Simpson Thacher is representing Lion Capital LLP in its acquisition of a majority ownership interest of John Varvatos Enterprises, Inc. from VF Sportswear, Inc., a subsidiary of VF Corporation, and John Varvatos. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2012.
As noted in the press release announcing the transaction, John Varvatos Enterprises “represents an entire men’s lifestyle collection that includes footwear, bags, belts, eyewear, limited edition watches and men’s fragrances, as well as the younger, edgier John Varvatos Star U.S.A. Collection® and Converse by John Varvatos®.”
The Simpson Thacher team includes: Andrew Smith, Shalini Aggarwal, Jim Cross and Karen Wang (M&A); Sean Austin and Devin Heckman (Tax); David Rubinsky, Jamin Koslowe and Samantha Shipp (Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits); Lori Lesser and Genevieve Dorment (Intellectual Property); Brian Steinhardt and Colette Pollitt (Financing); Krista McManus (Real Estate) and Tim Mulvihill (Environmental).