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Henri-Lloyd names Kestin Hare as creative director

British fashion brand and sailing apparel specialist Henri-Lloyd has named Kestin Hare as its new creative director and announced its return to the wholesale market. Hare, founder of Scottish-based menswear brand Kestin, joins the heritage brand as it celebrates its 60th anniversary under new ownership and will introduce a premium product that...

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Odlo to acquire British sailing brand Henri-Lloyd

Swiss performance sportswear Odlo International AG has agreed to acquire the 60-year-old sailing and lifestyle label Henri-Lloyd for an undisclosed sum. In a statement, the Manchester-based Henri-Lloyd said that it would remain in the UK, “in its home city,” but would also “collaborate closely” with the Odlo group, owned by private equity firm...

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Ben Ainslie joins Henri Lloyd as technical advisor

British fashion brand and sailing apparel specialist Henri Lloyd has appointed Sir Ben Ainslie as a non-executive director of its board and will also become chief technical advisor on product development. Ainslie is considered one of the most successful Olympic sailors of all time, winning five Olympic medals, three of which were gold....