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Crew Clothing continues retail expansion, confirms new Kent store

Crew Clothing is continuing its retail expansion, this time with a new store due to open at Bluewater, a shopping centre in Kent. Scheduled to open February 26, the 1,050 square foot space intends to reflect Crew’s signature identity, evident in a “relaxed coastal spirit” that mirrors the brand’s windsurfing roots. The site builds on the British...

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What to expect in UK fashion retail in 2026: Store closures, expansions, and new entries

The UK retail market navigated a turbulent 2025. This dynamic year saw some brands abandon their brick-and-mortar presence, while others embraced new opportunities. The shifting landscape is set to continue into the new year, with a wave of store closures, expansions, and fresh market entries expected to shake things up. Here is a breakdown of...

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Crew Clothing plans 20 new stores following ‘exceptional’ peak trading period

British retailer Crew Clothing has announced plans to open at least 20 new stores in 2025 on the back of “exceptional growth” during last year’s Christmas trading period. For the weeks 51 to 52 of 2024, Crew posted an increase of 45 percent in total business sales compared to the year prior, a “testament to the strength of the brand’s...

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Pringle of Scotland quietly snapped up by Crew Clothing owner

Menoshi Shina, the owner of Crew Clothing and Moss Bros, has quietly acquired a majority holding of Pringle of Scotland, according to a Companies House filing. While Shina was shown to have snapped up 75 percent of the heritage brand’s shares back in May 2023, the revelation only came to light in Pringle of Scotland’s most recent financial...

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Crew Clothing sues former CEO over bonuses

Crew Clothing is believed to be suing its former chief executive over allegations that he paid himself unapproved bonuses worth around 622,560 pounds. It comes 16 months after David Butler stepped down from the helm position, and was initially reported on by the Telegraph, which said it had seen legal filings in which Crew Clothing made the...

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Crew Clothing increases full year turnover and profit

Crew Clothing’s turnover for the 52 weeks increased by 13 percent to 114.9 million pounds, with ecommerce up 18 percent; stores up 5 percent; and third party & wholesale increase of 28 percent. For the 53 weeks, turnover reached 117.2 million pounds. In a filing with the Companies House, the company said, adjusted EBITDA increased to 17.1...

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Crew Clothing to open Canterbury store

British lifestyle brand Crew Clothing will unveil its latest retail venture in the historic city of Canterbury. Situated within the Whitefriars shopping center, the brand's newest 112 square foot emporium is slated to commence operations on Thursday, May 16th. The new location will create 7 new jobs in the local area. Since its inception in the...

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Crew Clothing extend partnership with Henley Royal Regatta

Crew Clothing, a UK lifestyle brand, has announced a continuation of its collaboration with the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta for an additional three years. This extension marks a strategic move for Crew Clothing, as it reaffirms its commitment to the quintessential British event. The partnership will witness the return of Crew Clothing's...

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UK lifestyle brand Crew Clothing open East Grinstead store

British lifestyle brand Crew Clothing has opened a new store in East Grinstead, bringing a bit of coastal style to West Sussex. The 1600sqft space opened its doors on February 1st, launching with its Spring Summer 2024 collection. Crew Clothing Company was found in the back of a Salcombe windsurfing shop in 1993 and currently operates 100 stores...

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Crew Clothing ups new customer sales through tech partnerships

British lifestyle brand Crew Clothing has reported that its purchases by new customers has increased three times over after it struck up new partnerships with select tech companies. The retailer announced new deals with performance specialists Nest and marketing solutions provider Wunderkind both in a bid to optimise online performance, improve...

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Crew Clothing: Turnover rises, but profits narrow in 2022

British lifestyle brand Crew Clothing saw its turnover increase 22.5 percent in 2022, with positive growth across both its retail estate and wholesale channel. The company posted turnover of 101.3 million pounds for the 12 months ended December 25, 2022, up from 82.7 million pounds the prior year, according to filings at Companies House. On a...