MORRIS PLAINS, N.J.—Charmant Group and premium sports brand Head have announced an exclusive global licensing agreement for the creation and distribution of optical frames and sunglasses. Beginning January 2025, Charmant will exclusively take on the design, development and distribution of Head optical frames and sunglasses, with the first products from this collaboration launching in autumn 2025. Head is an international sport technology brand known for its winter, racquet and swimming equipment; the brand also partners with high performance alpine sports and tennis athletes.

Koji Horikawa, president and CEO, Charmant, said, “We are excited about our new partnership with Head—a remarkable global entity that shares our core values: passion for innovation, craftmanship and high-quality. The collection of Head, as a prestigious and iconic sports brand, complements our portfolio and is a winning enhancement of our eyewear product range.”

Michael Huber, vice president of licensing at Head, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Charmant, a company that stands for exceptional craftsmanship and innovation in the eyewear industry. We share the same philosophy and high standards when it comes to design, functionality, innovation and performance. Throughout our discussions, we have come to appreciate each other, especially through our shared passion for sports. This collaboration brings together the best of both worlds. We are confident that this new range of Head eyewear will meet the high expectations of athletes and fashion-conscious consumers alike. We look forward to seeing the collection come to life and expanding its reach globally.”