FRANKLIN & MARSHALL OPENS FIRST STORE IN THE UK IN SEVEN DIALS

Seven Dials, London welcomes Franklin & Marshall, the independent Italian fashion brand, for its first ever UK store debut in April 2014. The brand's new 2,654 sq ft flagship spans two floors and is located at 47-49 Neal Street in Seven Dials.
Franklin & Marshall was established in 1999 by two entrepreneurs' passion for vintage sports style and iconic clothing, The store will encompass the values and traditions that the Verona- based company wishes to communicate to their consumers through the world of varsity sports lifestyle. Not only will the store carry their new SS14 men's and women's apparel and accessories line but will also stock exclusive collaborations.
Giuseppe Albarelli, co-founder of Franklin & Marshall says "Since Franklin & Marshall launched over 14 years ago, we have increased our retail growth and expansion by opening stores globally, including Dubai, Rome, Tokyo and our home country Italy. We are really excited about opening our first store in the UK, as the launch of the London flagship store will only cement our global growth and position in the market."
Franklin & Marshall joins other international young fashion brands in Seven Dials, such as El Ganso, Lee Jeans, Havaianas, Pepe, Camper, Nike, Dr Martens, Diesel, Urban Outfitters, Superga, Carhartt and Size on Neal Street in Seven Dials.
Other recent additions to Seven Dials' line-up of international brand's UK flagships include
Industrie, Caudalie, Shu Umera and Le Coq Sportif.
Seven Dials is home to over 150 shops, including international flagships and concept stores, renowned beauty and grooming salons as well as over 50 vibrant cafes, restaurants, bars and

pubs. The area comprises of Monmouth Street, Earlham Street, Neal Street, Shorts Gardens, Neal's Yard, Endell Street, Shelton Street, Mercer Street and the Seven Dials monument. Combined with 2 luxury hotels, five theatres, two private members clubs, a large number of apartments and offices, including the UK headquarters of Facebook, Seven Dials is a unique retail and leisure destination in the heart of London.

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