Phase Eight is a British women's wear clothing brand. The company has stores and concessions in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Switzerland, Germany, Sweden, Australia, UAE, and other countries.
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| Company type | Private limited company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Apparel stores |
| Founded | Wandsworth (1979) |
| Successor | Foschini Group |
| Headquarters | London , United Kingdom |
Area served | United Kingdom Ireland Switzerland Germany Sweden Australia UAE |
| Products | Women's clothing Women's accessories Women's shoes |
| Owner | Foschini Group |
| Website | www |
History
editPhase Eight was first established by Patsy Seddon in London in 1979 in a small boutique in Wandsworth Common.[1] The name originated from a combination of P. Hayes, Patsy's maiden name, and the address of the first shop, 8 Bellevue Road.[2] The retailer provides women's clothing designed in house, including Bridalwear and accessories.[3]
Phase Eight was purchased by the South African retailer Foschini Group in 2015.[4]
Stores
editAs of 2014, the retailer had 106 stores and 207 concessions in the UK, and 18 stores and 128 concessions internationally.[5]
Internationally, Phase Eight opened four stores in Switzerland and seven concessions in Germany through its subsidiaries and joint venture partners in 2013.[6]
References
edit- ^ "Feefo Info". feefo.com. Retrieved 13 Sep 2013.
- ^ "Phase Eight founders". theguardian.com. 31 Jan 2005.
- ^ "Concept". theguardian.com. 19 March 2013.
- ^ Roberts, Lauretta (7 March 2016). "Jigsaw and Whistles "in sale talks"". The Industry. Retrieved 8 March 2016.
- ^ "Stores". Drapers Record. 13 Jan 2005.
- ^ "Overseas Growth". retail-week.com. Retrieved 18 June 2013.