September was dominated by style month, nevertheless it wasn’t simply the runways maintaining UK retail in focus.
Topshop revealed plans to hitch John Lewis with an unique retail partnership, marking one other milestone in its excessive-profile comeback. Across the pond, SKIMS lastly confirmed the launch date of its hotly anticipated collaboration with Nike, setting social media alight. Back residence, Influencer Perrie Sian and In The Style Founder launched Reasn. Meanwhile, Claire’s UK continued to draw bids for components of its UK enterprise, it was lastly saved by Modella Capital.
As the trade leans into the busiest stretch of the 12 months, TheIndustry.style displays on one other headline-grabbing month in British retail and past, from openings to huge-identify appointments and London Fashion Week highlights
New openings
Mango introduced its ‘New Med’ retail idea to Cardiff
Mango opened a brand new 5,300 sq ft ‘New Med’ idea retailer at St David’s Dewi Sant Shopping Centre in Cardiff, marking its second location in Wales.
The new retailer is showcasing Mango’s newest womenswear assortment of “timeless and versatile” staples in addition to extra up to date items, together with footwear and equipment.
Arket heads for King’s Road opening – marking fourth retailer in London
Swedish style model Arket, a part of the H&M Group, opened a brand new 5,608 sq ft retailer at 196-222 King’s Road within the redeveloped Gaumont Theatre constructing in Chelsea. It is Arket’s fourth retail location in London, having beforehand opened shops at 224 Regent Street, 27-29 Long Acre in Covent Garden and a store-in-store in Selfridges at 400 Oxford Street.
TALA stretched retail attain to Westfield London for second retailer
Digitally-native British activewear model TALA is about to open a brand new UK retailer at Westfield London (White City) this autumn, sizzling on the heels of opening its first-ever retailer on London’s Carnaby Street in May. The new 1,900 sq ft single-stage retailer marks one other main milestone in TALA’s transformation from a “leading e-commerce disruptor into a global omnichannel brand”.
Odd Muse to open 5-storey townhouse inside New Bond Street’s luxurious hub
Odd Muse, the womenswear label recognized for its quiet-luxurious aesthetic, is about to open its second London retailer – a 5-storey townhouse on the distinguished New Bond Street. Opening on 4 October, the Odd Muse Townhouse is described by the model as its “most elevated retail experience to date”, marking a milestone second simply 5 years after its launch.
Arne introduced its promote-out drops to debut retailer at Liverpool ONE
Digital-native model Arne opened its first everlasting bricks-and-mortar retailer at Liverpool ONEmarking a significant milestone for the up to date clothes and footwear label. The 6,750 sq ft flagship on Peter’s Lane carries Arne’s pared-again menswear and womenswear collections, together with footwear, all set in opposition to the model’s minimalist aesthetic of metal, mirrors and marble.
In Pictures: Pockets unveils new ‘Townhouse’ flagship idea in Bath
Pockets, the impartial menswear and womenswear boutique recognized for its curated number of worldwide designer manufacturers, launched a brand new retailer idea in Bath on 10 September. The flagship house marks the Midlands-based model’s first enlargement into the South, and the one location to introduce a womenswear assortment from launch.
Big identify appointments
Kering Confirmed Francesca Bellettini As New Gucci CEO
Kering introduced the appointment of Francesca Bellettini as the brand new President and CEO of Guccichanging Stefano Cantino, who steps down after lower than a 12 months within the function. As a part of this management change, Bellettini’s present function as Kering’s Deputy CEO will probably be eradicated. She will report on to Luca de Meo, the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of Kering.
ASOS created new EVP Customer & Commercial function to drive progress
ASOS appointed Ben Blake as its new Executive Vice President, Customer & Commercial. This is a newly created function that consolidates the retailer’s buyer and industrial capabilities into one staff.
The transfer was designed to sharpen ASOS’s deal with delivering a seamless and partaking buyer journey whereas aligning industrial efficiency with its technique for sustainable, worthwhile progress.
Stella McCartney appointed ex-Ralph Lauren exec as CEO to drive ‘subsequent chapter’
Stella McCartney appointed Tom Mendenhall as its new Chief Executive Officerushering in a brand new period for the British luxurious home. He took over from Amandine Ohayon, who stepped down after practically two years within the function. Mendenhall is a seasoned trade determine with a CV that spans Ralph Lauren, Tom Ford and Gucci.
H&M appointed new MD for UK & Ireland who began on store ground
H&M introduced the appointment of Karen O’Rourke as its new Managing Director for H&M within the UK & Ireland, succeeding Henrik Nordvall. With over 25 years of expertise at H&M, O’Rourke brings a wealth of retail experience and management to her new function, having begun her profession at H&M on the store ground.
Marks & Spencer named former ASOS MD as Transformation Director
Marks & Spencer confirmed the appointment of Jag Weatherley as its new Transformation Director for Fashion, Home & Beauty. She will be a part of the enterprise in January. The appointment alerts the British retailer’s continued deal with accelerating its transformation technique. Weatherley brings vital expertise in retail transformation, having held a variety of senior management roles at ASOS.
Casablanca appointed former Adidas exec as Chief Marketing Officer
Luxury style model Casablanca Paris appointed Priya de Souza as Chief Marketing Officer, reporting to CEO Frederick Lukoff. Working carefully with Casablanca founder and Creative Director, Charaf Tajer, and the communications staff, in her new function de Souza will “shape, design, lead and deliver a world-class communications and marketing strategy for the brand”.
French Connection named former LK Bennett digital boss as Head of E-commerce
French Connection appointed Amy Booth as its new Head of E-commercebecause the British model continues to reestablish itself as a key participant in excessive road style. Booth joined the model from LK Bennett, the place she most lately served as Head of Digital. Prior to that, she held the function of E-commerce Manager for 4 years.
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