Club L London
Katie Randev, 38, started this Manchester fashion retailer as an import-export wholesale business in 2007. But it wasn't until ten years later, when Club L began selling direct to consumers, that the business really took off. Sales of items ranging from prom and party dresses to maternity and bridal collections helped Club L to turn over £67 million in the 12 months to March this year. Growth has been helped by its 1.1 million followers on Instagram and expansion into markets including the US and Middle East.
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