Independent Online Menswear Retailers You Should Know
In 2014, 64 per cent of the UK’s 25-34 year-olds headed online to shop for clothes, according to the Office for National Statistics. While the need for bricks and mortar has not faded altogether – and some of the names below also have fantastic stores – the internet has given rise to e-tail giants like ASOS, Mr Porter and rapidly growing The Idle Man.
Much like on the high street, the independent retailer can flourish online, particularly those with the right product mix and price points. These standout favourites have that and more, all under one digital roof.
1. Oi Polloi
Established in 2002, during the early days of the e-tail revolution, Manchester-based Oi Polloi’s webstore continues to offer cool and contemporary menswear to gents across the globe.
From international brands to independent labels, its well-edited selection has a distinct northern feel, focusing on casual, utility pieces.
Shop now at oipolloi.com.
2. END Clothing
This Newcastle-based retailer has become one of the most popular names in the sector and also made our list of the ten best UK independent menswear stores for its psychical presence.
END’s virtual rails comprise coveted labels such as Filling Pieces alongside style stalwarts like Levi’s, offering everything you need to create a high quality capsule wardrobe.
Shop now at endclothing.com.
3. Footpatrol
Footpatrol started life as a bricks and mortar footwear business in London. Today it offers some of the very best footwear styles in the world online as well as in its relocated store in the capital.
Trainer buffs are advised to bookmark this one, as it’s always filled with the latest releases as well limited editions, exclusives and rare finds no longer produced.
Shop now at footpatrol.co.uk.
4. Couverture & The Garbstore
Couverture and the Garbstore has only been trading online for around five years. However, shoppers flock to its website, likely having already been impressed by its three-storey concept store in London’s trendy Notting Hill.
