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LK Bennett to Shut Website in Days as Final Clearance Launches

The move signals a shift to a brand-only model following the sale of LK Bennett’s intellectual property to Gordon Brothers.

Overview

  • LK Bennett said on Friday that its website will close within days and it has cut prices by at least 80% across the site with some lines 90% off.
  • Physical stores will trade for a limited time under the administrators with in‑store discounts starting at 70%.
  • The retailer went into administration in January, and Gordon Brothers bought the brand and other intellectual property but not the store estate.
  • Nine stand‑alone shops and 13 concessions remain under administration, leaving about 22 locations and roughly 89 jobs at risk.
  • Administrators are running clearance sales to turn stock into cash, and the label’s next phase is expected to focus on licensing and e‑commerce rather than company‑run stores.