Dickies, the innovative work wear and lifestyle apparel brand, announced today a new licensing agreement with Strategic Partners Inc., the recognized leader in medical apparel and medical footwear, for the design, production and distribution of medical channel products. Dickies’ extensive portfolio of licensees continues to deliver work wear and work-inspired lines including bags, footwear, belts, socks, headwear, sunglasses, kidswear, men’s tops and junior girls apparel in addition to medical wear.

“Dickies is a powerful brand with a loyal following among medical consumers. We are honored to represent the Dickies brand in the medical uniform market”

Kersh, the prominent Canadian fashion label specializing in contemporary women's fashions, extends its brand with the debut of its first-ever line of handbags at the WWD MAGIC Conference and trade show in Las Vegas, Nevada Feb. 16 through 18, 2010. The handbags represent one of the many licensed products that the Kersh brand is looking to sign.

Perry Ellis International announced today that it has entered into a license agreement with Fishman & Tobin, Inc. to design, manufacture and distribute boys’ apparel as well as girls’ and boys’ school uniforms under the Perry Ellis®, Perry Ellis Portfolio® and Perry Ellis America® family of brands.

Fishman & Tobin, Inc. is recognized as a leader in boys’ dress and sportswear in all channels of distribution. For over 90 years, the family-run business has been known as a supplier of excellence for its quality, service and innovation in the marketplace. Fishman & Tobin's reputation for providing great value in children's wear has enabled it to grow to be the number one company in boys’ dress wear and school uniforms.

Perry Ellis International has entered into an exclusive license agreement with Nolan Glove Company (Nolan) to manufacture, design and distribute women’s Laundry by Shelli Segal® year-round accessories, including: hats, caps, earmuffs, gloves, mittens, scarves and wraps.

Perry Ellis International (NASDAQ:PERY) announced today that it has reached an agreement with The Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC) in conjunction with PGA TOUR^® which allows PEI to offer PGA TOUR apparel with the officially licensed college logos & colors of the colleges represented by CLC.

Haggar Clothing Co., makers of Haggar branded casual and dress apparel for men, announce a new Master License agreement with Gramicci, originator of authentic climbing and outdoor lifestyle apparel. The agreement combines two brands well known for product leadership and innovation, expanding the offerings to men's and women's outdoor sportswear.

Cherokee Inc. a leading global licensor and brand management company, yesterday reported financial results for its third quarter ended October 31, 2009 (the “Third Quarter”). Net revenues for the Third Quarter totaled $8.04 million, $5,000 greater than revenues in the comparable period last year. Operating income for the Third Quarter was $4.71 million, or $40,000 greater than the $4.67 million of operating income in the comparable period last year. Pre-tax profits for the Third Quarter totaled $4.72 million, as compared to $4.71 million in the comparable period last year. Net earnings for the Third Quarter totaled $2.77 million, or $0.31 per diluted share, as compared to $3.25 million, or $0.37 per diluted share, in the comparable period last year, due to a lower tax provision in the comparable period last year resulting from certain favorable tax-related adjustments. The Company ended the quarter with cash and equivalents of $9.26 million, net receivables of $7.45 million and no debt.

Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: PVH) announced today that it has licensed Jensan Apparel Corporation to produce and market a full range of golfwear for men, women and children under PVH’s IZOD G brand.

Jensan’s first IZOD G collection, set to arrive in stores in Fall 2010, will be distributed in green grass shops; golf, tennis and sporting goods stores; and specialty stores. The territory licensed to Jensan includes the United States, its territories and possessions, as well as Canada.

JANIE BRYANT, Award-Winning Costume Designer for MAD MEN, in Development of Guest Designer Collaborations

Matchbook Company Appointed as Licensing Agency representing Janie Bryant in the development and merchandising of period inspired designer programs

Unprecedented In-store Shops and Windows Showcase Exclusive Collection of Merchandise Inspired by the World of DC Comics from Designers Including Trunk, Junk Food, JACK SPADE, Converse, Psycho Bunny and Because We Were Bored

In a groundbreaking partnership, which brings the powerful world of DC Comics Super Heroes together with one of the nation's most prominent retailers, Bloomingdale's stores and Warner Bros. Consumer Products have joined forces to celebrate the upcoming 75th anniversary of DC Comics. This holiday season, Bloomingdale's will debut brand-new shops featuring DC Comics-inspired clothing and accessories that are sure to be among the season's most sought-after gifts. Designers contributing to the exclusive collection include Trunk, Junk Food, Converse, Psycho Bunny and JACK SPADE in men's and Because We Were Bored in Young World.

Delta Apparel, Inc. (NYSE Amex: DLA) today announced they have entered into a new licensing agreement with Jordan Outdoor Enterprises, Ltd. to be the exclusive marketer and producer of Realtree Girl® and Realtree Outfitters® casual apparel and headwear.

