Ted Baker

AllSaints opens new store in Birmingham’s Bullring

AllSaints has announced the opening of its first store of 2025 in Birmingham’s Bullring, a shopping and dining destination located in the heart of the city.  The new store spans 3,207 sq ft, spread across two floors, and is located on the upper level of the Bullring, in a site…

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Outdoor brand Sealskinz opens first store in London

British outdoor and premium apparel brand Sealskinz has announced the opening of its first ever store on 1 Hinde Street, Marylebone Village, London.  After a competitive selection process, Sealskinz was selected as the occupant for The Howard de Walden Estate location, joining a number of premium brands.   The permanent addition…

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Today’s news in brief-20/11/24

Ted Baker has re-entered the online retail scene with a UK-exclusive ecommerce platform following its financial collapse earlier this year. The site is operated by United Apparel and Legwear (ULAC), appointed by Authentic Brands Group, which owns the brand. European versions are in development. This marks a strategic pivot after…

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Ted Baker relaunches UK website

Ted Baker has relaunched its ecommerce website under its new operator in the UK following its collapse earlier this year. The new website currently only ships exclusively to the UK but states that European versions are coming soon. It is the first move from United Apparel and Legwear (ULAC), the…

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Strathberry appoints new MD as it targets £100m revenue

Edinburgh-based luxury brand Strathberry has appointed Martin Byrne as managing director as the brand targets £100m revenue in a continued expansion.  Byrne, who brings a wealth of experience from leading roles in high-end consumer brands, will join the company in November, working closely with founders Guy and Leeanne Hundleby to…

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Today’s news in brief-28/8/24

Authentic Brands Group has partnered with United Legwear and Apparel Co (ULAC) to manage Ted Baker’s e-commerce operations in the UK and Europe. ULAC will handle online sales starting this fall, aiming to enhance the brand’s digital presence alongside its physical retail strategy. This move follows the closure of Ted…

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Ted Baker owner names operator for UK online business

The owner of Ted Baker has signed a deal with an American partner to manage the clothing brand’s e-commerce operations in the UK and Europe. Authentic Brands Group has struck a deal with United Legwear and Apparel Co (ULAC), with Ted Baker’s online operations set to relaunch in the UK this…

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Hobbycraft on brink of sale to retail investor

Hobbycraft is reportedly closing in on a sale to a specialist retail investor, Sky News has reported.  Modella Capital is said to be in advanced talks to buy the arts and crafts retailer from the private equity firm Bridgepoint. Sources told Sky that a deal could be signed “within days”.…

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Ted Baker to shutter remaining stores, 500 jobs at risk

The remaining 31 Ted Baker stores will permanently shutter this week, putting more than 500 jobs at risk. According to Sky News, the closures come as talks over a licensing partnership between Frasers Group and Ted Baker’s owner, Authentic Brands Group (ABG), stalled.  Ted Baker has already shuttered 15 stores across…

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Today’s news in brief-5/8/24

Authentic Brands Group has announced strategic partnerships to bolster Ted Baker’s presence in the US and Canada. United Legwear & Apparel Co. will oversee men’s sportswear, golf, and denim, managing wholesale operations and online platforms. Peerless Clothing will focus on tailored clothing, while BCI Brands will handle women’s sportswear and…

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