Ralph Lauren Footwear employees distribute products in Asia Pacific (other than Japan) and in the United Kingdom, Ireland, France and the Middle East, while sales in eleven other European countries are made by independent sales agents Ralph Lauren Footwear markets its children’s footwear line globally through an independent distributor. Because we license the Ralph Lauren and Polo brands, our Ralph Lauren Footwear business is subject to risks and uncertainties common to licensing arrangements that are described below under the heading ISSUES AND UNCERTAINTIES. Our Greg Norman Collection produces a range of men’s and women’s apparel and accessories marketed under the Greg Norman name and logo.
Originally a golf apparel line, the Greg Norman Collection has grown its line of sportswear to include products such as woven’s, Play Dry outerwear and sweaters. Launched in 2000, Play Dry has become an integral part of the Greg Norman reebok outlet product assortment. This moisture wicking technology keeps wearers cooler, drier and more comfortable. The Greg Norman Collection’s Play Dry Weather knit collection features water repellent and wind resistant styles that incorporate knitted technology that is engineered for quiet yet active movement.
Reebok outlet products are sold principally in department and specialty stores, on-course pro shops and golf specialty stores, as well as in Greg Norman-dedicated shops. During 2004 the Greg Norman Collection continued to grow its women’s apparel collection, which was launched in 2003. The Greg Norman Collection uses a combination of distributors and licensees to market and distribute Greg Norman-branded products internationally. The brand is currently represented in Australia, India, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia in the Far East; in several Middle East countries; in England, Ireland, Scotland, Portugal, Germany, France and the Benelux countries in Europe; in Canada; and in Mexico.
