John Lobb expands into Philippines market
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Historic British footwear brand John Lobb Bootmaker has stepped into the Philippines with a store beside Hermes at Greenbelt 3 in Makati City, Manila.
Founded in Basingstoke in 1849 and opening a store on London’s Regent Street in 1866, the brand is known for its bespoke services and patronage from the aristocracy as well as the social, political and business elite.
John Lobb branched out being solely bespoke to enter the ready-to-wear world in the 1980s.
“Going into retail was a natural progression for the brand,” says regional director Nicholas Holt. “The stores have grown organically; we have 24 all over the world, targeting key cities such as Manila.
“We open stores only in strategic locations – it is not all a matter of how many doors we can open.”
While it makes shoes and boots mainly for men, John Lobb also caters for women. The store also sells leather goods such as wallets and belts.
John Lobb, now owned by Hermes, has stores in China, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan.
Questions & Answers
Q.Where is the new John Lobb store located in the Philippines?
Where is the new John Lobb store located in the Philippines?
The new John Lobb store is situated in Makati City, Manila, specifically at Greenbelt 3. It is located directly beside the Hermes store, signifying a premium retail position within the market.
Q.What range of products does the John Lobb store offer in Manila?
What range of products does the John Lobb store offer in Manila?
The store primarily offers shoes and boots for men, though it also caters to women. In addition to footwear, the new John Lobb outlet in Manila stocks a selection of leather goods, including wallets and belts.
Q.Who currently owns the John Lobb brand?
Who currently owns the John Lobb brand?
The historic British footwear brand John Lobb is presently owned by Hermes. This ownership aligns the brand with a luxury group known for its high-end fashion and accessories worldwide.
Q.What is John Lobb's strategy for opening new retail locations?
What is John Lobb's strategy for opening new retail locations?
John Lobb focuses on opening stores only in strategic locations within key cities globally. Regional director Nicholas Holt stated that it is not about the number of doors opened, but rather the quality and relevance of each site.