In a pre-pack administration deal, Next agreed to acquire Cath Kidston’s brand name, domain names and intellectual property.

The cathkidston.com domain will be licenced back to the administrators for a period of up to 12 weeks to clear stock ahead of its relaunch under Next’s ownership.

Last July, Cath Kidston was acquired by private equity firm Hilco Global.

At the time Cath Kidston’s non-executive chair Marty Wikstrom said the deal would accelerate Cath Kidston’s growth moving forward and she described Hilco’s team as having “considerable expertise in branded fashion and consumer businesses”.

In February, Hilco Capital put the company back up for sale.

Cath Kidston first collapsed into administration in 2020 with the loss of nearly 1,000 jobs.

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

It was established by its eponymous founder in 1993 and became a high street fixture with scores of standalone shops.

Like many retailers, its fortunes were hit by the pandemic, forcing it into insolvency just under three years ago.

Just Style Excellence Awards - The Benefits of Entering

Gain the recognition you deserve! The Just Style Excellence Awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact. By entering, you showcase your achievements, elevate your industry profile, and position yourself among top leaders driving apparel and textile industry advancements. Don’t miss your chance to stand out—submit your entry today!

Nominate Now