Interparfums (NASDAQ:IPAR) (NASDAQ: IPAR) develops, manufactures and distributes prestige fragrances and related beauty products. The company operates primarily through licensing agreements with fashion, luxury and lifestyle brands, creating perfumes, colognes, body products and other fragrance-related offerings for men and women.
Its portfolio has included internationally recognized names such as Montblanc, Jimmy Choo, Coach, Kate Spade New York, Rochas, Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, Oscar de la Renta and Karl Lagerfeld, although brand relationships and licensing arrangements may change over time. Interparfums markets its products through department stores, specialty retailers, duty-free outlets, e-commerce channels and other distributors.
Founded in 1982, the company serves markets across North America, Europe, Asia and other international regions. Interparfums conducts much of its European business through its Paris-based subsidiary, Interparfums SA. The company was co-founded by Jean Madar and Philippe Benacin, who have played leading roles in its management and continue to be associated with its executive leadership.
