tiahatti
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So sad for their staff. I bought a lot of Joules.
Joules clothing going into administration
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Backtoblack
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latterly I think thew quality of their products has gone downhill. Sad to see it go though.
sunleychops
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Schoffell gilet, white skinny jeans, Holland Cooper top and tan Fairfax and Favour boots because they are all clones
Bobthecob15
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Totally agree, the quality isn't anywhere near as good as it used to be sadly, their Breton tops used to last years but now they are super thin and found they shrink.
Another company doing too much, they should have focused on their staples but they have diversified so much now.
Crew is terrible!! Their clothes do not wash well at all, really poor.
Such a shame for the staff on the run up to Christmas
Bobthecob15
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So practical too ?
Tiddlypom
Carries on creakily
Info for anyone who may have outstanding orders due from Joules.
Lisa Webb, consumer rights expert at Which?, said: “The news that Joules is entering administration will be devastating for its employees, as well as a real concern for customers with orders placed – as exercising your rights is not always straightforward in these circumstances.
“When a company is in administration, it may not accept the return of items.
“Many customers may find themselves in a situation where items have not been delivered. It is always worth trying to claim for a refund in these situations, but customers should know it is not guaranteed. The cost of repairs for faulty items could still be claimed if they came with a warranty.
“If you’ve bought something on your credit card costing more than £100, the card provider is jointly responsible for any breaches of contract.
“You can claim under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act if the item is faulty or not delivered.
“If you paid for goods that cost less than £100 on a credit or debit card, you may be able to claim under chargeback.”
Lisa Webb, consumer rights expert at Which?, said: “The news that Joules is entering administration will be devastating for its employees, as well as a real concern for customers with orders placed – as exercising your rights is not always straightforward in these circumstances.
“When a company is in administration, it may not accept the return of items.
“Many customers may find themselves in a situation where items have not been delivered. It is always worth trying to claim for a refund in these situations, but customers should know it is not guaranteed. The cost of repairs for faulty items could still be claimed if they came with a warranty.
“If you’ve bought something on your credit card costing more than £100, the card provider is jointly responsible for any breaches of contract.
“You can claim under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act if the item is faulty or not delivered.
“If you paid for goods that cost less than £100 on a credit or debit card, you may be able to claim under chargeback.”
Orangehorse
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It started with the founder selling at country shows, then it was hit badly by foot and mouth and so started to open shops.
Has it been taken over and the original Mr. Joules gone?
I have a few Joules things in my wardrobe, although I found that lately they seemed to be fashion wear and didn't wash or last very well.
Has it been taken over and the original Mr. Joules gone?
I have a few Joules things in my wardrobe, although I found that lately they seemed to be fashion wear and didn't wash or last very well.
teapot
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Tom Joule floated the company a few years ago. Not sure how much control he kept, if any.
smiggy
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I’m really hoping that they are planning on dispatching orders, as they are still taking orders on the website
canteron
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Look as trading as normal under administrators …
https://www.business-live.co.uk/retail-consumer/tom-joule--who-started-25512431.amp
https://www.business-live.co.uk/retail-consumer/tom-joule--who-started-25512431.amp
dogatemysalad
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It's sad to see the decline of Joules. The coffee shop in MH used to be my favourite place with the old brown labador greeting every vistor in the hopes of sharing some of their fabulous cakes, followed by a visit to the clothes shop next door.
In the early days, the clothes were such good quality. I still have coats and tops that are 20 years old. It was disappointing to see the quality and designs go down hill as the company expanded. Like so many other businesses, they expand, sell poorer products, have a few boom years and then when the customers notice the difference, the brand goes to the wall.
In the early days, the clothes were such good quality. I still have coats and tops that are 20 years old. It was disappointing to see the quality and designs go down hill as the company expanded. Like so many other businesses, they expand, sell poorer products, have a few boom years and then when the customers notice the difference, the brand goes to the wall.
Backtoblack
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who'll be next I wonder. Schoffel look seriously overpriced and everywhere I look Fat face has adverts ,wonder how they are doing, stuggling? or not? I find Crew clothing to be poor quality sadly.
Billyandme
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Sorry to see Joules going under but as others have said quality has nosedived..
As for the comments about the youngsters in white skinny jeans, holland cooper and Fairfax and favour boots. How the heck do they afford them,. 150 quid for a Schoffel gilet, 400 quid for a pair of Fairfax and favour boots. It's eye-watering the prices. I thought we were in a recession.
As for the comments about the youngsters in white skinny jeans, holland cooper and Fairfax and favour boots. How the heck do they afford them,. 150 quid for a Schoffel gilet, 400 quid for a pair of Fairfax and favour boots. It's eye-watering the prices. I thought we were in a recession.
dogatemysalad
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I really like Schoffel, but even sale prices are high. Fat Face is reasonable and I can usually find something nice from there. The clothes fit and wash well. It's nice every day wear.
Disappointed in Crew and Seasalt. Some of the clothes that I've bought in the last year were lovely until I washed them. Don't know what's happened to the fabrics and dyes they using, but they don't seem fond of my washing machine.
I'm running out of choices....
ihatework
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Barton Bounty
If you heard the rumours it is probably true 😂
This makes me laugh, its also true. One girl at my last yard was like this, all the gear and nae idea ?
lannerch
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No idea but they do , even those on minimum wage I think the secret is they still live at home
Honey08
Waffled a lot!
Joules must have spent a fortune on stands/sponsorship at big events. I’ll miss them at the big horse trials. What will all the event volunteers wear now!!
The Bouncing Bog Trotter
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The order I placed over the weekend has arrived today so hopefully good news for those also waiting on orders.
teapot
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Kunoichi73
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Looks like Next are stepping in to take over: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63807159
Good news for most of the employees.
Good news for most of the employees.
Meredith
riding reluctantly into the sunset
I am visiting a city for a few days and came upon a Joules shop this afternoon.
The window display announced the administrators were in charge and a sale was in progress. I went inside. There was nothing of interest.
Too many tops with dark flowers round the neckline and the same boring stripes.
The window display announced the administrators were in charge and a sale was in progress. I went inside. There was nothing of interest.
Too many tops with dark flowers round the neckline and the same boring stripes.