Xcel Brands, Inc. (XELB)

[slazenger7]

2 PR's Today - Xcel Brands, Inc. Announces Paper Goods Licensing Deal with Huhtamaki, Inc.
Date : 03/14/2012 @ 5:08PM
Source : GlobeNewswire Inc.
Stock : Xcel Brands (XELB)
Quote : 1.21 0.0 (0.00%) @ 4:20PM

Xcel Brands, Inc. Announces Paper Goods Licensing Deal with Huhtamaki, Inc.

Today : Thursday 15 March 2012

Xcel Brands, Inc. (OTCQB:XELB) has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Huhtamaki, Inc. This agreement will give Huhtamaki the license to manufacture and distribute paper goods under the Isaac Mizrahi name and will be available at retail in Summer 2012.
Robert D'Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "I am very excited to be in business with Huhtamaki. This license is a great addition to our home entertaining collection."

Paul Huckins, Vice President of Retail, Huhtamaki, Inc. said, "We are very excited to partner with Xcel Brands and Isaac Mizrahi. We believe this partnership will create a unique and stylish entertainment option for today's consumer."

Xcel Brands, Inc. ("Xcel") engages in the acquisition, design, licensing, and marketing of consumer brands. Xcel is leading the Omni Channel sales strategy across three channels of distribution including interactive media, online and brick and mortar retailers. In 2011, Xcel acquired designer apparel brand Isaac Mizrahi New York. Xcel's management team consists of executives with significant experience in creating and growing businesses in the branded consumer products industry and has a proven track record for successfully completing multiple similar acquisitions. Xcel will seek to acquire brands that it can utilize in an Omni Channel sales strategy with a focus on identifying designers or celebrities with personalities that connect directly with consumers through social and other media. www.xcelbrands.com.

Isaac Mizrahi has been a leader in the fashion industry for almost 30 years. Since his first collection in 1987, Mr. Mizrahi's designs have come to stand for timeless, cosmopolitan style. He has been awarded four CFDA awards, including a special award in 1996 for the groundbreaking documentary "Unzipped." In December 2009, Mr. Mizrahi launched his exclusive lifestyle collection, ISAACMIZRAHILIVE! on QVC. In addition, television audiences have come to value Isaac's media presence through his roles on "Project Runway All Stars" for Lifetime, "The Fashion Show" for Bravo and his own series for both Oxygen and the Style Network. www.isaacmizrahiny.com

Huhtamaki North America is a leading manufacturer of consumer goods packaging as well as tableware, cups, folding cartons, containers, carriers, trays and serviceware for the foodservice industry and retail markets. Our product portfolio includes Chinet®, the leading brand of premium tableware. Huhtamaki North America employs approximately 3,500 people in 14 manufacturing units. The parent company, Huhtamäki Oyj, has its head office in Espoo, Finland and its shares are quoted on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd. Additional information is available at www.us.huhtamaki.com

CONTACT: Erika Stair
Vice President of Public Relations
Xcel Brands, Inc.
347-727-2476
[e-mail]

[slazenger7]

Xcel Brands, Inc. Announces Lifestyle Accessories Licensing Deal With Cosmoda Corporation
Today : Thursday 15 March 2012


Xcel Brands, Inc. (OTCQB:XELB) has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Cosmoda Corporation. This agreement will give Cosmoda the license to manufacture and distribute fashionable insulated lunch and tote bags, shopping totes, diaper bags, light travel bags and related accessories, as well as water bottles and hydration products. This category is set to launch in Spring 2013.
Robert D'Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "I am very excited to be in business with Cosmoda. This license is a great addition to our growing brand."

Andrew Menceles, President, Cosmoda Corporation says, "We are so pleased to be working together with Isaac Mizrahi and Bob D'Loren and his dedicated team at Xcel Brands to develop timeless, stylish and exciting new lifestyle accessories under the iconic Isaac Mizrahi label."

Xcel Brands, Inc. ("Xcel") engages in the acquisition, design, licensing, and marketing of consumer brands. Xcel is leading the Omni Channel sales strategy across three channels of distribution including interactive media, online and brick and mortar retailers. In 2011, Xcel acquired designer apparel brand Isaac Mizrahi New York. Xcel's management team consists of executives with significant experience in creating and growing businesses in the branded consumer products industry and has a proven track record for successfully completing multiple similar acquisitions. Xcel will seek to acquire brands that it can utilize in an Omni Channel sales strategy with a focus on identifying designers or celebrities with personalities that connect directly with consumers through social and other media. www.xcelbrands.com.

