For those who keep abreast of fashion news, Christmas has come early this year. Matchesfashion—the luxury retailer with a famous bricks-and-mortar presence as well as an e-commerce platform set up by the Chapmans (Ruth and Tom)—is making its return having shuttered last year. Not only that, Raey, its much-loved in-house label that was mourned far and wide by editors, will also be resurrected.
According to the Business of Fashion, the intellectual property rights have been purchased by Hulcan, whose co-founders, Mario Maher and Joe Wilkinson, are dedicated to honouring the brand's past while ensuring its future success. In a statement, Maher said: "We’re committed to preserving the heritage of Matches while driving its digital transformation, and to shaping the next chapter of Raey with a clear and distinctive voice."
