Columbia Sportswear Company has signed a license agreement with Another Line, Inc. for the design, manufacturing, and marketing of a new line of outdoor, active women's belts. The new product line features a wide variety of belts that includes leather and fabric offerings as well as stylish and distinctive buckles. Distribution of the Columbia collection will be managed by Another Line, Inc. through select department stores and outdoor retailers across North America. Initial availability is scheduled for spring 2006.
“This agreement provides product that enhances our women's authentic apparel collection,” said Tim Boyle, President and Chief Executive Officer of Columbia Sportswear Company. “As we continue to focus on our women's product offering, we want to provide our customers with a full selection of accessories that reflect the same product quality that is known across our apparel and footwear lines.”
“We are very excited about our new relationship with Columbia Sportswear,” said Gavin Kaplan, President and CEO of Another Line, Inc. “We look forward to applying our 20 years of experience in fashion belt design to build a quality line of outdoor, active women's belts.”
