Has Aquascutum gone from business?

Luxury clothing retailer Aquascutum, best known for its trenchcoats, has gone into administration, putting about 250 jobs at risk.

What happened to Aquascutum?

Aquascutum was family owned until 1990, when it was purchased by Japanese textile conglomerate company Renown Incorporated, and, then, by Jaeger in September 2009. It became the property of YGM Trading, a Hong Kong fashion retailer, in April 2012.

Why is Aquascutum only in China?

The 170-year-old Aquascutum has not reopened its historic Jermyn Street since lockdowns were imposed and it is only possible to buy its trenchcoats online in China. This is due to being denied further funding from its parent company.

Who owns Aquascutum?

JAEGER
Renown Inx Incorporated
Aquascutum/Parent organizations

Is Aquascutum a luxury brand?

Aquascutum is a luxury clothing, footwear and accessories manufacturer and retailer, currently owned by Shandong Ruyi. The brand was born in Mayfair back in 1851 and was originally founded by John Emary.

Is Aquascutum part of Burberry?

These two beige macs – trenchcoats if you’re talking fashion – look remarkably alike. And yet this week the British company that makes the one on the left – Acquascutum – has gone into administration, while the British company that makes the one on the right, Burberry, has announced expected profits for 2011 of £372m.

Is Aquascutum good quality?

What Is Aquascutum Most Famous For? The brand is famous for its quality craftsmanship and luxurious fabrics. It’s creator made Aquascutum famous for rainwear, creating waterproof wool – which today, is known to be one of the greatest technological advances in waterproof fabrics.

Is Aquascutum made in Italy?

The quintessentially British brand Aquascutum trades on the fact that its garments are “crafted in England”, yet has shifted the production of all but its “core products” abroad. Last year it announced that the Italian firm Antichi Pellettieri would produce its neckwear, scarves, bags and shoes for 2008.