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Travis Kelce Launches AE x Tru Kolors Collection With American Eagle

American Eagle taps Kelce's creative direction to court Gen Z.

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Overview

  • The limited-edition line debuts today with more than 90 pieces priced from $14.95 to $179.95, with a second drop set for Sept. 24.
  • Kelce led the design process as creative director, shaping fabrics, color palette, silhouettes and graphics.
  • The “Live to Play” campaign features athletes Anna Frey, Azzi Fudd, Drew Allar, Jeremiah Smith, Kiyan Anthony and Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee.
  • American Eagle is backing the launch with a social blitz, out-of-home ads in and around Kansas City, a partnership with The Ringer and broader digital/CTV buys.
  • The partnership was in discussion since June 2024 and arrives a day after Kelce and Taylor Swift publicly announced their engagement, amplifying attention on the rollout.