French Connection

French Connection’s AW24 dresses will take wearers from desk to dancefloor.

French Connection turns 50 in the black after years of losses. Simon Donoghue, director, direct to consumer and group communications, tells Drapers how it is finding its feet under new owners, and talks about its new pricing structure, a renewed focus on its international business, and a resurgence of the infamous…

Lori McGaffney ditched a secure career in financial services to open her Evalucia womenswear boutique in 2009. Thirteen years on, opening a second shop in her hometown of Perth, Scotland – this time selling children's shoes – her confidence in the future is clear.

French Connection celebrates its 50th anniversary this year by looking back to its 1970s roots.

Elevated hiking gear and a 1990s flavour characterise French Connection’s menswear offer for the new season.

While opportunities for women are improving across fashion retail, Drapers’ research reveals there is still much to be done to create parity with male counterparts at board level.

French Connection has cited athleisure and “effortless styling” as inspirations for its latest range, which has a relaxed cosiness at its core. Long, dressing gown-like coats and padded blanket jackets are on offer, alongside classic oversized fake furs in leopard spots.

 Casual utility is the dominate trend in the upcoming autumn 19 menswear collection from French Connection.

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