Attire Accessories - Jan/Feb 2020 (Issue 80)

PROFILE 87 TALBOT FASHIONS T: +44 (0)1273 776 415 W: talbotfashions.com catalogues, we can alert customers to view these on the website and keep them up to date with the trade shows we are attending. What have been the key milestones in the business? Moving to larger premises 30 years ago, then doubling the premises size 10 years later. Most of all the Tide & Wish brands, which were introduced three years ago, have proven to be a real hit with our customers. How do you view the current market and what trends, in both product and business, do you see emerging over the current months? The internet reigns supreme! However, it’s still a niche market for the smaller retailers away from the expensive town centres. We will also be continuing with our exclusive inhouse designs. What are your future plans for the business? To relocate to even bigger premises and be market leaders in design, colour and packaging. Is there anything else you’d like to add or say about the company? In a depressed retail environment, Talbots is expanding due to our genuinely great customer service, which we pride ourselves on. We supply excellent, exclusive products at very competitive prices, with many customers saying this allows them a good profit margin for which they are grateful. We also supplying children’s jewellery, hair accessories and gift lines. Likewise we can advise on POS, provide free posters and the story of Paua shell leaflets.