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Irish Post
23-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Post
Topshop returns to Ireland
TOPSHOP is officially returning to the Irish high street next month, with its first new physical location opening in Ballybofey, Co. Donegal. McElhinneys, the largest department store outside of Dublin, announced that it will be home to the first Topshop store in Ireland since the brand's physical locations shut down five years ago. The move marks a major milestone not only for the global fashion label but also for McElhinneys, which has spent the last several months in discussions with Topshop's new ownership. 'It all started happening around January,' said Sandra Devenney, general manager at McElhinneys. 'There have been lots of overs and backs with meetings in London and getting down to the nitty-gritty.' She added that being chosen as Topshop's Irish launch partner is a proud moment for the Donegal retailer. 'We may be in Donegal, but we work very hard and are known around the country, so for us to get Topshop is just another thing for us to be excited about in the future.' Topshop's return to physical retail comes after years of uncertainty. In 2021, online fashion giant ASOS purchased Topshop, Topman, Miss Selfridge, and HIIT from the collapsed Arcadia Group in a €300 million deal. At the time, Topshop's operations shifted entirely online, with its collections sold through ASOS and in Nordstrom stores in the United States. In 2023, ASOS sold a 75% stake in Topshop to Danish fashion group Bestseller, paving the way for a return to high street locations. Now, that return is becoming a reality. The Ballybofey store will open on August 21, with additional Topshop locations launching in Printemps department stores in France and Magasin du Nord in Denmark. A Topshop spokesperson confirmed the move, saying, 'We're delighted to confirm we will stock in a range of partners across Europe and the rest of the world territories, including Printemps, Magasin, and McElhinneys.' Topshop's managing director Michelle Wilson said she is looking forward to the relaunch. 'I'm excited to see Topshop back in person. I think the partner that we are collaborating with is an incredible partner. I think it will surprise a few people.' Topshop's last major Irish location, its flagship store on St Stephen's Green in Dublin, closed in 2019. For many shoppers, the brand's disappearance marked the end of an era. See More: Ballybofey, Co Donegal, McElhinneys, Topman, Topshop
The Irish Sun
23-07-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
‘This is epic' – High street retailer makes Irish return with first shop opening five years after eight store closures
HIGH street clothing brand Topshop is making its return to Ireland with a shop set to open in Donegal next month. McElhinney's department store, located in Ballybofey, has announced that it will be home to the first Topshop store in Ireland since the 4 McElhinneys in Donegal will be the location of the first Topshop to return to Ireland Credit: Alamy 4 The high street brand is well-known for its trendy and affordable clothing Credit: Alamy The department store announced the comeback on their It comes just weeks after a similar post shared on the retailer's social media page said: "Watch this space". Now the popular retailer is set to return to Irish shores with the Donegal shop opening on August 21. Irish fans have taken to Instagram to share their excitement. READ MORE IN NEWS MONEY One fan said: "I AM SO READY!!!" Another said: "Whatttt. Can't cope. This is epic." One shopper shared: "Fab can't wait for it." While another added: "This is unreal." Most read in The Irish Sun The retailer, which at one time boasted eight stores in Ireland, closed after its parent The group, which included brands such as Miss Selfridge and HIIT, was later bought by online retailer ASOS in 2021 for around €300million ASOS CEO Nick Beighton said at the time: "We are extremely proud to be the new owners of the Topshop, Topman, Miss Selfridge and HIIT brands. "The acquisition of these iconic British brands is a hugely exciting moment for ASOS and our customers and will help accelerate our multi-brand platform strategy." Late last year, however, ASOS sold 75 per cent of its share in Topshop to the Danish retail group Bestseller. As part of this €136million joint venture deal ASOS said it will be relaunching on a separate website. Now it appears the brand is set to return in physical form as well. A spokesperson for Topshop speaking with The brand's managing director Michelle Wilson added: "I'm excited to see Topshop back in person. I think the partner that we are collaborating with is an incredible partner. BACK IN BUSINESS 'I think it will surprise a few people. I'm looking forward to the day that we launch that and seeing people's reaction and excitement.' What makes the brand so unique? THE return of Topshop to the high street has left fans in a frenzy. Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements explains what makes the brand quite so special… Topshop was so much more than a clothing brand for millennials. It is woven into the tapestry of our coming of age. For me, the love affair started pre-teens coveting Freedom jewellery mood rings and yin yang symbols on black cord necklaces that were synonymous with the 90s. But as I grew up, Topshop was with me every step of the way. From the signature everyday Jamie skinny jeans to almost all my Friday night outfits. Until Topshop, high street fashion simply imitated trends led by top designers. But the brand became the forefront of cutting edge fashion, setting trends rather than following. This was underlined by Topshop Unique becoming part of the London Fashion week schedule in 2005, featuring the likes of Cara Delevingne and Jourdan Dunn on the runway. But nothing secured its status as a fashion leader more than its iconic collaboration with Kate Moss. A range would sell out in a matter of hours as shoppers scrambled to own THE item of the season from the vests and tassel waistcoats to pretty tea dresses and tiny denim shorts. The Oxford Circus store was a long-time mecca for fashionistas. I still remember the buzz of heading down the escalators, completely overwhelmed by the choice of clothes and not knowing quite which way to turn first, as you were plunged into retail heaven. Yes, the brand has carried on online after being bought by Asos. But it just wasn't the same. Let us millennials relive our youth and bring back those physical stores. 4 McElhinney's announced the comeback on their Instagram last Friday Credit: Topshop 4 The announcement video reads with the caption 'We missed You Too' Credit: Topshop
Extra.ie
22-07-2025
- Business
- Extra.ie
Topshop (kinda) returning to Ireland in high street comeback
High street clothing brand Topshop is making its comeback, with Ireland being one of the countries where it'll return. The clothing brand closed its final shop in late 2020, with the brand being purchased by ASOS in 2021 and their clothes being available on ASOS' website as well as in Nordstrom in the US. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW However, following a teaser that they would be returning in physical form earlier this year, Topshop announced that it will be reopening physical shops in Denmark, France and in Ireland. Pic: Sorbis/Shutterstock McElhinney's in Donegal, the largest department store outside of Dublin, will be where Topshop first returns to Ireland, while Primetemps shops in France and Magasin du Nord shops in Denmark will also see the shops return. Drapers report that McElhinney's will see a Topshop department from August 21, with a spokesperson saying that they're 'delighted' to be back. 'We're delighted to confirm we will stock in a range of partners across Europe and Rest of World territories including Printemps, Magasin and McElhinneys,' a Topshop spokesperson said. ASOS bought Topshop's parent company Arcadia in 2020. Pic: Shutterstock 'I'm excited to see Topshop back in person,' the brand's managing director Michelle Wilson told Draper. 'I think the partner that we are collaborating with is an incredible partner. 'I think it will surprise a few people. I'm looking forward to the day that we launch that and seeing people's reaction and excitement.' Topshop closed its beloved St Stephen's Green flagship store in 2019, before it emerged that ASOS bought out Arcadia, its parent company, for €300million and its remaining stock for €30million. Several Irish outlets of Topshop and other brands closed in 2019. Pic: Shutterstock 'The acquisition of these iconic British brands is a hugely exciting moment for Asos and our customers and will help accelerate our multi-brand platform strategy,' ASOS Chief Executive Nick Beighton said at the time. 'We have been central to driving their recent growth online and, under our ownership, we will develop them further, using our design, marketing, technology and logistics expertise, and working closely with key strategic retail partners in the UK and around the world.'
