Popular British retailer RETURNS to high street five years after collapsing into administration and shutting 66 stores

AN ICONIC fashion brand is making a return to the high street, five years after going into administration.

British shirt maker T.M Lewin shut all 66 of its stores back in 2020, as the Covid took a toll on its profits.

In 2022, it relaunched its website, and is now opening a new store in .

The new venue is set of “appeal to the modern professionals” and features and in-house tailoring services, which customers can use to customise their own and shirts.

The shop will stock a range of formal shirts, and office-wear, and will be situated at 44 Bow Lane in the City of London.

It will also debut the Clerkenwell Jacket, an in store exclusive which is lightweight and comes in five different colours.

Dan Ferris, managing director of TM Lewin, said: “This flagship location is a key part of our strategy to connect with the next generation of customers who value high quality, tailored menswear that complements their busy modern lifestyles.

“Our aim is to offer a more personalised and immersive experience that enhances our online presence.”

T.M Lewin was founded by Thomas Mayes Lewin and Geoffrey James Lewin in London back in 1898, and supplied the RAF and with uniforms during the First World War.

The company made its shirts in Southend, until the late 1980s, when production moved overseas.

And T.M Lewin isn't the only popular store that has made a shock return the high street.

Cath Kidston opened up a brand new store last October, after going into administration in June 2023.

Renowned for its charming floral designs and quirky vintage-style , Cath Kidston had been a beloved fixture on the British high street since 1993.

However, the retailer crashed into administration following falling profits, and was forced to close all its doors in 2023.

acquired the Cath Kidston brand, meaning people could continue to buy online and at the retailer's stores.

However, on October 18, 2024, a new store opened at Westfield White City, London.

Cath Kidston teased the return on with images of the hoardings branded with its familiar florals.

In the post, it said: “Why yes. Yes, you guessed right.

“We do indeed we have a new home opening soon. Can anyone tell where in London we'll be opening our doors?”

Reacting to the post, one shopper said: “I was heartbroken when the stores closed!

“I am so happy to hear this.”

Another said: “Really missed your shops! Can't wait to go to Westfield White City.”

However, despite these opening showing a glimmer of hope for the high street, many companies, such asand , continue to close stores.