SYDNEY: Enduring womenswear brands Studibaker and Smith & Miles have been sold. The brands, founded by designer Janelle Miles and husband David, have been picked up for an undisclosed sum by Alexandria-headquartered fashion house New Twist. The deal, brokered by Stenton Capital and effective from December 1, includes the brands, all intellectual property, winter season orders and all stock.
The brand will sit alongside New Twist's other labels which include China Doll, DP Jeans, Mint, Vallen and Parisian Princess.
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