THE OUTNET EXPANDS ITS MENSWEAR EXPERIENCE WITH U.S. LAUNCH

by John Russel Jones

The Outnet announced today the launch of its menswear shopping experience in the United States. Part of YOOX NET-A-PORTER, the luxury discount shopping site offers more than 350 designer fashion brands at up to 70% off. The U.S. launch follows a successful launch this March in the United Kingdom, as well as the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions.

The U.S. experience includes a dedicated menswear homepage, as well as focused editorial and marketing campaigns. Available categories will mirror the womenswear site, providing a full product offering. In conjunction with the launch, The Outnet’s resale service will add the option to resell menswear in exchange for store credit with an extra 10% incentive or direct bank transfer once sold.

Since its launch in 2009, The Outnet has built strong relationships with leading luxury brands, offering a strong roster of designer womenswear labels, and presenting a unique past-season assortment. Extending its buying strategy to its menswear offering, the site provides a curated edit from established brand partners complemented by new brands including Canali and Officine Generale.  (On Tuesday, the site included products from Acne Studios, Burberry, Fred Perry, Ermenegildo Zegna, and Z Zegna, among others. ) Catering to a global audience with a local approach, launching menswear in the U.S is an exciting step and a natural progression in brand strategy supporting gr.owth and new customer acquisition across its key markets worldwide.

“Over the past 10 years, The Outnet has offered a curated selection of previous-season designer womenswear brands at up to 70% off and is extremely excited to be adding menswear into the assortment,” says Emma Mortimer, Managing Director. “We have a fantastic selection of brands, including established partners like Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, Sandro, rag & bone, and Acne Studios. We’re thrilled to launch menswear just in time for the summer season.”