HUGO BOSS
The two-year contract is in addition to an existing partnership the ECB has with BOSS Fragrances and Skincare (the Official Fragrance and Skincare partner of the England Cricket Team and ECB) which has now been extended until September 2009.
As the Official Formal Wear Supplier, HUGO BOSS Clothing will design and manufacture suits for the England Cricket Team and Management.
This will be worn with a pale blue fine cotton shirt, navy silk tie with fine silver stripe and chocolate brown leather shoes and belt.
For more casual occasions, a white cotton pique polo shirt will be worn with navy virgin wool trousers. For those occasions when a blazer is required, a navy fine-wool blazer with gold buttons and embroidered with the England Team logo has been selected, to ensure the players always look relaxed yet sophisticated.
Michael Vaughan, England’s Test captain, said: “"We couldn't ask for better than being kitted out by HUGO BOSS. The suits feel fantastic and the complete look gives the team an identity of its own and we will definitely not go by unnoticed!"
Alastair Cook, England's opening batsman was also delighted to be wearing HUGO BOSS: "The total look BOSS has given us is unbelievable. The suits look smart and are very comfortable to wear."
BOSS Fragrances and Skincare will continue to provide the England Cricket Team with their range of classic, energetic scents and essential skincare products designed to protect and perform. The teams top products from the Boss Skin range include the Boss Skin Revitalising Moisture Cream with SPF 15, the Boss Skin Refreshing Face Wash, and selection of stylish fragrances including the classic, sensual-woody Boss by Hugo Boss and iconic citrus-fresh Boss in Motion.
Kevin Pietersen, England batsman, is a big fan of the Boss range of products: “I love the Boss range of grooming products and use Boss Skin refreshing face wash on a daily basis.
"When I’m playing cricket I apply Boss Skin Revitalizing moisturizer with SPF 15 to help protect against sun damage. At night I use the Boss Skin Moisture Gel.”
ECB’s Commercial Director, John Perera said: “The ECB is constantly striving to establish relationships with organizations that can provide the England Cricket Team with the finest range of products across all categories.
"As such we’re obviously delighted to be able to strengthen our relationship with such iconic brands as HUGO BOSS Clothing and Boss Fragrances and believe this is further evidence of the positive image cricket has within the UK and its ability to be able to deliver on behalf of our partners.”
Hans Schmitt, Managing Director HUGO BOSS UK Ltd, said: "It is very exciting for us to be able to bring a fresh look to the team especially at a time when there are so many developments in the world of cricket.
"The England Cricket Team is made up of highly professional players, great personalities and young, brilliant sportsmen, all qualities we look for and admire in the arena of sport sponsorship.”
Chris Chinaloy, Boss Fragrances and Skincare, commented: “We’re delighted to continue our successful partnership with the England Cricket Team following a year of exciting activity and opportunities. The player’s mix of talent, personality and style reflects the ethos of Boss fragrances and skincare and we hope the collaboration continues to thrive and build on our past successes.”
