Marchpole distribution deal Ungaro

British fashion retailer Marchpole Holdings has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Emanuel Ungaro in Japan with Via Bus Stop, which is part of the Onward Kashiyama Corporation. Marchpole designs, produces and sells clothing and accessories for six major brands including Yves Saint Laurent, Boateng and Emanuel Ungaro. It has been in the business for over 30 years.

Onward Kashiyama specialise in the importation and licensing of luxury brands, including Ralph Lauren, Donna Karen, Calvin Klein, Jean Paul Gaultier and Viktor and Rolf.

Meanwhile, Via Bus Stop has 18 retail stores devoted to the development of luxury designer brands in the Japanese market. It will launch Emanuel Ungaro Men's collection for Spring Summer 2006. The agreement is for three seasons, with minimym guarantees of EUR 600,000 (GBP 410,000) for the period.