Isaac Mizrahi has been a leader in the fashion industry for almost 30 years. Since his first collection in 1987, Mr. Mizrahi's designs have come to stand for timeless, cosmopolitan style. He has been awarded four CFDA awards, including a special award in 1996 for the groundbreaking documentary "Unzipped." In December 2009, Mr. Mizrahi launched his exclusive lifestyle collection, ISAACMIZRAHILIVE! on QVC. In addition, television audiences have come to value Isaac's media presence through his roles on "Project Runway All Stars" for Lifetime, "The Fashion Show" for Bravo and his own series for both Oxygen and the Style Network. www.isaacmizrahiny.com

Cosmoda Corporation,based in Toronto and Hong Kong, has specialized in the design, manufacturing, marketing and distribution of trend-driven lifestyle accessories since 1975. Cosmoda's fashionable and uniquely designed products are distributed in the USA, Canada and internationally. www.cosmoda.com

CONTACT: Erika Stair
Vice President of Public Relations
Xcel Brands, Inc.
347-727-2476
[e-mail]

[BKMUC]

News out and another great deal. When will we see some real trading here?

[JV44]

hopefully soon yes....hopefully

[slazenger7]

Since last November, the company has been averaging at least four Press Releases or Sec Filings per month. So far there have been none for the month of March. If they keep that average up, we should be getting some more news or filings here soon.

[Itsallaboutthedeal]

250 shares traded at $1.21, then the bid moved up to $1.25. Go figure - I've had an open buy order in through E-Trade for 100 shares at $3 for the past two weeks and no fill.

[56Chevy]

Post split the 4 shell investor's average paid is $1.64 @ share. They now hold a combined 117,800 shares (+ or -).

Whoever bought today @ $1.21 beat the investors price...well done. Matching (or beating their price) is what needed to happen back when the investors first bought the shell to win at this.

[slazenger7]

Xcel Brands, Inc. Announces Denim Licensing Deal With Sunrise Brands

Xcel Brands, Inc. (OTCQB:XELB) has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Sunrise Brands, LLC. This agreement will give Sunrise Brands the license to manufacture and distribute a denim apparel collection under the Isaac Mizrahi Jeans brand.
Isaac Mizrahi Jeans is a denim apparel collection with a timeless aesthetic and modern sensibility, blending chic constructions and signature detailing with Isaac's distinctive play on color and print. Rooted in denim elegance, these are a balance of luxurious and casual looks for a modern lifestyle. The line will consist of an array of premium washed jeans, sophisticated shirtings, fitted denim jackets, modern casual dresses, statement trench coats, tailored denim suiting, soft and tactile knitwear, colorful peacoats, and garment-dyed denim separates.

Robert D'Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Xcel Brands, Inc., said, "I am very excited to partner with Sunrise Brands to launch our Fall 2012 denim apparel collection. This license is an integral addition to our growing brand."

Isaac Mizrahi, Creative Director, Xcel Brands, Inc., said, "Denim is the single most important thing in a modern woman's wardrobe. She wears her jeans more than any single other garment. It's my greatest joy to design this category and partner with Sunrise Brands."

Stephen Cox, President of Isaac Mizrahi Jeans, said, "We are elated to work with Xcel and Isaac in bringing their passion for denim and denim related apparel to the marketplace. We look forward to building this segment of the business to its fullest potential."

Xcel Brands, Inc. ("Xcel") engages in the acquisition, design, licensing, and marketing of consumer brands. In 2011, Xcel acquired designer apparel brand Isaac Mizrahi New York. Xcel's management team consists of executives with significant experience in creating and growing businesses in the branded consumer products industry and a proven track record for successfully completing multiple similar acquisitions. Xcel will seek to acquire brands that it can utilize in a multi-channel distribution strategy (bricks and mortar, internet retailers and interactive media) with a focus on identifying designers or celebrities with personalities that connect directly with consumers through social and other media. www.xcelbrands.com.

