M&A Deal Summary

Kate Spade Acquires Skylark Sport Marketing

On November 18, 2005, Kate Spade acquired apparel/textiles company Skylark Sport Marketing

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Kate Spade’s 1st transaction in the Apparel/Textiles sector.
  • This is Kate Spade’s 1st transaction in the United States.
  • This is Kate Spade’s 1st transaction in California.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 2005-11-18
Target Skylark Sport Marketing
Sector Apparel/Textiles
Buyer(s) Kate Spade
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

Skylark Sport Marketing

Vista, California, United States
Skylark Sport Marketing Corp. is a manufacturer of and outdoor and accessories for men and women.

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Buyer

Kate Spade

New York, New York, United States

Category Company
Founded 1976
Sector Apparel/Textiles
Employees3,600
Revenue 1.2B USD (2016)
DESCRIPTION

Kate Spade & Company operates principally under two global, multichannel lifestyle brands: kate spade new york and Jack Spade New York. The Company’s four category pillars – women’s, men’s, children’s and home – span demographics, genders and geographies. Known for crisp color, graphic prints and playful sophistication, kate spade new york aims to inspire a more interesting life. The kate spade new york collection includes the Madison Avenue, Broome Street and on purpose labels. Jack Spade New York offers a timeless and versatile assortment of bags, sportswear and tailored clothing founded on the aesthetic of simple, purposeful design. The Company also owns Adelington Design Group, a private brand jewelry design and development group. Kate Spade & Co. was established in 1976 and is based in New York City.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 1 of 1
Sector (Apparel/Textiles) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 1 of 1
State (California) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 1 of 1
Year (2005) 1 of 1
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
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Sell $268M