Portmans
Myer · Australia
Portmans is an Australian womenswear retailer. Formerly part of Just Group under Premier Investments, it became part of the department store group Myer in January 2025.
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Segment | Womenswear |
| Acquired by Just Group | May 2002 |
| Owner | Myer (since January 2025) |
| Website | portmans.com.au |
What is Portmans?
Portmans is an Australian fashion brand selling womenswear through its own store network and online. It is one of the specialty apparel chains that historically sat within Just Group.
History
Just Group acquired Portmans in May 2002, adding it to a portfolio that included Just Jeans, Jay Jays, Jacqui E, Dotti and Peter Alexander. Premier Investments took a controlling interest in Just Group in 2008.
In October 2024 Myer agreed to acquire Premier's apparel division, issuing new shares to Premier in return. After shareholder approval, Portmans and its sister apparel brands became part of Myer in January 2025, while Peter Alexander and Smiggle remained with Premier Investments.
Why it matters
The move of Portmans into Myer brought a department store operator and a group of specialty chains under one roof, a notable consolidation in Australian fashion retail. It places Portmans alongside Just Jeans and other former Just Group labels inside a single listed retail group.
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Portmans?
Portmans has been part of the Australian department store group Myer since January 2025, after Myer acquired Premier Investments' apparel brands.
What does Portmans sell?
Portmans sells women's clothing.