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  • U.S. Polo Assn. and Arvind Fashions Limited Win Two Prestigious Myntra Tech Thread Awards in India

    U.S. Polo Assn. and Arvind Fashions Limited Win Two Prestigious Myntra Tech Thread Awards in India

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    Nov 22, 2022

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) and Arvind Fashions Limited today announced that U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has been awarded the “Best Men’s Casualwear Brand” for the third consecutive year and “Best Casual Footwear Brand” for the second time at the Myntra Tech Thread Awards 2022. The multi-billion-dollar, sport-inspired global brand won the highly contested awards over other leading, global brands. 

    Myntra is the most recognized e-commerce fashion platform in India, selling a wide range of products from categories like apparel, beauty, footwear, bags and more. Myntra Tech Thread Awards recognizes the dynamic shift in the current business world and the necessity of companies having to re-think experiences, build stronger partnerships and adapt to disruptions in the market. 

    “We would like to thank Myntra, its team, and all of our loyal customers on the Myntra platform for the honor given to Arvind and U.S. Polo Assn.,” said Amitabh Suri, CEO, Arvind Fashions Limited’s U.S. Polo Assn. India. “Myntra and U.S. Polo Assn. go back a long way. What began as a business engagement many years back has today transcended into a champion partnership, due to a shared passion for the business, innovation and a customer-obsessed culture.”

    Today, U.S. Polo Assn. has reached $1.8 billion in global retail sales, achieved double-digit growth, and expanded its footprint to include 190 countries and more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores worldwide, more than 400 of them being in India.

    J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global Licensing, who oversees the overall multi-billion-dollar world-class U.S. Polo Assn. brand, added, “Arvind Fashions Limited is a partner who understands the sport-inspired DNA of the U.S. Polo Assn. brand. I thank the Arvind team for their outstanding contributions as global partners and for playing a major role in U.S. Polo Assn.’s global success.”

    Myntra Tech Thread Awards brings together more than 250 leading domestic and global fashion brands to celebrate the business of fashion. This year focused on the future of fashion ranging from technology and social commerce, evolving consumer behavior and the transformation of fashion retail in India in today’s global market.

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the nonprofit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through some 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores and thousands of department stores as well as sporting goods channels, independent retailers and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in 190 countries worldwide. Today, U.S. Polo Assn. is ranked the 28th largest licensor in the world and within the top five sports licensors, according to License Global’s 2022 list of “Top Global Licensors.” Visit uspoloassnglobal.com.

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and its exclusive worldwide licensor. USPAGL manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand and is the steward of the USPA’s intellectual properties, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, the world’s leading digital platform with polo and lifestyle content. In addition, USPAGL partners with ESPN and beIN Sports globally to share the sport of polo broadcasts on television and on-demand to millions of viewers around the world. For more polo content visit globalpolo.com.

    About Arvind Fashions Limited

    Arvind Fashions Limited is India’s number one casual and denim brand, a lifestyle powerhouse with a strong portfolio of fashion brands catering to consumers across many sub-categories and price points. With a host of renowned brands, both indigenous and international, like U.S. Polo Assn., ARROW, Calvin Klein, Flying Machine and Sephora, the global industry leader has a presence across lifestyle brands, value fashion and prestige beauty. Visit arvindfashions.com.

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • U.S. Polo Assn. and Arvind Fashions Limited Receive Two Prestigious Myntra Tech Thread Awards in India

    U.S. Polo Assn. and Arvind Fashions Limited Receive Two Prestigious Myntra Tech Thread Awards in India

    Press Release


    Nov 22, 2022

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) and Arvind Fashions Limited today announced that U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has been awarded the “Best Men’s Casualwear Brand” for the third consecutive year and “Best Casual Footwear Brand” for the second time at the Myntra Tech Thread Awards 2022. The multi-billion-dollar, sport-inspired global brand won the highly contested awards over other leading, global brands. 

    Myntra is the most recognized e-commerce fashion platform in India, selling a wide range of products from categories like apparel, beauty, footwear, bags and more. Myntra Tech Thread Awards recognizes the dynamic shift in the current business world and the necessity of companies having to re-think experiences, build stronger partnerships and adapt to disruptions in the market. 

    “We would like to thank Myntra, its team, and all of our loyal customers on the Myntra platform for the honor given to Arvind and U.S. Polo Assn.,” said Amitabh Suri, CEO, Arvind Fashions Limited’s U.S. Polo Assn. India. “Myntra and U.S. Polo Assn. go back a long way. What began as a business engagement many years back has today transcended into a champion partnership, due to a shared passion for the business, innovation and a customer-obsessed culture.”

