Kohl's department stores have announced the launch of an exclusive American Idol apparel collection, Authentic Idol.

Available in store and online from April, the collection is designed and produced by consumer goods company LF USA's MESH division, co-founded by Tommy Hilfiger, and will remain in stores through June to coincide with the show's 11th season. The news follows the recent announcement that Hilfiger has been enlisted as American Idol's image adviser.