Isaac Mizrahi has been a leader in the fashion industry for almost 30 years. Since his first collection in 1987, Mr. Mizrahi's designs have come to stand for timeless, cosmopolitan style. He has been awarded four CFDA awards, including a special award in 1996 for the groundbreaking documentary "Unzipped." In December 2009, Mr. Mizrahi launched his lifestyle collection, ISAACMIZRAHILIVE! on QVC. In addition, television audiences have come to value Isaac's media presence through his roles on "Project Runway All Stars" for Lifetime, "The Fashion Show" for Bravo and his own series for both Oxygen and the Style Network. www.isaacmizrahiny.com

Sunrise Brands, LLC is a hybrid-strategy apparel conglomerate with offices in Los Angeles, New York and Hong Kong. Successfully coupling an established private label operation with a portfolio of branded business units, the company's product offering spans a full range of apparel and accessory categories. With unique insight into today's retail markets, Sunrise is an industry leader in brand development through strategic partnership. For more information, please visit www.sunrisebrands.com.

CONTACT: Erika Stair
Director of Public Relations
Xcel Brands, Inc.
347-727-2476
[e-mail]

[eet2]

This agreement makes #8, since R/M.

[BKMUC]

E-mail from Seth Burroughs:


-----Original Message-----
From: Seth Burroughs <[e-mail]>
To: boriskxxxxx <[e-mail]>
Sent: Tue, Feb 14, 2012 12:14 am
Subject: RE: Investor Inquiry

Boris,

I understand that there was some confusion with respect to the recent Confidential Treatment Order (CT Order) that was granted related to our agreement with QVC for the IsaacMizrahiLIVE line on QVC and wanted to provide some clarification in the hopes that you would pass this on. The CT Request was filed by Xcel Brands, Inc. at the request of QVC (and as a requirement under our agreement with QVC) in order to maintain the confidentiality of certain terms of the license agreement with QVC related to the IsaacMizrahiLIVE line that were deemed to be sensitive or confidential in nature. As such, it only applies to certain terms under the agreement with QVC that was filed as an exhibit to our September 29, 2011 8-K filing . The SEC granted confidentiality to the redacted terms under the agreement through October 1, 2015 pursuant to the CT Order dated February 9, 2012.

Hopefully this helps to clarify the filing; I hope you’re having a good February and we appreciate your continued support.

Kind regards,

Seth

Seth Burroughs, EVP
Xcel Brands, Inc.
[e-mail]
Confidentiality Notice: This electronic mail transmission, and any attachment to it, contains privileged and confidential information intended only for the personal and confidential use of recipient(s) designated above. If you are not the intended recipient of this communication, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, disclosure, copying, distribution or use of the contents of this information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify the sender and please destroy the original message and all copies.

[56Chevy]

No ties to Xcel Brands, Inc. only the QVC connection for those who watch ABC's Shark Tank

http://www.tvequals.com/2012/02/10/exclusive-interview-lori-greiner-the-latest-sharkette-on-shark-tank/

It might be interesting to see if Lori Greiner eventually does form a business relationship with Xcel in the future.

[Itsallaboutthedeal]

I'm thinking it must be positive - the SEC never lets a company keep bad news private!

[slazenger7]

We don't know what it means for us. Its a confidential filing.

[BKMUC]

What exactly does that mean for us?

[slazenger7]

XELB files - Confidential Treatment Order (CT ORDER)

http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1083220/999999999712000811/filename1.pdf

http://www.sec.gov/cgi-bin/browse-edgar?CIK=0001083220&action=getcompany


Investopedia explains 'Confidential Treatment Order - CTO'

Companies would typically seek a CTO in order to keep information that would otherwise put it at a disadvantage, a secret. For example, a company may apply for such an order to keep information regarding a pricing arrangement made with a partner, secret, since competitors finding out this information may go after the partner with a more competitive price.

Read more: http://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/confidential-treatment-order.asp#ixzz1lxm9NpCE

[56Chevy]

The bid and ask is still confusing. I have had an order in through eTrade for 100 shares at $3 for the past week - no fill, and not reflected anywhere in the bid and ask. I have a friend who placed an order for 1,000 shares at a $2 limit and same thing. No fill, no reflection in the bid anywhere. Any thoughts?

Hey itsallaboutthedeal- XELB is currently a very illiquid stock. Low or no daily volume is a result (and a cause)...therefore your broker may be having problems getting the best execution on your order. It only takes seconds for you to send in an order to your broker but that doesn't mean it only takes your broker a few seconds for your order to 'hit the street'.

You do have options for directing trades to a particular exchange, market maker, ECN, etc. You can call your broker and ask them to do that...if they do they may charge for that service. *Directing trades in no way guarantees a fill or partial fill.