    Today, U.S. Polo Assn. has reached $1.8 billion in global retail sales, achieved double-digit growth, and expanded its footprint to include 190 countries and more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores worldwide, more than 400 of them being in India.

    J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global Licensing, who oversees the overall multi-billion-dollar world-class U.S. Polo Assn. brand, added, “Arvind Fashions Limited is a partner who understands the sport-inspired DNA of the U.S. Polo Assn. brand. I thank the Arvind team for their outstanding contributions as global partners and for playing a major role in U.S. Polo Assn.’s global success.”

    Myntra Tech Thread Awards brings together more than 250 leading domestic and global fashion brands to celebrate the business of fashion. This year focused on the future of fashion ranging from technology and social commerce, evolving consumer behavior and the transformation of fashion retail in India in today’s global market.

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the nonprofit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through some 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores and thousands of department stores as well as sporting goods channels, independent retailers and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in 190 countries worldwide. Today, U.S. Polo Assn. is ranked the 28th largest licensor in the world and within the top five sports licensors, according to License Global’s 2022 list of “Top Global Licensors.” Visit uspoloassnglobal.com.

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and its exclusive worldwide licensor. USPAGL manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand and is the steward of the USPA’s intellectual properties, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, the world’s leading digital platform with polo and lifestyle content. In addition, USPAGL partners with ESPN and beIN Sports globally to share the sport of polo broadcasts on television and on-demand to millions of viewers around the world. For more polo content visit globalpolo.com.

    About Arvind Fashions Limited

    Arvind Fashions Limited is India’s number one casual and denim brand, a lifestyle powerhouse with a strong portfolio of fashion brands catering to consumers across many sub-categories and price points. With a host of renowned brands, both indigenous and international, like U.S. Polo Assn., ARROW, Calvin Klein, Flying Machine and Sephora, the global industry leader has a presence across lifestyle brands, value fashion and prestige beauty. Visit arvindfashions.com.

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Global Summer 2022 Collection from Miami Beach

    U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Global Summer 2022 Collection from Miami Beach

    Iconic, Sport-Inspired Brand Celebrates Summer with Vibrant Prints and Neon Accents

    Press Release


    Jun 1, 2022

    U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has launched its iconic, sport-inspired Summer Collection for 2022. The brand’s global photo shoot, which is shared with U.S. Polo Assn. partners around the world, took place in South Florida’s iconic Miami Beach. Visitors flock from around the world to bask in the tropical Miami Beach atmosphere, where the sun meets sand and sea.

    Sun, sand, and saltwater along the shores of trendy Miami Beach create the perfect backdrop for U.S. Polo Assn.’s Summer 2022 Collection. This season’s global photo shoot showcases beachside models lounging beside breezy palms and vibrant lifeguard towers, wearing pops of neon and bold tropical prints. The collection also brings colorful polo shirts, shorts, and graphic t-shirts alongside swimwear and essential summer accessories, including bucket hats and trendy handbags.

    Consumers in-store and online around the world can look for color blocked brights and timeless resort stripes inspired by the sunlit Miami horizon. U.S. Polo Assn. has given summer style a refresh with an emphasis on breathable, lightweight fabrics to make fun in the sun easy and breezy. Fans of the brand can bask in soft knit tank dresses and preppy cotton shirts to make the most of a sun-kissed summer with U.S. Polo Assn.

    “The inspiration for our Summer 2022 Collection comes from the bold color palette of the sunset and sea. Rich colors bring rejuvenating energy to our classic style that’s in step with today’s current trends,” says Brian Kaminer, SVP of Brand and Product Development for the U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “Innovating new fabrics with textural details make our timeless trends fresh for customers to approach the summer in style.”

    U.S. Polo Assn. is known for its sport-inspired, classic American style. The brand’s signature red, white, and blue stripe is used in a variety of ways to add an element of surprise to each garment. Each U.S. Polo Assn. collection takes classic designs to a new level with unique styling, high-quality fabrics, and seasonal comfort. The Summer 2022 Collection follows suit with bold and fresh assortments that offer a wide array of options, including USPA Life apparel with sustainable aspects. 

