Rowing hard: Crew Clothing opens Chiswick store, expects 20 more in UK by year-end
Premium British lifestyle brand Crew Clothing Thursday opened its latest store, in Chiswick, West London, becoming its fourth location in the capital, with ambitious plans to open many more country-wide by year-end.
The new 1,200 sq ft space takes its place on Chiswick High Road, and follows last month's announcement of a further store opening in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.
The new store brings 'a slice of coastal inspired style to the capital', with the brand's SS25 collections.
Head of Marketing, Naomi Parry, said: 'It's a really exciting time for the brand, with all-new ranges, our world-class sponsorship programme, and an ambitious store opening strategy that should see us open 20 new stores by the end of 2025.
'Our investment in new locations within the capital is a true reflection of our belief in the British High Street', with its physical retail stock now having surpassed 100 stores.
Last month, Crew Clothing also moved into the women's athleisure space, launching a collection called SuperLuxe.The 38-piece collection includes a SuperLuxe Half Zip sweatshirt, Slim Jogger with a split hem, and Relaxed Shorts.
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