Overall though I think the best thing to do is call your broker and explain exactly what you've experienced here...see what they say. Good luck.

[Tavycal]

They will and are on top of XELB

[Itsallaboutthedeal]

No AON, but there are limit prices on both orders (the last order I placed last month at market filled at $20!!). Thanks slaz.

[slazenger7]

Make sure there is no AON (all or none) tag on the order. If orders are places with a stipulation that they must be sold AON they will most likely not show in the bid or ask.

[Itsallaboutthedeal]

The bid and ask is still confusing. I have had an order in through eTrade for 100 shares at $3 for the past week - no fill, and not reflected anywhere in the bid and ask. I have a friend who placed an order for 1,000 shares at a $2 limit and same thing. No fill, no reflection in the bid anywhere. Any thoughts?

[slazenger7]

Xcel Brands, Inc. Announces Intimates Licensing Deal With International Intimates Inc.

Xcel Brands (QB) (USOTC:XELB)

Today : Saturday 21 January 2012

Xcel Brands, Inc. (OTCQB:XELB) has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with International Intimates Inc. This agreement will give International Intimates the license to develop, manufacture and distribute intimate apparel, sleepwear and shapewear for the Isaac Mizrahi New York brand. The collection will debut at retail in Spring 2013.
Robert D'Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "I am very excited to partner with International Intimates to launch our Spring 2013 intimate apparel collection. This license marks the beginning of an exciting collaboration."

Isaac Mizrahi, Creative Director, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "Clothes are nothing without underclothes. I take this category extremely seriously. The first step in a woman's wardrobe is her intimates, brassieres and sleepwear. She doesn't make a move without those pieces."

René Rofé, President & Chief Executive Officer of International Intimates, Inc., said, "We are very excited about our partnership with Isaac Mizrahi and his team at Xcel. I'm confident we will successfully interpret Isaac's looks into meaningful and solution-driven collections of intimate apparel, sleepwear & shapewear."

Xcel Brands, Inc.("Xcel") engages in the acquisition, design, licensing, and marketing of consumer brands. In 2011, Xcel acquired designer apparel brand Isaac Mizrahi New York. Xcel's management team consists of executives with significant experience in creating and growing businesses in the branded consumer products industry and a proven track record for successfully completing multiple similar acquisitions. Xcel will seek to acquire brands that it can utilize in a multi-channel distribution strategy (bricks and mortar, internet retailers and interactive media) with a focus on identifying designers or celebrities with personalities that connect directly with consumers through social and other media.

Isaac Mizrahi has been a leader in the fashion industry for almost 30 years. Since his first collection in 1987, Mr. Mizrahi's designs have come to stand for timeless, cosmopolitan style. He has been awarded four CFDA awards, including a special award in 1996 for the groundbreaking documentary "Unzipped." In December 2009, Mr. Mizrahi launched his lifestyle collection, ISAACMIZRAHILIVE! on QVC. In addition, television audiences have come to value Isaac's media presence through his roles on "Project Runway All Stars" for Lifetime, "The Fashion Show" for Bravo and his own series for both Oxygen and the Style Network.

International Intimates Inc. designs, sources, and markets a wide range of intimate apparel products including bras, panties, shapewear and sleepwear. The Company sells its products through multiple channels of distribution primarily under its René Rofé Lingerie, sophie b., and F.I.T. brands. In addition, the company manufactures products under private label for leading retailers throughout the U.S. as well as for national brands.

CONTACT: Erika Stair
Director of Public Relations
Xcel Brands, Inc.
347-727-2476
[e-mail]

More XELB Messages

http://ih.advfn.com/p.php?pid=nmona&article=50831028

[BKMUC]

Once again great news here!!!

[slazenger7]

One step at a time. Now we have five Market Makers listed on L2 - NITE, ETMM, AUTO, CANT, CDRG.

[BKMUC]

Yes but the bid of 1 USD is a joke. If ppl really wanna buy shares before this starts trading with all the deals, contracts and the low SS, they should raise their bids to at least 18 or 19 USD...this stock can be at 50-80USD in 3-4 months!!!

[slazenger7]

One good sign now is that NITE is no longer the only market maker showing on level 2. ETMM and CDRG are now on board as well as the occasional appearance of AUTO.

