SKOPES | Spring 2015 Newsletter

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Introducing Our New Autumn Winter 15 Collection Skopes Sees Phenomenal Growth University Academy Suited Up BY SKOPES

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Spring

2015

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Skopes Sees Phenomenal Growth in Ireland Skopes, in conjunction with Gosson Agencies Ltd, has secured over 150 active accounts both in the North and South of Ireland.

Jonathan Gosson of Gosson Agencies commented: “The name Skopes has become synonymous with all occasion suiting in particular. When our customers think of Weddings or Graduations or Debutants balls they automatically think of Skopes.

Half a Million Reasons why Skopes customers are Springing into Summer!

With record Forward Order levels Skopes Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is now being delivered to stores across the UK & Ireland.

Skopes Director, Simon Cope, commented: “We were absolutely delighted with the reaction to the SS15 ranges when we launched at last year’s Indx & Moda Shows, and with that kind of vote of confidence it has encouraged us to invest further into what we can clearly see as being winners for our retail partners, so in cold hard cash terms we’re putting an extra half a million pounds into stock this year, and we believe that puts us and our customers in a great position to capitalize on what we are increasingly seeing as a more positive trading environment.”

“Suiting has continued to feature strongly, with demand for Occasion attire driving sales” added Simon, “without giving too much away, we believe we have some real must-have lines in the range that retailers are telling us they can’t get enough of, and it’s exciting!

The plan is simple – keep driving the growth!”

New stock-service brochure cards are being dispatched soon – please contact Julie Oates for further

The brand has enjoyed an unprecedented 52% increase in business during the year 2014 in the Irish market.

In addition to very competitive pricing the fact that the Skopes label offers EVERYTHING in the mix and match format coupled with EVERYTHING available from stock with a 3 day turnaround in every size from 34 to 62 only instils confidence in all our customers.”

Skopes Shortlisted for Drapers Independent Award The Brewery, London, played host to the most innovative independent retailers operating in the fashion industry at a glittering ceremony on 17th September.

Skopes were thrilled to sponsor the Independent Menswear Retailer of the year award won by Louis Copeland and Sons of Dublin.

For the first time Skopes was also nominated for Menswear Brand of the Year and whilst not winning, to be nominated was an indication of how far we have progressed in recent times.

Skopes Sees Phenomenal Growth in Ireland

Skopes Sees Phenomenal Growth in Ireland

Skopes, in conjunction with Gosson Agencies Ltd, has secured over 150 active accounts both in the North and South of Ireland.

Jonathan Gosson of Gosson Agencies commented:

Skopes, in conjunction with Gosson Agencies Ltd, has secured over 150 active accounts both in the North and South of Ireland.

Jonathan Gosson of Gosson Agencies commented:

“The name Skopes has become synonymous with all occasion suiting in particular.

When our customers think of Weddings or Graduations or Debutants balls they automatically think of Skopes.

“The name Skopes has become synonymous with all occasion suiting in particular.

When our customers think of Weddings or Graduations or Debutants balls they automatically think of Skopes.

INTRODUCING OUR NEW AUTUMN WINTER 15 COLLECTION

Cool Blues

Dates For Your Diary

The stand out winner this season revolves around the colour blue, surely the hottest colour on the high street right now.

This sharply tailored suit is available from the new stock service brochure on a mix and match basis and offers exceptional value. See 2 new colours in this suit at MODA menswear.

The Egan Suit, pictured, has a tailored fit and features slanted flap pockets, a jetted ticket pocket and a centre vent with contrast lining.

DON’T MISS OUT ON PROMS 2015!

Where once it was just the girls making a show, now the boys are catching up fast and one of the major growth areas for retailers has been the rise of the prom suit.

Skopes was quick to recognise the opportunity with a strong offering of fashion led suits and evening suits at great prices.

With a range of continuity lines such as the stunning Ronson evening suit and the Madrid lounge suit there’s an option to hire or sell and great profit margins, which has been experienced by retailers this year.

NEW Starters

A warm welcome to the following :We wish them all the very best in their new careers.

Chloe Olsen (Merchandise Admin Assistant)

Justine Reynolds (Sales Support)

Mark Foster (Area Sales Manager)

Make sure you consider stocking prom suits for 2015! Come and see us – we can help boost your sales.

Contact the team for more information today on +44 (0)113 240 2211

INDX Menswear Cranmore Park Solihull 30th - 31st July 8.30 - 5.00pm MODA NEC Birmingham 10th - 12th August Stand MF20

Get In Touch If you are unable to see us at one of the trade shows or would like a visit from one of our representatives then please contact: Skopes, Newross Impex Ltd, New Skopes house, 2 Cross Green Garth, Cross Green Industrial Estate, Leeds, LS9 0SF T +44 (0)113 240 2211 F +44 (0)113 248 9544 E info@skopes.com W www.skopeswholesale.com Head of Customer Services: Julie Oates

New website

T +44 (0)113 240 2211 ext.224

To support our new stock service folder we’ve updated the Skopes website.

Keith Bevan: Area Sales Manager South, Wales, W. Midlands M 07984 700619 E keithbevan@skopes.com

It would be great to hear what our customers think and if there’s something you’d like to see on there, e.g. price lists, size charts or track and trace on orders.

Mark Foster: Area Sales Manager North, E. Midland, Scotland M 07741 264419 E markfoster@skopes.com

Have a look at www.skopeswholesale.com and let us have your feedback!

Ireland

If you have your own website and would like to feature Skopes product on there please let us know and we can provide you with high quality imagery.

Gosson agencies ltd, 22 Forbes St, Sir John Rogersons Quay, Dublin 2, T 00353 (0)1 670 6525 E gossonagencies@eircom.net

Roxanne Langley (Assistant Buyer)

Estera Gorniok (HR Assistant)

www.skopes.com 0113 240 2211