ABG Completes the Acquisition of Izod, Van Heusen and Arrow

Authentic Brands Group (ABG), a global brand owner, marketing and entertainment company, is pleased to announce that it has finalized the acquisition of the Heritage Brands portfolio from PVH Corp. The transaction includes Izod, Van Heusen, Arrow and other distinguished brands.

With 60 licensing partners combined, Izod, Van Heusen and Arrow are trusted style authorities globally, known for their premium lifestyle offerings including sportswear, dress furnishings, denim, footwear, accessories, fragrance, home and many other categories.  

Established in 1938, Izod is credited for bringing golf-inspired fashion to mainstream audiences with its iconic short-sleeved piqué polo shirt. Van Heusen continues to build on a 100-year reputation for innovative design to meet the evolving needs of the modern consumer by embracing comfort and ease without sacrificing style. The Arrow brand is known for classic American styling and has substantial licensing, retail and merchandise programs internationally, with operating partners in India, the Middle East, Thailand and Latin America.

As the new owner, ABG assumes all licensing partnerships and marketing initiatives for all the brands. Through a license agreement with ABG, PVH will continue to operate all of the brands’ dress furnishings businesses in North America. 

Additionally, Centric Brands has been granted the license for Izod men’s sportswear and United Legwear & Apparel Company has been granted the licenses for Van Heusen and Arrow men’s sportswear.