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Analysis Of Paul Smith 's First Clothing Boutique

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This report will analyse the men’s knitwear range of Paul Smith in terms of the brand’s positioning which relates to aspects of pricing, sales channels, product range, visual merchandising, shopping experience and activity in the store. Based on the brand’s customers, products and identity, Paul Smith is in competition with both UK-based and international brands, such as Ted Baker, Marc Jacob and Zanone. This report will demonstrate the brand’s collection’s strengths and weaknesses in comparison with its competitors by carrying out survey that is taken by 100 consumers all around the world. The purpose is to make recommendations for Paul Smith to overcome its weaknesses to remain competitive.

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Smith’s first clothing boutique opened in Nottingham, 1970, after discovering his interest in fashion. His designs became more recognisable, and by 1976 he exhibited a men 's collection in Paris under the Paul Smith brand name. –ethical consumer
From that point on, the brand name has gradually become synonymous with a classic British look with a twist.

For over 40 years, Paul Smith has been in business and today it is a truly global, multi-channel business. He is particularly successful in Japan where more than 200 outlets are opened. The retail network spans Europe, Middle East, Asia and America and includes showrooms in key locations such as London, Paris, Milan and New York. The collection is wholesaled to 71 countries and promoted via the company’s strong online presence.

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