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[she-ra] 26/2/2014 20:46

So your daughter is representative of all people her age then?

You see that's the problem with investing.People look at what they like or dislike.Or ask someone else who is of their target market.

I remember having a discussion with someone just before HMV went into administration with him arguing that he only bought CDs and didn't download as 'he' preferred hard copies. He didn't see the wider picture that the consumer around him was changing and that they would choose to cherry pick off any album through download and choose the usual 2 or 3 good songs and therefore be able to buy more of the good stuff off albums. Blinded by his preferences he would not accept anyone else's opinion.Downloads killed HMV and although they have been resurrected from administration with no website in which to purchase from if I want a DVD and all those expensive high st rentals they will no doubt disappear once more.

The point im making Longsight is that I am supposed to trust your daughter when I don't even know if she is representative of her peers. Infact how do I know you really do have a daughter and haven't just made it up to support your deramp.

Im sorry but im going to look at facts such as the increased orders from wholesalers and increased sales in the UK and European stores as evidence to getting it right.

This Nicole Fahri obsession and a complete lie is getting tedious.There was a revival after Nicole Fahri left. French Connection has invested heavily in marketing and new designers and even with that heavy investment has managed to keep the cash balances roughly the same and produce quite a significant turnaround.

As you admit you haven't done much research.I'll help you.Try and read the last trading update.

[longsight] 26/2/2014 20:32

we'll see how it plays out. I emphasise that I have done no serious research on FC. So just a gut reaction. Has Marks done this revival number before. Of course but it was with Nicole F. I really need to look into FC further - in the meantime my comments are not a deramp but more a question mark for others to make the bull case. On the clothes, that is my view [reinforced by my daughter who is young & therefore into fashion]

please ignore my views. I'm sure you guys will have put in some proper effort here & hopefully will make good money.

[she-ra] 26/2/2014 18:11

Wednesday 05 February, 2014


French Connection

Trading Statement

RNS Number : 3929Z

French Connection Group PLC

05 February 2014






5 February 2014



French Connection Group



Trading Update


"In the December to January period, UK/Europe Retail sales and margin were both better than expected and the UK wholesale forward order book is strong and shipments have been ahead of last year"

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Forward order book is strong. Obviously resellers think the clothes are awful too.

[she-ra] 26/2/2014 18:09

longsight - Ha ha ha!

[longsight] 26/2/2014 17:56

The model looks good. The clothes look awful, imo.

[philanderer] 26/2/2014 16:30

And a 250,000 @ 54.25p sell from first thing this morning just shown.

[philanderer] 26/2/2014 13:06

7thingsmedia win global French Connection digital media brief

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[she-ra] 26/2/2014 11:55

longsight - Yes I wish you had more time to do research as well.

[philanderer] 26/2/2014 09:33

and a 200,000 @ 54.25p.

Hopefully seller will clear soon.

[philanderer] 26/2/2014 08:41

100,000 @ 54.5p already showing today.

Looks as though that is a seller ?

[philanderer] 25/2/2014 16:54

100,000 @ 57.17p printed after the close

[philanderer] 25/2/2014 09:00

Nice mention in yesterday`s free London metro newspaper 'lifestyle pages'

'Spring sprinter trousers by French Connection'





'Urban Style – Loft Living At French Connection'

Home collection - photos..

[whatgoesupcomesdown] 24/2/2014 22:03

By yesterday I obviously meant previous session. Apologies for confusion

[wellhard] 24/2/2014 22:01

Tucked these away in my pant and sock draw for 18months, whats happening ???

[steveo18] 24/2/2014 21:58

am gonna have to get more of these

[she-ra] 24/2/2014 20:30

I think it was a sell but I also think there is some massive order being filled.

To change the subject I don't know why but that new 'F' logo really works but then the kids might think differently;who knows?

[philanderer] 24/2/2014 19:55

Missed this from last week...

"French Connection opens first store in Colombo"

French Connection, Britain's leading high street fashion brand opens its first exclusive store in Colombo. BMI Wholesale Trading Pvt Ltd, the master franchisee for French Connection in India and the Sub-continent has entered into an exclusive sub franchise agreement with Softlogic to market and distribute French Connection branded products in Sri Lanka.

"This is a key milestone in our international expansion plans and emphasises the global appeal of the French Connection brand. We are delighted to be working with the team at Softlogic and look forward to introducing French Connection to the growing affluent young consumers in Sri Lanka," said Vijay Murjani, Chairman and MD, BMI.

Speaking on the launch, Ashok Pathirage, Chairman, Softlogic said, "we are pleased to be partnering with French Connection UK, a brand that is well known and well accepted among a many of the fashion forward audiences in Sri Lanka.

We find this partnership a strategic fit as Softlogic too has a strong footing in the local retail industry and has long-term plans to add value and play a strong role in elevating the fashion retail market in the country. By bringing in French Connection to our country, we are confident of attracting the discerning ladies and gentleman, who will have access to the full range of the premier product offering from the brand."

The store, located at Bagatale Road, Colombo (facing Galle Road), resonates an edgy yet sleek environment that is both contemporary yet inviting.

Founded in 1972 by Stephen Marks, French Connection, the edgy, attitudinal, high street British fashion brand set out to create well-designed and fashion-forward clothing with a quirky spin on design.

It has more than 1,500 outlets across 25 countries worldwide.

[she-ra] 24/2/2014 19:50

WhatGoesUpComesDown - The LSE is open on a Sunday?

[whatgoesupcomesdown] 24/2/2014 19:43

I feel it is a sell from yesterday. Explaining the pull back yesterday and the tick up today when the last 10k were bought. But hey what do I know?

[philanderer] 24/2/2014 17:14

100,000 @ 56.67p printed after the close must have been a 'buy'

[amorruso] 24/2/2014 15:50

Good strong buying again.

[steveo18] 24/2/2014 14:02

FCCN rising