Woolrich, Inc. Names Soft Goods Brand Partners Fallani and Cohn and Southern Textiles Joins Home Furnishings Launch

Furniture World Magazine

Woolrich, Inc. has licensed table linen manufacturer Fallani and Cohn and bed linen producer Southern Textiles to create distinctive collections of soft goods for the new Woolrich Home Furnishings Division. Woolrich, which has been producing apparel and other products for outdoor enthusiasts since 1830, is collaborating with a number of established home furnishings companies to produce a licensed line of case goods, upholstery, lighting, rugs, decorative accessories, table linens, top-of-bed linens, and other products for the home. Woolrich Home will debut at the October International Home Furnishings Market. “We are delighted to add these two strong companies to the Woolrich Home Brand Partners,” says Dennis Marxen, Woolrich vice president of international and home licensing. “Both Fallani and Cohn and Southern Textiles are leaders in the soft goods industry. They are known for their unsurpassed style, quality and service.” Fallani and Cohn, established in 1924, is a leading manufacturer of table linens, including chair pads, napkin rings, napkins, placemats, runners, scarves, doilies, tablecloths, table rounds and kitchen textiles. The new Woolrich collection by Fallani and Cohn will include complete tabletop ensembles and kitchen textiles. “We’re very excited to be part of the Woolrich family,” says Ana Werbel, national sales manager for Fallani and Cohn. “This is a wonderful time for our company to be developing product for the Woolrich brand. With its rich tradition of history and success, Woolrich Home is destined to do well.” Southern Textiles, a major manufacturer of bed linens since 1977, will produce top-of-bed ensembles for the new Woolrich Home Furnishings division. With more than 500 designs in its line, Southern Textiles is known for its vast array of specialty fabrics and designs, as well as its topnotch service. “Southern Textiles is proud to become a Woolrich Brand Partner, and will be designing, manufacturing and marketing a timeless collection of affordable top-of-bed linens that capture the true spirit of the brand,” says Bob O’Neill, Southern Textiles managing director. “It is an honor for our company to be associated with Woolrich and its unparalleled heritage.” Fallani and Cohn and Southern Textiles are among several Brand Partners collaborating with the new Woolrich Home Furnishings Division. Other licensees include Lexington Home Brands for case goods and upholstery, and Shady Lady for lighting and decorative accessories. Woolrich will announce additional licensees in the months ahead. About Woolrich, Inc. The Original Outdoor Clothing Company‘ since 1830, WOOLRICH“ is the authentic American brand that celebrates the outdoors with rugged, functional products for outdoor enthusiasts. As the nation’s oldest continuously operating apparel marketer and manufacturer, Woolrich’s history and experience are unparalleled. The company’s branded products, marketed domestically and internationally, include men’s and women’s sportswear and outerwear, woolen fabrics (including apparel, home furnishings, contract upholstery and wall paneling fabrics), blankets, footwear, headwear, hosiery, gloves, belts, bags, and packs, small leather goods, eyewear and accessories. The company is headquartered in Woolrich, Pennsylvania. For more information on Woolrich, visit www.woolrich.com. About Fallani and Cohn Established in 1924, Fallani and Cohn is a leading manufacturer of table linens including chairpads, napkin rings, napkins, placemats, runners, scarves, doilies, table clothes, table rounds and kitchen textiles. The company produces several well-known consumer brands, including Woolrich Inc., Audrey Linens, Outta Hand, Royal Doulton and Waverly. The company is based in Tappan, New York. About Southern Textiles Southern Textiles, founded in 1977, produces a distinctive line of bedroom linens and accessories, including deep pocket sheet sets, luxury bed pillows, window treatments and accessories. With more than 500 ensembles and custom touches such as beadwork detailing, brushed fringe and button closures, Southern Textiles offers linens to complement any bedroom décor. Southern Textiles currently sells to more than 2,000 furniture stores and sleep shops across the country, including 73 of the Top 100 furniture retailers. The company is based in Forsyth, Georgia.