Elie Tahari to Launch Eyewear Line This Summer

"Elie Tahari will launch eyewear this summer. The New York-based brand will deliver an assortment of optical designs to select retailers beginning this June," reports WWD. "The brand has partnered with licensing firm Colors in Optics Ltd., which also produces eyewear for Moschino, Missoni and Vince. Designs — which will retail from $185 to $285 — are handmade and have been crafted in an array of colors and fabrications." Read more.

Colors in Optics Signs License with Perry Ellis

"Perry Ellis International...has entered into a license agreement with Colors In Optics, Ltd. to include sunglasses, ophthalmic eyewear and eyewear accessories such as cases, chains, cloths and cleaners under the Laundry by Shelli Segal brand," goes the press release that appeared on NASDAQ.com. "The roster of licenses for the Laundry brand will now include eyewear in addition to fashion accessories, lingerie, outerwear, home and fragrance. The new collection is expected to launch Spring 2016 in premium department stores, upscale specialty stores, eyewear specialty stores, optical shops, Optician's offices and select ecommerce sites in the U.S. and Canada." Read more.