EssilorLuxottica and Michael Kors have announced the renewal of their licensing agreement for the development, production and worldwide distribution of prescription frames and sunglasses under the Michael Kors brand. This renewal will come into effect on Jan. 1, 2025 and cover a period of five years, with an option for a five-year extension. This early renewal, coming almost a year before the expiration of the current agreement, is reflective of the strong collaboration between the two companies since 2015. Francesco Milleri, Chairman and Ceo of EssilorLuxottica, said, “We are really proud of the work we’ve done with Michael Kors over the past decade. In the years ahead, we’ll continue to innovate together with designs that reflect the brand’s innate sense of modern glamour and its unfailing eye for effortless chic.” Cedric Wilmotte, Ceo of Michael Kors, said, “Together, we have grown Michael Kors eyewear into a global business at the leading edge of fashion eyewear while continuing to celebrate the brand’s long and distinctive heritage. We share EssilorLuxottica’s commitment to design, innovation and quality, and look forward to continuing our close collaboration in the years ahead.”

March 2024