Scottish Sun
11-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Legendary high street chain teases ‘biblical' comeback in UK with ‘cryptic' posts sending millennials into meltdown
WHILE other outlets are pulling their shutters for the final time, one high street chain is set for a major comeback. The fashion retailer has teased a "biblical" comeback across the UK with a series of social media posts. 2 High street shoppers may see the return of a fan favourite very soon (stock image) Credit: PA While the "cryptic" online posts didn't confirm any exact details, fashion fans have shared their excitement over the potential return. The beloved shop has gone through a rollercoaster few years but now looks to be making a highly-anticipated comeback. Cryptic posts Topshop posted a picture of a store hanger on Instagram earlier this week. The beloved brand, which was purchased by Asos alongside Miss Selfridge in 2021, remained tight-lipped about the latest development. It simply captioned the post: "" The store's acquistion occurred after the collapse of its former owner Arcadia. After purchasing both fashion outlets for a combined £330 million, Asos sold 75% in Topshop to the Danish holding company Heartland. This deal, amounting to £135 million, also included a stake in Topshop's counterpart Topman. Topshop recently confirmed it plans to open up stores again this year. Michelle Wilson, MD at Topshop and Topman, told Drapers that the brand has something up its sleeve for August. Pull&Bear Opens New Flagship Store at Silverburn: Fashion Fans Celebrate in Glasgow! And with recent posts on the Topshop account hinting at a new development, this may not be far off. Recently, the brand posted a series of tennis balls with Topshop printed on them in preparation for the upcoming Wimbeldon final. "Game. Set. Topshop," the brand wrote in the caption of the cryptic post. High street return Topshop and Topman are set to return to the high street for autumn via a wholesale partner. 'We have something planned in August to bring Topshop back into real life again, with a more semi-permanent presence than the one-day pop-up,' the Managing Director said. Why the high street still rules! Fabulous' Fashion Director, Tracey Lea Sayer shares her thoughts. I WAS 10 when I first discovered the utter joy of high-street shopping for clothes with my mum and nan. Going into town on Saturday became a family tradition – a girls' day out we would look forward to all week. My mum's favourite shop was M&S, where she would gaze at jackets with big shoulder pads and floral sundresses, while my nan would make a beeline for John Lewis and their classic coats and elegant court shoes. I was all over Tammy Girl – Etam's little sister – and Chelsea Girl, which was later rebranded to high-street fave River Island. I would spend hours in the changing rooms, watched keenly by my two cheerleaders, who gave the thumbs up – or thumbs down – on what I was trying on. Frilly ra-ra skirts, duster coats, polka dot leggings, puff balls, boob tubes… I tried them all, often making my nan howl with laughter. Fashion wasn't so fast back in the 1980s and every item was cherished and worn until it fell apart – literally – at the seams. At 18, I went to art college and my tastes became more refined. Extra cash from a part-time job in a bar meant I could move on to slightly more expensive stores, like Warehouse, Miss Selfridge and the mecca that was Topshop. I knew at this point I wanted to work in fashion because the high street had totally seduced me. One day, I wrote an article for a competition in a glossy mag about my love of retail therapy and my favourite LBD – and I won! That led me to where I am today – Fashion Director of Fabulous. It's not just me that loves the high street – big-name designers are fans, too. When Cool Britannia hit in the '90s, they all turned up in one big store. Designers at Debenhams was a stroke of genius by Debenhams CEO Belinda Earl, designer Ben de Lisi and fashion director Spencer Hawken, who introduced diffusion ranges from John Rocha, Matthew Williamson and Betty Jackson, to name a few. This meant we could all afford a bit of luxury and wear a well-known designer's signature style. Years later, I hosted a night with Debenhams and Fabulous for 250 readers, who were in awe meeting all the designers. It was a real career highlight for me. In 2004, H&M started rolling out their international designer collabs. Karl Lagerfeld was first, followed by Roberto Cavalli, Marni, Stella McCartney, Maison Martin Margiela, Sonia Rykiel, Comme des Garçons, Balmain, Versace and many, many more. I could barely contain myself! Then in 2007, Kate Moss launched her first collection with Topshop, with thousands queuing along London's Oxford Street. I remember sitting behind Ms Moss and Topshop boss Philip Green at a London Fashion Week Topshop Unique catwalk show. I had