All Charles Tyrwhitt articles
Charles Tyrwhitt is a British multichannel men's clothing retailer specialising in dress shirts, as well as ties, suits, casualwear, shoes and accessories. It was founded as a mail-order company in 1986 by Nicholas Charles Tyrwhitt Wheeler. Wheeler has said he started the business because he thought he "could make a shirt better than anybody else". Charles Tyrwhitt traditionally focused on tailored shirts, however, it also sells a full range of business and casual clothing for men as well as a range for women. Around 70% of its sales come through ecommerce, catalogues and its call centre. The remaining 30% is generated from stores – its UK network plus international units and its global wholesale operation. It runs dedicated websites in seven markets and has stores across four countries.
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NewsCharles Tyrwhitt sales jump as brand pivots to casual work attire
Suits and shirts specialist Charles Tyrwhitt expects its business to grow by 20% over the next year as customer demands for casual work attire booms.
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Charles Tyrwhitt (Overview)
Charles Tyrwhitt is an upmarket menswear specialist that traditionally focused on tailored shirts. However, the retailer now also sells a full range of business and casual clothing for men. The retailer prides itself on offering high quality, timeless products, supported by exemplary customer service.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisCharles Tyrwhitt (Financials)
Charles Tyrwhitt continued its post-pandemic comeback, with group sales surging 45.4% to £269.2m in the year ended 29 July 2023 (FY2023). It said its global markets had “benefited from a generally helpful economic backdrop” throughout the year with success “broad based and consistent” across its retail and digital channels. Retail stores continued a “recovery” post-pandemic, with five new store openings in the year.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisCharles Tyrwhitt (SWOT)
Charles Tyrwhitt has established itself as something of an authority on men’s shirts. It offers an extensive range of styles and fittings, with a plethora of size and customisation options to ensure a perfect fit.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisCharles Tyrwhitt (People)
Charles Tyrwhitt was founded by Nick Wheeler in 1986 from his university bedroom. It has been led by chief executive Luke Kingsnorth since 2019.
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AnalysisCan middle-market players capitalise on second-hand fashion?
The second-hand clothing market is booming. Retail Week looks at how some retailers are already taking advantage of this growing trend and why it’s important to get on board.
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NewsCharles Tyrwhitt chief executive steps down
Charles Tyrwhitt boss Michael Stanier has stepped down from the helm of the business a year after taking up the role.
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NewsCharles Tyrwhitt poaches Adidas exec as new boss
Charles Tyrwhitt has poached Adidas executive Michael Stanier to take the reins as its new boss.
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NewsRetail diary: Why Selfridges is pulling no punches
Greggs and Ikea to host “romantic” Valentine’s dinners, Charles Tyrwhitt founder’s funny side and a world-first for Selfridges.
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NewsRetail power couple recognised in New Year Honours list
White Company founder Chrissie Rucker and her husband Nick Wheeler of Charles Tyrwhitt Shirts are among retailers to have made the Queen’s New Year Honours list.
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NewsBody Shop poaches Charles Tyrwhitt boss for CEO role
The Body Shop has snapped up Charles Tyrwhitt’s chief executive David Boynton to take the helm of its global business.
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DataData: Top 15 retailers to work for in the UK
In the fiercely competitive retail industry, which businesses are a cut above the rest when it comes to attracting and retaining employees?
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NewsBreakfast briefing: New Look, Tesco and more
Retail news round-up: New Look directors leave the company; Tesco to report continued growth in sales; and Charles Tyrwhitt's parent company reports surge in profits.
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NewsBrexit countdown: How can retailers cope?
The wheels of Britain’s exit from the EU were put in motion this week when Prime Minister Theresa May triggered Article 50.
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NewsCharles Tyrwhitt names new chief as Hodder steps down
Charles Tyrwhitt has appointed David Boynton as chief executive to replace Greg Hodder, who has retired after eight years at the fashion retailer.
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NewsRetail Diary: Bunnings sizzles and Ocado grows downward
The UK is giddy for a Bunnings Sausage Sizzle, Ocado goes underground and it’s the little things that count at Charles Tyrwhitt.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Charles Tyrwhitt, De Beers and Lidl
Retail news round-up: Charles Tyrwhitt names new CEO, De Beers to exit London store and Lidl launches new fashion collection
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NewsMoss Bros poaches buying director from Charles Tyrwhitt
Moss Bros has hired new buying director Nick Reed, poaching from rival Charles Tyrwhitt for the appointment.
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NewsCharles Tyrwhitt relaunches websites as it eyes international expansion
Charles Tyrwhitt has upgraded its UK and international websites as it puts ecommerce expansion at the heart of its growth strategy.
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DataData: The 15 best retailers to work for in the UK – according to employees
In a ferociously hard-fought retail environment, attracting and retaining the best staff can make a competitive difference.
