Lion of Porches

Lion of Porches is a Portuguese fashion brand with British-inspired styling, owned by Textil Caes de Pedra of Guimarães. It sells clothing for women, men and children, along with leather goods and outerwear.

What is Lion of Porches?

Lion of Porches is a fashion brand belonging to Textil Caes de Pedra, a company based in Guimarães in northern Portugal. The label has its roots in the United Kingdom and began as a menswear brand before developing into a full family wardrobe.

History

Textil Caes de Pedra acquired the brand in 2007. After the acquisition the company stopped producing for third parties and concentrated on the design, manufacturing and distribution of Lion of Porches. Around 90% of production is made in Portugal.

Products and positioning

The collections cover womenswear, menswear and childrenswear, with additional items such as leather goods and parkas. The brand is described as British-inspired, known for quality fabrics, fine detailing and a contemporary look, aimed at customers who want well-designed pieces for everyday life.

Distribution

Beyond Portugal, Lion of Porches has expanded through franchised stores and department store corners. In Spain it opened franchise stores in Lugo, Zamora and Huelva, followed by Vigo, and operates corners in El Corte Inglés. It has also had stores in Angola, Mozambique and Iran, and presents its collections at Pitti Uomo.

Why it matters

Lion of Porches is an example of a Portuguese textile manufacturer turning itself into a brand owner, using domestic production and franchising to build an international retail footprint.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Lion of Porches from?

Lion of Porches is a Portuguese brand owned by Textil Caes de Pedra of Guimarães, with roots in the United Kingdom.

What does Lion of Porches sell?

It sells womenswear, menswear and childrenswear, plus leather goods and outerwear such as parkas.

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