Crawley fashion store reopens today

The Laura Ashley chain reopened other branches in Horsham and Haywards Heath last week for similar sales.

The company, which began in the 1950s, says it will have ‘dramatic reductions’ on fashion in its stores.

It says its closing down sale launches with at least 50 per cent off fashion in-store and online, with all furniture having 30 per cent reductions.

Laura Ashley became famous for its unique printed fabrics. Over time, the brand grew to become the household name of today, synonymous with quality fashion, interiors and home furnishings.

The companyt says that, despite the store closures that will follow the ‘everything must go’ sale, the Laura Ashley brand will remain online - www.lauraashley.com - and at retailers nationwide.

The Sussex stores will continue to trade until further notice. A spokesman said: “There are some fantastic deals to be found in-store, as everything is now reduced and, with at least 50 per cent off fashion, we expect clothing ranges to sell out fast.

“We are extremely mindful of the current Covid crisis and customers can be assured that the store will be Covidsecure.”

A limited number of shoppers will be allowed in-store at any time.

A message from the Editor, Gary Shipton:

In order for us to continue to provide high quality and trusted local news, I am asking you to please purchase a copy of our newspapers.

With the coronavirus lockdown having a major impact on many of our local valued advertisers - and consequently the advertising that we receive - we are more reliant than ever on you helping us to provide you with news and information by buying a copy of our newspapers.

Our journalists are highly trained and our content is independently regulated by IPSO to some of the most rigorous standards in the world. But being your eyes and ears comes at a price. So we need your support more than ever to buy our newspapers during this crisis.

Stay safe, and best wishes.