    “These are exciting times for the U.S. Polo Assn. brand, with new stores opening around the world, and now the launch of our amazing Summer 2022 Collection,” says J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global Licensing, which manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “Every season the U.S. Polo Assn. Team works to share our authentic connection to the sport of polo with our customers anywhere, anytime they want to shop, while offering an authentic and service-oriented experience.”

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the nonprofit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through some 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores, department stores, sporting goods channels, independent retailers and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in 190 countries worldwide. Ranked the fifth largest sports licensor in License Global magazine’s 2020 list of “Top 150 Global Licensors,” U.S. Polo Assn. is named alongside such iconic sports brands as the National Football League, the National Basketball Association and Major League Baseball. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com.

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and its exclusive worldwide licensor. USPAGL manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand and is the steward of the USPA’s intellectual properties, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, the world’s leading digital platform with polo and lifestyle content. In addition, USPAGL partners with ESPN and beIN Sports globally to share the sport of polo broadcasts on television and on-demand to millions of viewers around the world. For more polo content visit globalpolo.com

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    Press Release Contact: 

    Stacey Kovalsky – Senior Director, Global Communications
    Phone +001.561.790.8036 – Email: skovalsky@uspagl.com

    Kaela Drake – PR & Communications 
    CoordinatorPhone +001.561.461.8596 – Email: kdrake@uspagl.com

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • Historic 2022 U.S. Open Polo Championship® Closes Out American High-Goal Competition in South Florida

    Historic 2022 U.S. Open Polo Championship® Closes Out American High-Goal Competition in South Florida

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    Apr 26, 2022

    U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association, is pleased to announce that the 2022 U.S. Open Polo Championship® has officially closed out the high-goal polo season in Wellington, Florida, the “Winter Equestrian Capital of the World.” With record attendance at the International Polo Club (IPC) and watched by millions on ESPN, the U.S. Open Polo Championship celebrated the tradition and heritage of polo for the last game of the season in the United States. 

    In this, the third leg of the 2022 GAUNTLET OF POLO® series, it was an upset with 2019 GAUNTLET OF POLO winner Team Pilot topping La Elina in a score of 11-6 and taking home $100,000. Played on the U.S. Polo Assn. Stadium Field, the U.S. Open Polo Championship is one of the most historic tournaments in the United States, featuring the sport’s finest players, alongside their equine partners from around the world. The thrilling action of the final game was livestreamed exclusively on Global Polo TV (GPTV) and later broadcast on ESPN. It’s now available On-Demand at ESPN.com.

    “This year the U.S. Open Polo Championship had the largest number of team entries in its history, which really demonstrates how much growth we have seen across the sport in recent years,” said Stewart Armstrong, Chairman of the United States Polo Association (USPA). “The ability to broadcast top tournaments like this on ESPN is not only great for the sport itself but also widens our overall audience to generate new fans in the U.S. and around the world.”

    The GAUNTLET OF POLO series consists of three tournaments, the C.V. Whitney Cup®, the USPA Gold Cup® and the U.S. Open Polo Championship, all played at IPC. In addition to the more than $200,000 in prize money awarded this GAUNTLET season, U.S. Polo Assn. has donated a total of $15,000 to the finalists’ charities of choice including the following 501(c)(3) polo-based charities: Polo Players Support Group, Polo Museum, Replay Polo, ELS for Autism Foundation, and Polo Pony Rescue.

    “U.S. Polo Assn is proud to partner with the USPA, The International Polo Club and The Palm Beaches to bring polo to as many fans as possible in Palm Beach County, and through our new and outstanding partnership with ESPN,” said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global Licensing Inc., which manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “Alongside our partners, we now look forward to the unique opportunity to host the XII FIP World Polo Championships, last held in Australia, right here in Palm Beach County this coming October!”

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the nonprofit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through some 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores, department stores, sporting goods channels, independent retailers and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in 194 countries worldwide. Ranked the fifth largest sports licensor in License Global magazine’s 2020 list of “Top 150 Global Licensors,” U.S. Polo Assn. is named alongside such iconic sports brands as the National Football League, the National Basketball Association and Major League Baseball. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com.

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and its exclusive worldwide licensor. USPAGL manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand and is the steward of the USPA’s intellectual properties, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, the world’s leading digital platform with polo and lifestyle content. In addition, USPAGL partners with ESPN and BeIN Sports globally to share the sport of polo broadcasts on television and on-demand to millions of viewers around the world. For more polo content, visit globalpolo.com.

