Topshop to open store in Shanghai

British fashion brand looks to expand presence in China with local alliance

British fashion brand Topshop is opening its first flagship store in China in Shanghai this September.

The British company, owned by the Arcadia group, said the expansion follows the acquisition of its Chinese mainland franchise by Beijing-based luxury online retailer Shangpin.com. Arcadia also owns the Topman, Dorothy Perkins, Miss Selfridge, Wallis, Evans and Burton brands.