will debut at better department and specialty stores for Spring 2007.
“Badanco is pleased
to enter into this important and scalable strategic alliance with Tommy
Bahama,” states David J. Katz, Chief Marketing Officer, Badanco
Enterprises, Inc. “The brand is in perfect alignment with the growing
segment of customers who prefer a more casual and therefore less
structured travel style. Tommy Bahama is an important addition to our
portfolio and an integral part of our marketing strategy.” |
| Badanco signs license to
produce Donald J. Trump Luggage New York, NY September, 2006— The Trump Organization is pleased to announce the addition of luggage and travel goods to the highly successful Donald J. Trump Signature Collection. A partnership with Badanco Luggage to manufacture and market luggage, including business cases, garment bags and travel accessories will enable consumers to travel and do business in comfort and luxury- Trump style. Donald J. Trump luggage and business cases will be launched at Macy’s during holiday season of 2006. “The key to having a phenomenal business meeting is to be prepared, highly organized and ready to make a great impression. Quality travel goods, and carrying a stylish business case will show that you are serious, and are dressed for success” says David J. Katz, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer of Badanco. Value added features to all Donald J. Trump luggage include fine leather trimming with interiors featuring the Trump crest in woven gold embroidery. Consumers have been quick to
adopt Mr. Trump’s impeccable taste for fashion and style in men’s apparel and
accessories. Two years after The Donald J. Trump Signature Collection clothing
line was introduced, a consumer survey published in The Wall Street Journal and
WWD ranked Donald Trump among the five top ‘human brands,’ along with the likes
of Chanel, Ralph Lauren, Isaac Mizrahi, and Victoria’s Secret. The people polled
said these brands offer the qualities of style, color, and comfort they want in
their clothing—qualities that are associated with the Trump brand. |
| Badanco endorses the Susan
G. Komen Race for Cure TOTOWA, August 10, 2006 -- Badanco is joining with Macys.com to participate in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. The goal this year is to raise $25,000, all of which will go towards breast cancer research. In order to achieve this goal we need to reach out to others for help, including our employees, friends and family. We are going to walk/run the Race to raise money. Badanco will sponsor any Badanco employee who chooses to participate in this event. You can help by registering yourself to walk/run with us. Badanco has also donated Polo Ralph Lauren luggage to the auction to raise funds. Click here, for information on the September "Race for the Cure" in New York City. Click here, for information regarding the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
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| Liz Claiborne and Claiborne Extend the
Lifestyle Brand Concept to Include Travel Products
NEW YORK, May 17 -- Liz Claiborne Inc. (NYSE: LIZ - News) today announced that it has reached an agreement with Badanco Luggage to design and manufacture luggage under the Liz Claiborne and Claiborne brand names. The Liz Claiborne line is targeted towards professional and active women, offering updated classic silhouettes that can bridge seasons. The collection will include luggage, coordinated totes and feminine business cases. The Claiborne products will be offered in modern styles with durable fabrics, showcasing pieces for business and casual travelers.
Both collections will be
introduced at luggage specialty and
department stores in 2005. Click
here for the text of the entire press release. |
DVF luggage receives unprecedented "point of sale" support
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for details;
including 8 windows at Macy's Herald Square. |
Badanco awards "Visionary Buyer of the Year"Badanco CEO, Mounir Badaan, awarded Seymour Daiches, Senior Buyer of Luggage for Macy's the Badanco Visionary Buyer of the Year Award. "VISION + EXECUTION = SUCCESS"
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Travel Goods Magazine Showcases Badanco products
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on Badanco's Industry leadership. |
Diane von Furstenberg Wraps a New GenerationNewsday February 05, 2004
Diane von Furstenberg rolls out her
2004 designs to a market clamoring for them once again.
Read about Ms. von Furstenberg in New York Newsday
covering Fashion Week. |
Convenience, cache at travel goods show WASHINGTON, Feb. 22 (UPI) -- With the travel industry finally rallying from an extended slump, hot items at the 2004 Travel Goods Show in the nation's capital were full of both funk and function, with bright new colors, new designs and a focus on safety and comfort. Standard black is taking a backseat as more products are geared for women this year. Badanco's Color-on-the-Go series, designed by Diane Von Furstenberg, in fuchsia, blue and orange canvas suede. |
Luggage firm keeps focus on fashionThe luggage industry is feeling a pinch as Americans scale back on travel and spend cautiously. But Badanco Luggage has found a winning formula by focusing on fashionable bags and not being afraid to deviate from the traditional travel market. |
New, AMTRAK announce a "baggage policy" updated July, 2005.The Amtrak Baggage Policy has been enhanced to meet today's challenging climate of security and safety. Given space constraints, there is a limit of two (2) carry-on bags per passenger, not including items such as purses or laptops. Each piece must be visibly tagged with the name and address of the passenger. |
| New badanco:direct CD-ROM is now available to qualified trade accounts! |
Latest information on US Airline CARRY-ON REGULATIONS:The rules for what can, and can not, be carried on-board a domestic aircraft are not absolute, and are currently changing. These regulations vary from airline to airline, and even from type of aircraft to aircraft and, in many cases, upon whether you are one of the first passengers on-board... or one of the last. Never-the-less, we have attempted to provide an outline of the "official policies" of most of the major US Airlines, as of May 2004. Click here for the latest on Carry-On Rules! |
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