    About the United States Polo Association® (USPA)

    The United States Polo Association was organized and exists for the purposes of promoting the game of polo, coordinating the activities of its Member Clubs and Registered Players, arranging and supervising polo tournaments, competitions and games, and providing rules, handicaps, and conditions for those tournaments, competitions, and games including the safety and welfare of participants and mounts. Founded in 1890, the USPA is the national governing body for the sport of polo. The USPA is currently comprised of almost 200 member clubs with thousands of individual members and oversees 40 national tournaments. For more information, please visit uspolo.org.

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    For further information contact: 

    Shannon Stilson – VP, Sports Marketing & Media 

    Phone +001.561.227.6994 – E-mail: sstilson@uspagl.com

    Stacey Kovalsky – Senior Director, Global Communications

    Phone +001.561.790.8036 – E-mail: skovalsky@uspagl.com

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Brick-and-Mortar Strategy in the United Kingdom with First Store in the Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlets

    U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Brick-and-Mortar Strategy in the United Kingdom with First Store in the Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlets

    Global, sport-inspired fashion brand U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), is opening its first store this April in the United Kingdom, in partnership with its United Kingdom Licensee, Brand Machine Group (BMG). Additional store openings are planned in the United Kingdom for later this year and beyond.

    Situated in the McArthurGlen Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, the new store will house the latest men’s and women’s wear collections from the global, sport-inspired brand. Fashion-savvy people of the North-West now can experience one of the world’s most celebrated lifestyle brands. Shoppers will also experience the elevated store design concept, set over 2,000 sq. ft., complete with aspirational imagery, the brand’s signature stripe detailing, tech-driven touchless pay, and LED screens for streaming photoshoots and some of the world’s most exciting polo games. New product deliveries will be arriving at the store weekly, keeping the options fresh for consumers.

    The opening celebration includes product giveaways, polo players and influencers, with special guest appearances, including that of commentator and host of CBS Sports and The World of Polo, Karl Ude-Martinez, and much more will mark Opening Day on Wednesday, April 20, 2022.

    Collections from U.S. Polo Assn. represent the heritage of the brand but are told in the most contemporary way. Sport-inspired products range from preppy to collegiate; casual chic mixed with durable, everyday apparel and accessories. U.S. Polo Assn. is worn by players and followers of one of the most exciting and prestigious sports in the world. Today, U.S. Polo Assn. is an instantly recognizable lifestyle brand with a multi-billion-dollar global footprint operating across 194 countries. The brand has successfully fused past and present for lovers of classic, timeless, and wearable style. It maintains its unbreakable bond with the USPA and continues to be its official apparel partner. 

    The iconic U.S. Polo Assn. brand is being brought to Cheshire Oaks by the brand’s licensing partner, BMG, the United Kingdom-based, global licensing organization, which partners with some of the biggest and most well-known fashion brands in the world. 

    “After several years in partnership with U.S. Polo Assn. to market and sell the brand in the U.K., we are proud to open our first store, this being the first of many U.S. Polo Assn. stores we plan to open throughout the U.K. in the coming years,” explains Tom Duncan, Brand Director, BMG. “The Cheshire Oaks store will offer high-quality service and product, at great prices in the best store environment that U.S. Polo Assn. has to offer.”

    U.S. Polo Assn. has always had a loyal fan base in the U.K. due to the origins of the modern version of the sport dating back to the 1800s. Indian military officers imported the game of polo to Britain in the 1860s, and the first set of formal British rules was created in 1874, many of which are still in existence. Today, U.S. Polo Assn. sponsors some of the most prestigious polo, influencer, and charity events in the U.K., including the illustrious British Gold Cup, Sand Polo, and the Royal Charity Cup.

    “We have great history in the U.K. as a sport and as a brand and are eager to expand our brick-and-mortar strategy by opening many stores here in the coming years,” J. Michael Prince, President & CEO of USPA Global Licensing, the company that manages and markets the U.S. Polo Assn. brand across 194 countries, said of the U.K. expansion strategy. “With our authentic connection to the sport of polo, this U.S. Polo Assn. store has the best elements of our new outlet store design, created to offer consumers more than just shopping, but also an engaging experience.”

