US-Owned Parent Company
While FatFace operates in United Kingdom, it is owned by the US-based company Next plc . This may affect where profits ultimately flow.
About FatFace
A snowy day on the La Face slope in Val d'Isère changed the trajectory of British casual wear in 1988 when Tim Slade and Jules Leaver decided to fund their extended ski season by selling printed sweatshirts from the back of their car. This improvised business, named after their favorite challenging black run, would evolve from slope-side sales into a distinctive British lifestyle brand.
FatFace's development has been characterized by its consistent focus on creating clothing for an active, full life rather than specifically technical performance wear. The brand established a distinctive position in British retail by offering durable, practical garments with subtle design details and quality construction—positioned between fast fashion disposability and luxury inaccessibility, with a clear connection to outdoor lifestyle without excessive technical features or prominent logos.
After significant expansion in the 2000s, including private equity investment and over 200 stores across the UK, FatFace has maintained its position as a staple of British high street and outlet retail while developing international presence, particularly in the United States. The brand's longevity stems from its understanding of British casual dressing needs—creating clothes that function across the country's variable climate and social occasions while maintaining an authentic connection to the active, outdoor-influenced lifestyle that inspired its founders during that formative ski season.
FatFace's development has been characterized by its consistent focus on creating clothing for an active, full life rather than specifically technical performance wear. The brand established a distinctive position in British retail by offering durable, practical garments with subtle design details and quality construction—positioned between fast fashion disposability and luxury inaccessibility, with a clear connection to outdoor lifestyle without excessive technical features or prominent logos.
After significant expansion in the 2000s, including private equity investment and over 200 stores across the UK, FatFace has maintained its position as a staple of British high street and outlet retail while developing international presence, particularly in the United States. The brand's longevity stems from its understanding of British casual dressing needs—creating clothes that function across the country's variable climate and social occasions while maintaining an authentic connection to the active, outdoor-influenced lifestyle that inspired its founders during that formative ski season.
Ownership & Tax Information
| Company Headquarters | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Parent Company | 🇬🇧 Next plc |