[BKMUC]

I only got this e-mail response from Seth Burroughs:


-----Original Message-----
From: Seth Burroughs <[e-mail]>
To: boriskauffer <[e-mail]>
Sent: Sat, Dec 31, 2011 6:57 pm
Subject: RE: Investor Inquiry

Boris,
Thank you for your e-mail. In terms of trading in XELB, the shares are freely tradable but there are still only a limited number of registered shares in the market. On October 28, 2011 we filed an S-1 (share registration filing) with the SEC to register approximately 2.9 million of the shares and warrants that were issued pursuant to our common stock offering, acquisition, and related transactions that closed on September 29, 2011. A copy of the S-1 is available on our Investor Relations site at http://ir.xcelbrands.com along with our other financial filings.
While we filed the S-1, it will not become effective until it is approved by the SEC. On December 15, 2011 we filed an 8K/A to address questions and comments we received from the SEC on the 8K related to the September 29, 2011 transactions. We are continuing to work with the SEC to address any remaining questions or comments they may have on the 8K/A as well as the October 28, 2011 S-1 filing with the goal to have the S-1 effective as soon as possible in order to increase the number of registered shares in XELB.
We've also been reviewing alternative markets (i.e. OTCBB, NASDAQ, etc) for our shares in order to get additional market makers in our stock, but based on a number of factors including regulatory and market requirements cannot commit to any change in our listing at this point.
In the interim, we have been focused on growing the business and expanding the Isaac Mizrahi brand in new categories and distribution channels. Press releases related to various licenses we have signed are available on our website (http://ir.xcelbrands.com/releases.cfm), Isaac will be a head judge on the upcoming Project Runway All-Stars which airs in January, and we continue to pursue additional growth opportunities for the business.
We understand your concerns over the liquidity in our shares and are actively reviewing alternatives to increase liquidity and trading in our common stock that we believe would be in the best interest of our shareholders. If you have any additional questions or comments, feel free to reach out to me; we sincerely appreciate your continued support, and I hope you have a happy and healthy New Year.
Sincerely,

Seth Burroughs
EVP, Treasury & Business Development
Xcel Brands, Inc.
475 Tenth Avenue, 4th Fl
New York, New York 10018
Direct......347-532-5894
Fax.........[phone]
www.xcelbrands.com
[e-mail]

[fsjwhwb]

Anything is possible :) Not to mention the small OS of 5,742,942 shares. Do you have any guess/info as to when this will start really trading?

[BKMUC]

Yes but that was just an example that on a big exchange sometimes the PPS can get in this 50-100€/USD range even if you think the company isn't worth it.

And what i read about XELB and with this super low SS why should it not trade at 50-80USD in 2-3 months?

[fsjwhwb]

But isn't this company based in New York City?

[slazenger7]

Amended 8K filing 1/12/2012 -

http://ih.advfn.com/p.php?pid=nmona&article=50726815

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[BKMUC]

Cause i saw german stocks that went public and started with a PPS of about 50€ and after 1-2 months they were at 120€. And this stocka had no real incomes, nothing...just some hyped companies!!!

Why not XELB????

[slazenger7]

Xcel Brands, Inc. Announces Newborn & Infant Apparel Licensing Deal With bon bebe

Xcel Brands (QB) (USOTC:XELB)
Intraday Stock Chart
Today : Thursday 12 January 2012

Xcel Brands, Inc. (OTCQB:XELB) has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with bon bébé. This agreement will give bon bébé the license to manufacture and distribute newborn, infant apparel and accessories for the Isaac Mizrahi New York brand. The collection with debut at retail on Fall 2012.
Robert D'Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "I am very excited to partner with bon bébé to launch our Fall 2012 newborn and infant collections. This license is a great addition to our growing brand."

Isaac Mizrahi, Creative Director, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "Designing children's clothing is a dream come true for me. My father owned a company of children's apparel and I grew up in that field. My design-heart has its roots in children's clothes and I am excited to partner with bon bébé."

René Rofé, President & CEO of International Intimates, Inc., bon bébé's parent company said, "We are excited to be joining forces with Xcel Brands to produce and market newborn and infant apparel and accessories under the Isaac Mizrahi New York brand. We are confident that Isaac's impeccable taste, blending elegance and whimsy, coupled with bon bébé's uncompromising attention to quality and detail will result in baby collections that mothers will love."

