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FatFace relies upon Next to revive revenue growth

For the 35 weeks to January 27, UK-based clothing brand FatFace reported a stable period despite external economic headwinds with revenue declining to 180.4 million pounds. In October 2023, Next acquired a 97 percent controlling stake in FatFace resulting in the company filing statements for 35 weeks to align with Next’s reporting period. For...

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FatFace acquired by Next in 115.2 million pound deal

British lifestyle brand FatFace has been snapped up by Next in a 115.2 million pound deal that will see the duo build on their long-standing relationship. In its own release, FatFace said the deal marked an important milestone amid the significant strategic and operational progress it has achieved over recent years. It added that through the...

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Fatface enjoys ‘stellar’ year as sales, profits rise

The chief executive of FatFace has hailed a “stellar” year with the British lifestyle brand experiencing robust increases in both revenue and profit as its North America market continued to grow. The Hampshire-based company posted sales of 282 million pounds in the 12 months ended May 27, an increase of 15 percent from the prior year as it saw...

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N Brown adds Ted Baker, FatFace to SS24 third-party brand offering

British group N Brown, which owns retailers Simply Be, JD Williams, and Jacamo, has expanded its range of third-party brands for the Spring-Summer 2024 season. The online fashion and homeware group is introducing British lifestyle brand FatFace to its Jacamo and JD Williams platforms from September to bolster their offerings. From the Autumn,...

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FatFace enters Canada with 3 store openings, 6 more planned in 2023

British lifestyle brand FatFace has announced its entry into the Canada market with the opening of three physical locations and the launch of online shipping to the country. The Hampshire-based brand opened stores in the cities of Barrie and Niagara-on-the-Lake last month, and said trading has been “positive and ahead of plans” at the locations....

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FatFace receives B Corp certification

British lifestyle brand FatFace has been certified a B Corp company. With 1,100 companies certified in the UK, FatFace is the biggest retailer by turnover to become certified. Becoming a B Corp business means brands have to meet high standards of verified performance, accountability, and transparency on factors from employee benefits and...

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FatFace reports all round positive Christmas sales period

British retailer FatFace reported a strong trading performance for the Christmas period, seeing its sales and profits grow throughout the peak shopping season. The brand said sales were up 34 percent in comparison to last year, with digital sales growing 26 percent, driven by new customers and an increase in average order size, like-for-like...

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FatFace introduces product personalisation service

FatFace has announced the launch of a new product personalisation service as it looks to expand its product range and “capitalise on its growing customer base”. The offer, which is powered by My First Years, will be available for customers on the brand’s website from this week, with additional styles to be added to the assortment in the lead up...

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FatFace to launch live shopping channel via website

As the holiday season approaches, FatFace is preparing to unveil a live shopping channel on its website as part of its efforts to expand on its digital-first focus. Launching November 3, the initiative will put an emphasis on the British brand’s peak products, with episodes to also include styling tips, gift wrapping ideas and advice on updating...

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FatFace set to make first move into Canada

As part of its ongoing growth strategy, FatFace has revealed plans to enter the Canadian market, with its first store in the region set to open in Ontario. The announcement is linked to the brand’s growing presence in North America, in which it currently operates 24 stores in the US across nine states. Its Canadian store opening is currently...

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FatFace creates new COO position, appoints Mark Wright

British lifestyle brand FatFace has announced that it has promoted Mark Wright to its newly established position of chief operating officer, effective immediately. Wright, who was previously the retailer’s global operations director, initially took on the responsibility of all stores and people when he joined the company back in 2019. His role...

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FatFace reports H1, Christmas sales above pre-pandemic levels

FatFace has reported an increase in sales in both the first half of the year and over the important Christmas trading period to above pre-pandemic levels. In the six months to November 27, the British brand saw its sales increase to 125 million pounds - 4 percent higher than the same period in 2019, and 58 percent higher than 2020. The company...