Eurazeo Invests EUR285 Million in Desigual

Paris (ots/PRNewswire) -

Eurazeo announces its partnership with Desigual to accompany the
growth of the brand. Eurazeo will subscribe to a EUR285 million
capital increase and receive 10% of the share capital of the group
owned by its founder, Thomas Meyer. This agreement grants Eurazeo
governance and investment protection rights, reflecting the true
partnership forged between the parties.

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Created in Spain in 1984, Desigual designs and distributes
clothing and accessories for women, men and children. Its values,
strong creativity and unique positioning give it a true identity. Its
multi-channel sales strategy has enabled the brand to develop rapidly
over the last ten years.

The company is enjoying exceptional growth, with revenues
increasing tenfold since 2007 and compound annual growth of 29%
between 2009 and 2013. In 2013, revenues reached EUR828 million, up
18% on 2012. With an EBITDA margin of 29% in 2013, company
profitability is strong, bearing witness to its good operating
efficiency.

At the end of 2013, Desigual had 405 stores in 109 countries,
2,500 corners in department stores and over 11,000 multi-brand doors
around the world. Digital sales generated 10% of revenues.

Eurazeo will support Desigual's strategy which is to continue its
geographic expansion in Europe and consolidate its recent
international development, particularly in the United States, Latin
America and Japan. The roll-out of the brand will also include an
enriched offering with new product categories, such as accessories,
footwear and household goods.

The proceeds from the share capital increase will be used, amongst
other things, to sustain and accelerate the development of Desigual
and its retail network and build a state-of-the-art distribution hub.

Virginie Morgon, Deputy CEO of Eurazeo, announced: "Global brands
are a key investment sector for Eurazeo and Desigual is a top
performer; we are delighted that Thomas Meyer has chosen Eurazeo to
accompany the exceptional development of his company. As a partner,
we will support him and his management team in accelerating the
international expansion of Desigual and establishing it as a
world-class brand."

Manel Jadraque, CEO of Desigual, said: "Desigual is a positive
brand with unique products that are affordable and for everyone.
Eurazeo fully shares our vision and will be an ambitious and
constructive partner to accelerate the development of the company."

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Contact:
EURAZEO CONTACTS: Caroline Cohen, Investor Relations:
ccohen@eurazeo.com, Tel. +33 (0)1 44 15 16 76;
Sandra Cadiou, Corporate & Financial Communications,
scadiou@eurazeo.com, Tel. +33 (0)1 44 15 80 26;
PRESS CONTACTS: HAVAS WORLDWIDE PARIS, Hacina Habchi,
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