Xcel Brands, Inc. ("Xcel") engages in the acquisition, design, licensing, and marketing of consumer brands. In 2011, Xcel acquired designer apparel brand Isaac Mizrahi New York. Xcel's management team consists of executives with significant experience in creating and growing businesses in the branded consumer products industry and a proven track record for successfully completing multiple similar acquisitions. Xcel will seek to acquire brands that it can utilize in a multi-channel distribution strategy (bricks and mortar, internet retailers and interactive media) with a focus on identifying designers or celebrities with personalities that connect directly with consumers through social and other media.

Isaac Mizrahi has been a leader in the fashion industry for almost 30 years. Since his first collection in 1987, Mr. Mizrahi's designs have come to stand for timeless, cosmopolitan style. He has been awarded four CFDA awards, including a special award in 1996 for the groundbreaking documentary "Unzipped." In December 2009, Mr. Mizrahi launched his lifestyle collection, ISAACMIZRAHILIVE! on QVC. In addition, television audiences have come to value Isaac's media presence through his roles on "Project Runway All Stars" for Lifetime, "The Fashion Show" for Bravo and his own series for both Oxygen and the Style Network.

bon bébé is a leading designer, importer and wholesaler of baby clothes and accessories under the well-recognized brands, bon bébé, René Rofé Baby, and Wildchild. bon bébé provides trusted products that meet standards of discerning parents everywhere with a unique combination of quality, style and value. bon bébé's products are available in department stores, specialty stores, and gift shops nationwide.

CONTACT: Erika Stair
Director of Public Relations
Xcel Brands, Inc.
347-727-2476
[e-mail]

http://ih.advfn.com/p.php?pid=nmona&article=50723432

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[jtrader_2009]

Net income of $2,634,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2011

The Isaac Mizrahi Business had net income of $2,634,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2011 as compared to net income of $1,236,000 for the six months ended June 30

[fsjwhwb]

I agree, I like the amount of licensing deals being signed. Out of curiousity, how do you estimate such a high price for this stock?

[BKMUC]

So many good PR's within the last weeks!!! Why is the bid not at 10USD or close to the ask at 19USD? This stock can have a PPS of 60-100USD in a few months...wonder why nobody is trying to get shares???

[slazenger7]

Bid has moved up to $1.01.

[slazenger7]

We've got two new Market Makers added this morning. ETMM and CDRG. ETMM shows an ask of 122 and CDRG shows an ask of 161.54 Neither one shows a bid yet.

[BKMUC]

E-mail response from Seth Burroughs!!!


-----Original Message-----
From: Seth Burroughs <[e-mail]>
To: boriskauffer <[e-mail]>
Sent: Sat, Dec 31, 2011 6:57 pm
Subject: RE: Investor Inquiry

Boris,
Thank you for your e-mail. In terms of trading in XELB, the shares are freely tradable but there are still only a limited number of registered shares in the market. On October 28, 2011 we filed an S-1 (share registration filing) with the SEC to register approximately 2.9 million of the shares and warrants that were issued pursuant to our common stock offering, acquisition, and related transactions that closed on September 29, 2011. A copy of the S-1 is available on our Investor Relations site at http://ir.xcelbrands.com along with our other financial filings.
While we filed the S-1, it will not become effective until it is approved by the SEC. On December 15, 2011 we filed an 8K/A to address questions and comments we received from the SEC on the 8K related to the September 29, 2011 transactions. We are continuing to work with the SEC to address any remaining questions or comments they may have on the 8K/A as well as the October 28, 2011 S-1 filing with the goal to have the S-1 effective as soon as possible in order to increase the number of registered shares in XELB.
We've also been reviewing alternative markets (i.e. OTCBB, NASDAQ, etc) for our shares in order to get additional market makers in our stock, but based on a number of factors including regulatory and market requirements cannot commit to any change in our listing at this point.
In the interim, we have been focused on growing the business and expanding the Isaac Mizrahi brand in new categories and distribution channels. Press releases related to various licenses we have signed are available on our website (http://ir.xcelbrands.com/releases.cfm), Isaac will be a head judge on the upcoming Project Runway All-Stars which airs in January, and we continue to pursue additional growth opportunities for the business.
We understand your concerns over the liquidity in our shares and are actively reviewing alternatives to increase liquidity and trading in our common stock that we believe would be in the best interest of our shareholders. If you have any additional questions or comments, feel free to reach out to me; we sincerely appreciate your continued support, and I hope you have a happy and healthy New Year.
Sincerely,

Seth Burroughs
EVP, Treasury & Business Development
Xcel Brands, Inc.
475 Tenth Avenue, 4th Fl
New York, New York 10018
Direct......347-532-5894
Fax.........[phone]
www.xcelbrands.com
[e-mail]

[BKMUC]

Happy New Year XELB. See ya in 2012!!!

