American clothing brand The Gap to open locations in the Czech Republic

According to the report, an e-shop focused primarily on The Gap Logo and denim collections will launch operations as early as September; in addition, Gap will establish wholesale representation for the Czech and Slovak markets.

In terms of timing, The Gap released a statement saying, “The wholesale channel and exclusive retail stores will be gradually open from the end of 2020. The portfolio will be complemented by limited collections such as sustainable products known from Gap stores around the world.” 

CS Retail 1969 which owns and operates more than a hundred stores throughout the Czech Republic, will be the exclusive distributor of the Gap brand for the Czech and Slovak markets.

The company’s CEO Jan Fahoun told the Czech server, “We see both markets as a very interesting opportunity.” He goes on to say that the company will be able to offer an omnichannel shopping experience new and existing customers who may have only purchased Gap products abroad.

“The basis will be a fast and trouble-free shopping experience, regardless of whether the customer visits our store physically or remotely,” says Fahoun. No word as to where the physical stores will be located yet.

Established in San Francisco in 1969 as a denim and record shop, today Gap operates 1,643 stores globally. It includes Banana Republic, Old Navy, and several other flagship brands among its portfolio.