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LACOSTE Returns As Official Apparel Sponsor of 2008 Family Circle Cup
For Immediate Release, February 2008 http://www.familycirclecup.com
The Family Circle Cup and LACOSTE are well renowned for their storied histories, rich traditions, and for showcasing the excitement and panache of professional tennis competition. LACOSTE, returning for the third consecutive year as the official apparel sponsor of the Family Circle Cup, is one of the world’s most well known brands with over 900 LACOSTE boutiques worldwide including a boutique in Charleston. To kick off this renewed partnership, the Family Circle Cup and LACOSTE present The Ultimate Fashion Getaway, an exciting contest offering a trip to the prestigious LACOSTE Spring/Summer 2009 Fashion Show in Bryant Park during New York Fashion Week in September. The Family Circle Cup’s 35th anniversary celebration is scheduled April 12-20, 2008 at the Family Circle Tennis Center in Charleston, South Carolina.
“The Family Circle Cup is proud to renew its partnership with LACOSTE, a legendary brand that has mirrored the style and prestige of professional tennis throughout the game’s history,” said Robin Reynolds, Family Circle Cup Tournament Director. “It’s obvious that our fans really like the look and fashion of this distinguished clothier as our staff and volunteers receive constant praise for our apparel choice throughout the tournament.”
The Family Circle Cup and LACOSTE invite their fans to enter The Ultimate Fashion Getaway contest where the winner will experience the excitement and glamour of New York Fashion Week first-hand! One lucky Grand Prize winner and a guest will receive two round trip tickets from Charleston to New York City, two nights stay in a Manhattan hotel and two tickets to the LACOSTE Spring/Summer 2009 Fashion Show to be held this September at the epicenter of New York Fashion Week; the tents at Bryant Park. Entries can be submitted by filling out entry cards at Charleston Fashion Week’s Emerging Local Designer (ELD) show to be held on Friday, March 28th, at Marion Square in downtown Charleston, as well as on-line at familycirclecup.com/FashionWeek. For complete rules, visit familycirclecup.com/FashionWeek.
“LACOSTE is a brand known for its rich heritage and fresh fashions, and it’s only natural to partner with the city of Charleston and The Family Circle Cup for such a special event. We are thrilled that we can be a part of making history as King Street comes alive with exciting tennis and fashion,” said Robert Siegel, Chairman of LACOSTE USA.”
LACOSTE will outfit the staff of the Family Circle Cup, as well as nearly 500 volunteers in the latest LACOSTE at the tournament’s 35th anniversary celebration. LACOSTE apparel will not be sold on the grounds of the event, however, fans who would like to acquire LACOSTE items can do so at Charleston’s only LACOSTE boutique located at 248 King Street in downtown Charleston.
The 2008 Family Circle Cup will be held April 12th - 20th at the Family Circle Tennis Center in Charleston, South Carolina. The Family Circle Tennis Center is a public facility owned by the City of Charleston and operated by Family Circle Magazine that hosts a variety of events including concerts, festivals, tennis events and other special activities throughout the year. With over 21 million readers, Family Circle is one of the most widely read monthly magazines in America and is one of 14 leading subscription magazines owned by Meredith Corporation. The Tennis Center features a 10,200 seat stadium, a Grand Lawn, 17 tennis courts lighted for night play, a racquet club featuring a full service Pro Shop, and locker room facilities. For more information on the Family Circle Cup or Tennis Center, call (843) 856-7900 or visit familycirclecup.com.
The Family Circle Cup and LACOSTE are well renowned for their storied histories, rich traditions, and for showcasing the excitement and panache of professional tennis competition. LACOSTE, returning for the third consecutive year as the official apparel sponsor of the Family Circle Cup, is one of the world’s most well known brands with over 900 LACOSTE boutiques worldwide including a boutique in Charleston. To kick off this renewed partnership, the Family Circle Cup and LACOSTE present The Ultimate Fashion Getaway, an exciting contest offering a trip to the prestigious LACOSTE Spring/Summer 2009 Fashion Show in Bryant Park during New York Fashion Week in September. The Family Circle Cup’s 35th anniversary celebration is scheduled April 12-20, 2008 at the Family Circle Tennis Center in Charleston, South Carolina.
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