The Realtree Girl and Realtree Outfitters collections will feature a broad range of fashion apparel providing outdoor enthusiasts with trendy casual clothing. Realtree Girl was launched in 2006, offering endless options that reflect her love of the outdoors. A full line of Realtree Outfitters casual apparel and headwear is being introduced this fall for adventurers and outdoor sportsman. These collections will be sold through a wide range of distribution channels including outdoor retailers, sporting goods stores and department stores.

NexCen Brands, Inc. (PINK SHEETS: NEXC) announced today the signing of a master franchise agreement with Teixeira Development Group, an Angolan company, for the expansion of the Company’s Great American Cookies®, MaggieMoo’s^®, Marble Slab Creamery^®, Pretzelmaker^®, TAF™, and Shoebox New York^® brands.

The master franchise agreement calls for the development of 58 stores across the six franchised brands in Angola, Guinea-Bissau, Sao Tome and Principe over a 10-year term. These stores will be the first NexCen franchised stores in these African countries. The Company recently announced the opening of the first TAF store in Botswana under a separate agreement signed in October 2008 with a different developer.

Kenneth J. Hall, Chief Executive Officer of NexCen Brands, Inc., stated, “We look forward to working with Teixeira and other franchisees to expand our franchised brands’ presence in Africa, and believe there is great opportunity and appetite for our brands in developing countries. The agreement with Teixeira is a prime example of a master developer taking advantage of our diverse brand portfolio to enter new markets with multiple franchised brands.”

Chris Dull, President of NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., the franchising subsidiary of NexCen Brands, stated, “We are excited to introduce our franchised brands to new consumers in Africa. We hope that our training, marketing and operational support, coupled with Teixeira’s knowledge of the local market, will result in strong growth of our franchised brands in Angola, Guinea-Bissau, Sao Tome and Principe.”

About NexCen Brands, Inc.

NexCen Brands, Inc. is a strategic brand management company with a focus on franchising. It owns a portfolio of franchise brands that includes two retail franchise concepts: TAF™ and Shoebox New York^®, as well as five quick service restaurant (QSR) franchise concepts: Great American Cookies^®, MaggieMoo's^®, Marble Slab Creamery^®, Pretzelmaker^® and Pretzel Time^®. The brands are managed by NexCen Franchise Management, Inc., a subsidiary of NexCen Brands.

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Perry Ellis International (NASDAQ:PERY) announced yesterday that it has signed a licensing agreement with S.A.R.L. de Gestion Pierre Cardin to source, sell and distribute the Pierre Cardin® brand for men’s sportswear, except for woven shirts, in the U.S., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This is a five year agreement, starting in 2010.

Williamson-Dickie Mfg. Co. and Daystone International today announced the completion of their licensing partnership. For nine years, Daystone International held the license for Dickies fashion headwear, caps and cold weather knit headwear.

Daystone International, a wholly owned subsidiary of San Sun Hat and Cap Co. Ltd, has been a strong licensee for Dickies. The company will continue to fulfill Dickies licensed orders through 2009. Daystone International will also continue operations in Atlanta through December 2009. Following that, the company’s new headquarters will be located in Roselle, IL, a suburb of Chicago.

Dickies is not currently accepting proposals for a new licensing partner in headwear and cold weather accessories.

For further information, please contact Dickies Vice President of Licensing Michael Penn (1-800-336-7201) or Daystone International Vice President of Sales Mike Davis (615.776.4247).

About Dickies

Since its beginnings in Fort Worth, Texas in 1922, the Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company has grown from a humble manufacturer of bib overalls into a global brand powerhouse, with DICKIES work pants, shirts, denim, outerwear, school uniforms, outdoor gear, medical and chefs apparel and an extensive licensing program offering sturdy head-to-toe clothing options for hardworking men and women of all ages, professions, regions and interests. Williamson-Dickie operates through subsidiaries in North America, Canada and Europe as well as exclusive distributorship around the world. For more information, visit www.dickies.com.

About Daystone International

Daystone is a worldwide manufacturer and importer of a wide variety of caps including fully decorated and blank products for retail and advertising specialty channels. For more information visit www.daystone.com.

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Dickies, the leading global workwear brand, is pleased to announce it will continue to work with Randa to provide licensed leather goods in a multi-year extension of their 25+ year partnership. Exclusive product offerings will include men’s and boys’ belts, wallets, suspenders and travel kits.

Tandy Brands Accessories (Nasdaq: TBAC) announced today that VF Corporation and the Chambers Belt Company have agreed to transfer both the Wrangler Mass and Western/Specialty belt licenses from Chambers Belt Company to Tandy Brands. The transfer became effective today upon Tandy’s acquisition of the Chambers name and other strategic assets.

The UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT) is supporting Skillfast-UK to retain its licence as the industry’s leading training organisation faces delicensing by the UK Commission for Employment and Skills.