Together, they will accelerate growth through stand-alone boutiques, shops-in-shop, digital commerce and wholesale distribution.
WHP Global and G-III Apparel Group Ltd. have forged a partnership with I.T Group, a leading omnichannel fashion retailer in Greater China, to accelerate the growth of the Marc Jacobs presence across Greater China through new stand-alone boutiques, shop-in-shop locations, digital commerce and wholesale distribution, building on the brand’s existing retail footprint.
“Marc Jacobs has a distinctive creative identity and strong appeal among consumers in Greater China,” said Sham Car Wai, founder and chairman of I.T Group. “With our omnichannel platform, deep local market knowledge and nearly four decades of experience building international fashion brands in the region, we see significant potential to accelerate the brand’s growth through retail expansion and digital commerce, bringing Marc Jacobs to more consumers across Greater China.”
Founded in Hong Kong in 1988, I.T Group has more than 280 points of sale and a growing e-commerce platform across Greater China. The company operates multiple retail concepts, including I.T, i.t, EXI.T, and its digital platform features more than 400 designer, contemporary and streetwear labels. Led by Wai, I.T Group has a proven track record of introducing and developing international fashion brands across the region, including A Bathing Ape, Acne, Studios, Carhartt WIP, Commercial des Garçons, Off-White, Palm Angels, Study, among others. I.T Group provides a comprehensive retail and digital platform for long-term growth across mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan.
“We see a strong future for Marc Jacobs and are focused on building the business for the long terms,” said Morris Goldfarb, chairman and chief executive officer of G-III Apparel Group.
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