Transactions

Alexis Bittar

Recapitalization of an industry-leading designer, manufacturer, marketer, and retailer of premium fashion jewelry.

American Contractors
Indemnity Corporation

Sale of a premier indemnity company to HCC Insurance Holding, Inc.

Andrew Marc

Sale of a premier designer and manufacturer of branded outerwear to GB Palladin Capital.

American Hi Definition

Sale of a leading company in theater-scale projection rentals and its sister company, a provider of video production and equipment rentals, to NEP.

Betsey Johnson

Sale of a majority interest in an upscale designer, retailer and wholesaler of lifestyle women's contemporary apparel and accessories to Castanea Partners.

Breeze

Sale of leading manufacturer and marketer of specialty fasteners to a group comprised of management and Industrial Growth Partners.

C & C California

Sale of a high end apparel basics company to Liz Claiborne, Inc.

Catherine Malandrino

Formation of a partnership with Elie Tahari and Arthur S. Levine.

Calypso

Sale of an upscale lifestyle brand with 30 retail stores to Solera Capital.

Clothestime, Inc.

Sale of a 260-store national retailer of contemporary, junior and women's apparel and accessories, to a private investor.

Corral West Ranchwear

Acquisition of a premier western and workwear retailer by Sage Capital Partners.

DC Shoes Inc.

Sale of a premier action sports soft goods manufacturer to Quiksilver.

Del Mar

Sale of a premier developer, manufacturer and marketer of cardiac monitoring systems to Ferraris Group plc, a global medical diagnostics and life sciences company.

DNA

Sale of a leading designer and manufacturer of skateboards and accessories to Burton.

Draper's & Damon's

Sale of a specialty retail and catalog company serving the mature women’s market to Golden Gate Capital.

Dutch

Sale of a majority interest in Dutch, LLC, a leading designer, manufacturer, marketer, wholesaler and retailer of premier contemporary apparel under the Joie, Equipment and Current/Elliott brands, to TA Associates.

Earl Jean

Sale of a manufacturer and retailer of premium women’s jeans to Nautica.

European Touch

Sale of a leading manufacturer of salon appliances to American Capital Strategies.

Globe (Australian Streetwear)

Sale of Globe's Australian Streetwear Division, which designs and markets internationally recognized brands for the Australia and New Zealand youth apparel markets, to Pacific Brands.

Globe (World Industries)

Sale of Globe International’s World Industries brand, one of the most recognized skate brands in the world with a rich heritage in the action sports market, to i.e. distribution.

Gordon Rush

Gordon Rush, leading designer and marketer of high-end leather footwear, apparel, and accessories, has been acquired by an investment group led by the company's founders. The Sage Group acted as exlusive financial advisor to Gordon Rush, Inc.

Heart Soul

Sale of a leading designer, manufacturer, and wholesaler of junior lifestyle apparel for women to The Gores Group.

Imperial Toy

Sale of a designer and manufacturer of a broad range of toy products to an investor group led by management.

Incase Designs

A leading designer and marketer of innovative carrying solutions and accessories, has received an investment from Swander Pace Capital.

J Brand

A leading designer, marketer, and manufacturer of premium denim, has completed a recapitalization led by Star Avenue Capital.

Juicy Couture

Sale of a premium lifestyle brand to Liz Claiborne.

Junkfood Clothing

Sale of a designer and marketer of fashion forward apparel basics to Delta Apparel.

Kooba

Sale of a high end handbag and leather goods company to Swander Pace Capital.

Kooba

Sale of a designer of women’s premium handbags, shoes and accessories to Accessory Network.

L.A. Spas

Acquisition of a premium above-ground spas and spa accessories company by Sage Capital Partners.

La Bella

Sale of Golden Sun, Inc., a leading independent developer and marketer of La Bella and other branded personal care products, to Parallel Investment Partners.

Mac & Jac

Sale of mac & jac, a wholesaler and retailer of upscale women's apparel under the mac & jac, kenzie, and kenziegirl brands, to Liz Claiborne.

Mercury Partners

Acquisition of a private equity firm focused on middle market and emerging growth companies by The Sage Group.

NYDJ (Not Your Daughter's Jeans)

Sale of a majority interest in NYDJ (Not Your Daughter’s Jeans), a designer, marketer and wholesaler of upscale women’s jeans to Falconhead Capital.

Ocean Pacific Apparel Corp.

Sale of a leading surf and beach lifestyle brand to The Warnaco Group.

One Girl Who...

Sale of a leading designer, marketer, and wholesaler of high quality apparel to Hartmarx.

Pacific Supply Co.

Sale of certain assets of a prominent wholesale distributer of aftermarket automotive and marine parts to Genuine Parts Company.

Saban

Sale of Paul Frank, a leading lifestyle company, to Saban Brands.

prAna

Sale of a designer and marketer of climbing, yoga, outdoor and active lifestyle apparel to Liz Claiborne.

Raj Manufacturing

Recapitalization of Raj Manufacturing, a leading manufacturer of premium women’s swimwear which is sold under company-owned, licensed, and private label brands. The investor group consisted of the Bhathal family, Swander Pace Capital, and Goldman Sachs.

Rebecca Taylor

Sale of a designer, marketer wholesaler and retailer of premium branded women’s contemporary apparel and accessories to Kellwood.

Robert Graham

Sale of a significant interest of a designer, marketer, wholesaler, and retailer of high-end designer sportswear for men and women to Tengram Capital Partners.

Robert Rodriguez

Moda Nicola International, LLC, owner of the Robert Rodriguez Collection, a designer, marketer and wholesaler of women's contemporary sportswear and eveningwear has been acquired by Jones Apparel group, Inc. The Sage Group initiated the transaction and acted as exclusive financial advisor to Moda Nicola International, LLC.

Splendid and Ella Moss

Recapitalization of Mo Industries, a designer, marketer, and wholesaler of contemporary apparel and luxury basics under the Splendid and Ella Moss brands, by Summit Partners.

Splendid and Ella Moss

Sale of Mo Industries Holdings, the designer, marketer and wholesaler of the Ella Moss and Splendid brands, to VF Corporation.

Too Faced

An industry-leading manufacturer, marketer and supplier of prestige color cosmetics and accessories, has received an investment from Weston Presidio.

Trina Turk

Sale of an interest in Trina Turk, a distinctive designer, wholesaler, and retailer of women's contemporary apparel and accessories, to KarpReilly.

Twin Med

Recapitalization of a medical supply distributor to nursing homes, funded by GMAC and Bison Capital.

Velvet

Sale of a significant interest in a designer, marketer and wholesaler of premium branded contemporary apparel to Snow Phipps.

Vince

Sale of a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of contemporary women’s luxury apparel and basics to Kellwood.

Woodridge

Sale of a leading independent developer and marketer of branded niche personal care products to Nextera Enterprises.

Z Gallerien

Z Gallerie has emerged from chapter 11 through a plan of reorganization. The Sage Group acted as exclusive investment banker to Z Gallerie.

Royal Robbins

Sale of a leading designer, manufacturer, marketer, and retailer of outdoor and travel apparel, to Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co.

Intermix

Sale of Intermix, a leading multi-brand specialty retailer of luxury and contemporary women’s apparel and accessories, to Gap Inc., a leading global specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories, and personal care products under the Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime, and Athleta brands.