Designer Boutique Women’s Wear & Accessories For Sale

Business description

This superbly appointed fashion boutique is a real haven to its many regular fashion conscious customers. The business prides itself from stocking the very lastest fashion trends from around the world including McQ by Alexander McQueen, Moshino, Chloe, Paul and Joe, Cacharel, Alice San Diego and Jo No Fui. Offerings include clothing, bags, jewellery and accessories.

Conveniently located in the centre of Alderley Edge with ample parking close by, the business is ideally positioned to service its clients needs. The area has a very high level of disposable income and the business has been developed to serve this local market. Running since March 2006 the business has established an enviable reputation for providing a superb range of high end fashion clothing with very high levels of service.

The business prides itself on the high levels of personal service it offers, from the warm welcoming atmosphere to the friendly and helpful staff who endeavour to ensure clients have a truly memorable shopping experience. The premises are beautifully fitted out with all items easily accessible and light airy changing rooms available.

Customer Service:

This business prides itself on the very welcoming and friendly service it provides. The business stocks some of the most desirable brands from around the world and that is why quality and service are so important to them. Because of this the business offers a full exchange service as well as providing gift wrapping services, not to mention private after hours appointments if need be.

A high standard of customer service is a main concern for this business and has enhanced the excellent reputation the business has developed among its customer community. Customers are a top priority and staff are always happy to help, offering honest and helpful advice. These levels of service are demonstrated by the high levels of repeat business the boutique enjoys

Property information

Location:

The business is located within prime retail premises in the main thoroughfare of Alderley Edge. There is ample public parking close by. The premises are leasehold with the current lease expiring in September 2009. Annual rent is £14,400. Rates are £5,500 p.a. The ground floor is retail with two changing rooms, rear stock room, toilet and small kitchen area. Total floor space is circa 750 square feet. The premises have 2 car parking spaces to the rear and a rear good in entrance.

Other information

Expansion potential:

The business could expand by further and use of the Internet as a marketing tool and the ongoing development of the business’s brand portfolio increasing its power to reach a wider target audience within this business’s catchment area.

New owners will be perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the excellent foundations that have been laid for the future success of this business, not least through the ongoing development of its brand exclusivity and impressive customer base.

Competition / Market:

The business advertises in several of the lifestyle magazines for the area including Cheshire Life. In addition to this it does have a highly informative website which enables customers to browse collections online and order via the telephone if so required. The business has a client base of some300 regular customers and does sent them promotional mail shots as and when required. There are excellent opportunities to expand this and to market the business more aggressively so as to significantly increase turnover. A high proportion of the business's revenue has been due to its excellent reputation for quality and service and strong word of mouth recommendation.

Support & training:

The vendor wishes to concentrate on their other business interests and spend more time with family.

Reasons for selling:

The vendor is available for a full business familiarisation and training period.

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