    About Brand Machine Group (BMG)

    The Brand Machine Group is an international fashion brand owner and licensing specialist, housing a diverse and industry-leading portfolio of fashion, sports, and outdoor brands across adults and childrenswear clothing and accessories. With more than 35 years of expertise, BMG specialises in global licensing and partners with recognised market leaders to manage a seamless and collaborative process of designing, manufacturing, and delivering quality products whilst championing the DNA of its brands. Portfolio of brands: Penfield (Owned) Duchamp (owned) Ben Sherman, Elle Junior, Franklin & Marshall, Jack Wills, Juicy Couture, Lyle & Scott, Lee Jeans, Original Penguin, U.S. Polo Assn. (Licensed).

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the nonprofit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through some 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores, department stores, sporting goods channels, independent retailers and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in 194 countries worldwide. Ranked the fifth largest sports licensor in License Global magazine’s 2020 list of “Top 150 Global Licensors,” U.S. Polo Assn. is named alongside such iconic sports brands as the National Football League, the National Basketball Association and Major League Baseball. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com. For more polo content, visit globalpolo.com.

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and its exclusive worldwide licensor. USPAGL manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand and is the steward of the USPA’s intellectual properties, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, the world’s leading digital platform with polo and lifestyle content. In addition, USPAGL partners with ESPN and BeIN Sports globally to share the sport of polo broadcasts on television and on-demand to millions of viewers around the world. For more polo content, visit globalpolo.com.

    For further information contact: 

    Peter Cuthbertson – peter@sixteenelevenconsultancy.com (Press queries) 

    Gina DiGregorio – gina.digregorio@brandmachinegroup.com (Brand queries) 

    Stacey Kovalsky – skovalsky@uspagl.com (U.S. Polo Assn. United States HQ)

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Spring 2022 Collection

    U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Spring 2022 Collection

    Iconic, Sport-Inspired Brand Celebrates Spring with Sun-Washed Pastels, Florals, and Tropical Prints

    Press Release


    Mar 3, 2022

    U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has launched its iconic, sport-inspired Spring Collection for 2022. The brand’s global photoshoot took place across South Florida in trendy Miami Beach, The Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, and in iconic Palm Beach ─ all known for their luxurious, coastal scenery, lush, tropical feel, and bright, sunny skies.

    U.S. Polo Assn.’s Spring 2022 Collection represents what is bright and new in the upcoming spring season. In this beautiful South Florida setting, sun-washed pastels were layered with textured linens and shot beside chic poolside cabanas, breezy palms, and white sand beaches. Escape the winter grays and sunbathe in the Spring Collection, filled with soft colors, leafy florals and tropical patterns. This collection offers casual comfort and a relaxed style to bring your wardrobe into a new season with ease. The Spring Collection is filled with looks that match your personal style and can be layered for the ever-changing spring weather. This season you will see subtle prints, fabrics with texture, color blocking, and softer fits to create an evolved classic style from U.S Polo Assn. 

    “In our Spring 2022 Collection, we take a fresh approach to wardrobe classics by using color as the catalyst for change,” says Brian Kaminer, SVP of Brand and Product for U.S. Polo Assn. “Always keeping comfort as much a priority as style, we have also used technical yarns and fabrics in creating products that work for busy lifestyles.”

    U.S. Polo Assn. is known for its sport-inspired, classic American style, and each season the brand takes it to a new level with unique colors, styles, and fabrics. The Spring 2022 Collection is no different, as the vibrant and modern assortments offer wide variety, including some apparel with sustainable aspects.

    “The U.S. Polo Assn. creative team was able to capture the inspiration behind the collection in the photoshoot at iconic locations in South Florida, like the historic Biltmore Hotel and the stylish sites around Palm Beach,” says J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global Licensing, which manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “Every season, we evolve our products with innovation, production and style but always maintain our authentic connection to the sport of polo.”

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the nonprofit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through some 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores, department stores, sporting goods channels, independent retailers and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in 194 countries worldwide. Ranked the fifth largest sports licensor in License Global magazine’s 2020 list of “Top 150 Global Licensors,” U.S. Polo Assn. is named alongside such iconic sports brands as the National Football League, the National Basketball Association and Major League Baseball. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com.

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and its exclusive worldwide licensor. USPAGL manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand and is the steward of the USPA’s intellectual properties, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, the world’s leading digital platform with polo and lifestyle content, and global television broadcasts on ESPN and beIN Sports. Learn more at globalpolo.com.

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    Press Release Contact: 

    Stacey Kovalsky – Senior Director, Global Communications

    Phone +001.561.790.8036 – Email: skovalsky@uspagl.com

    Kaela Drake – PR & Communications Coordinator

    Phone +001.561.461.8596 – Email: kdrake@uspagl.com

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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