my three-year-old daughter, Frankie, in tow and we both made the news the next day after we were papped behind Kate, my supermodel girl crush. At the time, the high street was on fire. Who needed designer buys when Mango stocked tin foil trousers just like the designer Isabel Marant ones and you could buy a bit of Barbara Hulanicki's legendary brand Biba from Topshop? High street stores even started to storm London Fashion week. Although Topshop Unique had shown collections since 2001, in 2013 River Island showed its first collection in collaboration with global superstar Rihanna, who was flown in by a friend of mine on a private jet. KER-CHING! A whole new generation of high profile high street collabs followed. Beyoncé created Ivy Park with Topshop's Philip Green and I even flew to LA for Fabulous to shoot the Kardashian sisters in their bodycon 'Kollection' for Dorothy Perkins. I am pleased to say they were the absolute dream cover stars. Fast forward to 2024 and while the high street doesn't look exactly like it did pre-Covid, it has made a gallant comeback. Stores like M&S, Reserved and Zara, and designer collabs like Victoria Beckham X Mango and Rochelle Humes for Next are giving me all the feels. The supermarkets have really come into their own, too, smashing it with gorgeous collections that look expensive, but at prices that still allow us to afford the weekly shop. The last 30 years of high street fashion have been one big adventure for me. Bring on the next 30! 'In the shorter term that will be something with partner support and in the longer term we will do something standalone." Wilson said she was "excited to see Topshop back in person" and said their collaboration "will surprise people". In April this year, Topshop launched a pop-up at Defected Records and shoppers went wild for it. They recorded a sale every three minutes, which Topshop bosses have said is proof that there is demand for the adored store. Wilson added that they aren't trying to "recreate" the Topshop that millions knew and loved. She explained that the clothing store will be given a 2025 makeover to allow it to compete with the current climate. Shopper reactions "This could be an Oasis level comeback!! Biblical," wrote one excited Instagram user. "As someone who used to work in Topshop, this is everything," agreed another person. "Desperately looking for clues…. Is this what we ALL are hoping for?!" commented a third fan. "Please god get back and save the high street shopping experience," pleaded another shopper. "The world is healing," joked another Topshop enthusiast.
West Australian
04-07-2025
- Health
- West Australian
Kimberley residents urged to act on cancer symptoms amid worrying new data
Kimberley residents are being urged not to ignore potential cancer symptoms, with new data revealing almost half of regional West Australians would wait to see if symptoms disappeared on their own before seeking medical help. Cancer Council WA has relaunched its Give Yourself the Best Chance campaign under its Find Cancer Early program after survey results showed 16 per cent of respondents would simply ignore symptoms entirely. Kimberley regional education officer Michelle Wilson said while early detection messages were starting to resonate, there was still a long way to go. 'The Give Yourself the Best Chance campaign urges regional West Australians over 40 to give themselves the best chance of being around longer for their family and friends by seeing their doctor early if they notice any unusual changes in their body, like blood in their poo or wee, or coughing up blood,' Ms Wilson said. 'These latest survey results back up what previous research in WA has shown — people living in regional areas tend to seek help later than those in the city.' Ms Wilson said this could be due to lower awareness of cancer symptoms, a more laid-back attitude, or travel barriers that discouraged people from seeking help, all of which could lead to later stage cancer diagnoses. 'We know that people in regional Australia have lower five-year survival rates for all cancers combined when compared to metropolitan Australians,' she said. 'Putting off seeing your doctor, clinic nurse or Aboriginal health worker could cost you a good outcome.' The Cancer Council has urged people in the Kimberley region older than 40 to act on any unusual changes in their bodies and not to delay seeing a medical professional. 'If you notice blood in your poo or wee, or if you've coughed up blood, don't wait. Getting it checked doesn't necessarily mean you have cancer, but it's better to be safe,' Ms Wilson said. The organisation also reminded residents that national screening programs such as bowel cancer screening kits, cervical screening, and mammograms were only for people without symptoms, and waiting for screening instead of seeking immediate medical advice could lead to dangerous delays.