[BKMUC]

I really wonder how much longer it will take untill we see some real trading here, again! Don't like it that my money is stuck in here since many months!!!

[slazenger7]

Check out filings -

http://ih.advfn.com/p.php?pid=nmona&article=50441866

http://ih.advfn.com/p.php?pid=news&symbol=NO%5EXELB

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[RodDobson]

What is the SS of XELB ?

[PhilCheeze]

BK, I am interested in this one. Can you give me a pm with strong DD you have collected here in Xcel Brands?

[slazenger7]

The trade also showed on Level 2 that day, as well as on Investor Hub's XELB trade history (historical trades for XELB).

http://ih.advfn.com/p.php?pid=historical&symbol=XELB

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[carp1]

On the google page, put your cursor on the end of the blue line and it will show you 138 shares were traded on 12/15/11....

[BKMUC]

But where do you see a trade?

[carp1]

It showed up on Goggle Finance... http://www.google.com/finance?q=PINK:XELB#

[slazenger7]

Also an 8K/A filed yesterday.

[slazenger7]

Xcel Brands, Inc. Announces Men's Furnishing Licensing Deal With Burma Bibas

Date : 12/16/2011 @ 10:07AM
Source : GlobeNewswire Inc.
Stock : Xcel Brands (XELB)
Quote : 0.71 0.0 (0.00%) @ 8:30AM

Xcel Brands, Inc. Announces Men's Furnishing Licensing Deal With Burma Bibas

Xcel Brands (QB) (USOTC:XELB)

Today : Friday 16 December 2011

Xcel Brands, Inc. (OTCQB:XELB) has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Burma Bibas. This agreement will give Burma Bibas the license to manufacture and distribute dress shirts and neckwear for the Isaac Mizrahi New York brand.
Robert D'Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "I am very excited to be in business with Burma Bibas to launch our Fall 2012 dress shirt and neckwear collections. This license marks the launch of our men's business."

Isaac Mizrahi, Creative Director, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "I am delighted to be designing men's furnishings. I feel it's the right time and opportunity to get into the men's business, which I'm so passionate about. It's a great new partnership."

Arthur Klaus, CMO, said," All of us at Burma Bibas are very excited to be associated with Xcel and the Isaac Mizrahi brand. Isaac is such a talent and his credentials speak volumes. His unique presence will allow us to reach consumers of all genres, which in today's marketplace are very important."

Xcel Brands, Inc.("Xcel") engages in the acquisition, design, licensing, and marketing of consumer brands. In 2011, Xcel acquired designer apparel brand Isaac Mizrahi New York. Xcel's management team consists of executives with significant experience in creating and growing businesses in the branded consumer products industry and a proven track record for successfully completing multiple similar acquisitions. Xcel will seek to acquire brands that it can utilize in a multi-channel distribution strategy (bricks and mortar, internet retailers and interactive media) with a focus on identifying designers or celebrities with personalities that connect directly with consumers through social and other media.

Isaac Mizrahi has been a leader in the fashion industry for almost 30 years. Since his first collection in 1987, Mr. Mizrahi's designs have come to stand for timeless, cosmopolitan style. He has been awarded four CFDA awards, including a special award in 1996 for the groundbreaking documentary "Unzipped." In December 2009, Mr. Mizrahi launched his lifestyle collection, ISAACMIZRAHILIVE! on QVC. In addition, television audiences have come to value Isaac's media presence through his roles on "Project Runway All Stars" for Lifetime, "The Fashion Show" for Bravo and his own series for both Oxygen and the Style Network.

Founded in 1926 by Samuel Klaus, Burma Bibas is one of America's oldest family operated menswear companies. Manufacturing men's dress shirts, neckwear and sportswear, Burma has a large array of labels and distribution and covers all channels. Still hand painting its own artwork in house, it is said that the company has one of the largest men's archive collections of original artwork and designs dating back to the 1920's.

CONTACT: Erika Stair
Director of Public Relations
Xcel Brands, Inc.
347-727-2476
[e-mail]

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