Cath Kidston opened her first store in 1993 in Notting Hill, selling floral ironing board covers. Instantly recognisable, Cath Kidston has created a strong visual identity rooted in floral chintz.
In April 2020, Cath Kidston filed notice of its intention to appoint administrators as the stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic had affected the retailer, resulting in the closure of almost all UK stores. In March 2023, the intellectual property of the business was acquired by NEXT in a pre-pack administration led by PwC for £8.5 million.
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NEXT mostly handles its own PR.
Vicki Fogwill
07793 261829
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Chantelle Binley
07740 894919
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Grace Kither - Senior Press Officer (Womenswear and Menswear)
020 7034 2464
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Vicky Sims - PR Manager
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ROWBELL PR handles financial and corporate PR for NEXT.
Alistair Mackinnon-Musson
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