Steve Madden Acquires GREATS

Steve Madden Acquires Kurt Geiger from Cinven

February 13, 2025

Retail

Steve Madden (Steven Madden, Ltd.) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based footwear and accessories brand Kurt Geiger from private equity firm Cinven for an enterprise value of approximately £289 million in cash. The deal, subject to regulatory approvals, expands Steve Madden's international footprint and accessories and direct-to-consumer capabilities while building on Kurt Geiger's omni-channel growth and strengthened e-commerce position.

Steve Madden Acquires Almost Famous

October 23, 2023

Consumer Products

Steven Madden, Ltd. (Steve Madden) completed the acquisition of privately held Almost Famous, a designer and marketer of women's apparel, for $52 million in cash plus an earn-out. Almost Famous reported approximately $163 million of revenue for the 12 months ended September 30, 2023 and sells through wholesale channels (mass merchants, department stores, off-price retailers and chain stores) in the United States.

3G Capital Acquires Skechers U.S.A., Inc.

September 12, 2025

Consumer Products

Global investment firm 3G Capital has completed its previously announced acquisition of Skechers U.S.A., Inc., taking the footwear and apparel company private and resulting in Skechers’ delisting from the NYSE. Skechers will remain led by CEO Robert Greenberg and President Michael Greenberg as 3G pursues long‑term value creation and operational initiatives for the brand.

American Exchange Group Acquires Luxury Footwear Brand Aerosoles

January 19, 2022

Consumer Products

American Exchange Group has finalized an agreement to acquire the assets of luxury comfort footwear brand Aerosoles. The buyer plans to operate Aerosoles as a separate division, expand its distribution channels, introduce the brand into new categories, and leverage existing retail relationships (Nordstrom, Macy's, DSW, Zappos, Belk and aerosoles.com) to drive growth.

Authentic Brands Group Takes GUESS? Private

January 23, 2026

Retail

Authentic Brands Group has completed a transaction to take GUESS? private, acquiring 51% of substantially all GUESS? intellectual property while existing GUESS? shareholders (the Marciano family and others) retain 49% of the IP. Current GUESS? management will own and operate the operating company and continue to run the business, with the deal intended to accelerate brand growth, category and geographic expansion through Authentic's platform.

Marquee Brands Acquires Stance

November 19, 2025

Consumer Products

Marquee Brands has acquired Stance, the San Clemente-based lifestyle and performance sock brand. The deal brings Stance into Marquee's global portfolio (backed by Neuberger Berman) and pairs the brand with United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC) as its global licensee for most territories to drive product, retail and e-commerce expansion.