Arezzo announces exclusive collab with Diego Dolcini

Arezzo, a leading brand in the Brazilian footwear and accessories market, has announced the launch of an exclusive collection in collaboration with Italian designer Diego Dolcini — a renowned name for his creative work at fashion houses such as Gucci and Balmain. The combination of the luxury of Italian footwear and the contemporary DNA of the Brazilian brand has resulted in pieces that exalt artisanal sophistication, with striking details such as hand-covered maxi buckles, wide straps and the use of fine leather in classic and metallic tones.

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The collaboration, which also includes two models of bags (tote and shoulder bag), expresses the strength of the dialogue between established brands and designers with a strong aesthetic signature. But beyond the creative and commercial impact, partnerships like this involve robust contractual negotiations, which need to be conducted with legal caution from the outset. Collaboration contracts: legal certainty and clarity between the parties.

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When entering into a collaboration between a brand and a designer, it is not just about creating a product — but also about legally defining how this creation will be shared. Some points are essential for contracts of this type:

Clear definition of roles and responsibilities: who will be responsible for creation, development, production and marketing?

Management of intellectual property: the rights to the design, collection name, packaging and visual campaigns must be defined in advance.

Use of the collaborator's image and name: for how long and in what way can the brand use the designer's name and image associated with the product?

Remuneration and royalties: will a fixed amount be paid? Will there be profit sharing? The contract must specify the form of remuneration.

Terms and exclusivity: is the partnership one-off or ongoing? Are there clauses for territorial or segment exclusivity?

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These are just a few examples. Each collab has its own particularities, and that is precisely why having legal advice specialized in fashion makes all the difference. It ensures that the terms are aligned with the interests of both parties, avoiding future conflicts and ensuring that the partnership is a success on all fronts — creative, commercial and legal.

If you’re a designer or brand thinking about starting a collaboration, seek legal advice from the very beginning. The success of a collection starts on the drawing board — but it’s really cemented in the contract.