French Connection is opening its first outlet store in six years and its debut outlet store in London at Icon Outlet at The O2.
The fashion retailer is opening a 1,766 sq ft store on the outlet’s upper level later this month adjacent to Clarins and Ted Baker.
Simon Donoghue, head of retail at French Connection, said: “French Connection is delighted to be joining a host of other great brands at The O2. The mix of local and event driven visitors plays to French Connection’s strength as a brand which offers fantastic men’s and women’s fashion to a broad audience. We can’t wait to open!”
Louisa Dalgleish, leasing director at The O2, added: “We are continuing to be the destination of choice when it comes to global retailers selecting outlet locations in London, and as this store will mark French Connection’s first outlet space is six years, it is indicative of the success that we have delivered across all metrics.
“We are continuing to drive momentum and craft a compelling proposition through new tenants and store upsizes, and French Connection will offer consumers a staple UK brand which is known and loved by so many. We are pleased to welcome them as part of an increasingly strong retail offering at The O2, demonstrating yet again a notable vote of confidence in outlet locations.”
KLM and CBRE represented Icon Outlet at The O2. Hall Lahaise represented French Connection.
