White Stuff
This coverage examines White Stuff’s positioning and strategies within the UK retail market. The brand operates over 100 stores and concessions across the UK, offering a range of women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing, accessories, and homeware. White Stuff is known for its commitment to sustainable fabrics and community engagement. Recent strategic initiatives include expanding its presence in city centres, shopping malls, and retail parks, as well as increasing its footprint within Marks & Spencer stores. These efforts aim to enhance accessibility and strengthen brand visibility among UK consumers.
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Jul- 2025 -21 JulyPeople Moves
TFG London appoints new chief brand officer
TFG London, owner of Hobbs, Whistles, Phase Eight and White Stuff fashion brands, has appointed Julia Monro as chief brand officer, with immediate effect. Reporting to the CEO, Monro will work closely with brand and cross-functional teams to define and implement marketing strategies that give TFG London’s house of brands…
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16 JulyPeople Moves
TFG London appoints new chief product officer
TFG London, the owner of Hobbs, Whistles, Phase Eight and White Stuff, has announced the appointment of Sally Ambrose as its new chief product officer with immediate effect. Ambrose, who was previously product director at Hobbs for six years, will report to chief executive Justin Hampshire. She will oversee product…
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Mar- 2025 -12 MarchHigh Street
ProCook appoints new retail director
ProCook has announced the appointment of Joe Pennington as its new retail director. In the past Pennington has held key roles at renowned brands such as Ralph Lauren, Topshop/Topman, White Stuff, and most recently has spent the last eight years with Charles Tyrwhitt. In these previous roles he was said…
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Jan- 2025 -24 JanuaryClothing & Shoes
White Stuff sales soar by 20% over Christmas period
White Stuff has reported that sales soared by more than 20% over the Christmas period, with trading underpinned by strong knitwear demand and “record” new customer growth.In the 10 weeks to 4 January, total sales increased 21.8% year-on -year, bolstered by strong e-commerce sales which were up by 32.5%, while…
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Dec- 2024 -12 DecemberNews
Gloucester Quays completes 11 renewals in 2024
Gloucester Quays has announced 11 renewals as part of 20 leasing deals this year, forming over 44,000 sq ft of space. The deals bolster its position as a top 10 UK outlet and the destination of choice for brands to open, upsize, renew, and refit their stores. Amongst the 11…
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4 DecemberAdvice
Tradition meets innovation: Sam Walker’s vision for Walker & Ling
Sam Walker, owner and manager of Walker & Ling, stands at the helm of a business steeped in history yet firmly focused on the future. As the fifth-generation leader of this independent, family-run department store, Walker carries forward a legacy that dates back to 1892, all while navigating the rapidly…
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Oct- 2024 -24 OctoberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-24/10/24
Frasers Group is pressuring Boohoo to appoint its founder Mike Ashley as CEO, criticising the current leadership’s handling of the business. In an open letter, Frasers, which holds a 27% stake in Boohoo, described the company’s recent performance as “abysmal,” following a 15% revenue decline to £620m for the six…
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24 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Whistles owner in advanced talks to acquire White Stuff
The Foschini Group (TFG), which owns fashion retailers Whistles and Phase Eight, is reportedly in “advanced” talks to acquire high street clothing retailer White Stuff, according to Sky News. Once acquired, Foschini aims to invest in the future expansion of White Stuff, Sky reported. While it is understood that a…
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Aug- 2024 -7 AugustNews
Today’s news in brief-7/8/24
Chris Brook-Carter, CEO of Retail Trust, highlighted an increase in calls from retail workers fearing for their safety amidst recent rioting in England and Northern Ireland. Several retail stores, including Shoe Zone and Sainsbury’s Local, were targeted by rioters. The British Retail Consortium is responding with a meeting today to…
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7 AugustClothing & Shoes
White Stuff welcomes sales uptick in FY24
White Stuff has welcomed a strong year of trading, as sales rose by 2.4% to £155m in the year ended 27 April 2024, with EBITDA up by 23% to £8.6m. Its performance was boosted by full price sales, which were up by 6.8% against the prior year, driven by less promotional…
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