James Bielby, CEO, Federation of Wholesale Distributors
“Wholesalers have asked the prime minister for clarity and confidence and he’s partly delivered the first of those. However our members’ experience of previous lockdowns and u-turns means they’ll be cautious about investing ahead of each scheduled opening date. Those who distribute to the hospitality sector can’t afford to foot the bill yet again for government dithering.
“We saw several times last year how short-notice changes disproportionately impact wholesalers, who have to stock up in advance of demand. What we need from government is at least two weeks’ notice if it has to deviate from the roadmap at any stage, or if that’s not possible, a consideration for the cost of the excess stock that will go to waste as a result of the late changes.
Asos targets Topshop customers with multimillion-dollar push
Online fashion retailer Asos is to mount a largely social-driven campaign, reaching out to Topshop and Topman customers to reassure them that their favorite brands are still available following its acquisition of the high street chain earlier this month.
On Sunday (22 February), Asos relaunched Topshop on its website after spending £295m ($413m) to buy out its fashion rival.
Asos launches first Topshop campaign
The two-week continuity message will target existing customers across the US, UK and Germany, explaining that Topshop stock is now available to purchase directly from Asos.
Although Asos has previously sold Topshop items through its online platform, the relaunch is exclusive to Asos’s website, meaning it will be the only place shoppers can now buy Topshop products.
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