SPY Henry Lau
SPY Henry Lau is a Hong Kong fashion label and retail chain created by designer Henry Lau, who opened his first Spy store in 1998. It offers trend-led collections for young, fashion-conscious customers.
| First store | 1998, Tsim Sha Tsui |
|---|---|
| Designer | Henry Lau |
| Education | Hong Kong Polytechnic University |
| Mainland entry | Beijing franchise, 2003 |
| Website | spyhenrylau.com |
What is SPY Henry Lau?
SPY Henry Lau is the label and retail chain of Hong Kong designer Henry Lau. Born in Hong Kong in 1973, Lau began designing as a student at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, graduating in fashion design in 1995. He joined a fashion house in 1996 and opened his own studio in 1997.
History
- 1998: Spy Theatre opens at the Rise commercial building in Tsim Sha Tsui, with a mission to dress young and trendy customers
- 2000: second shop opens in Causeway Bay
- 2001: a third Causeway Bay shop opens as a couture house
- 2003: first franchised shop opens in Beijing
Products and positioning
The label produces seasonal fashion collections, from the early Spy at Sea autumn and winter collection in 1998 to Street Sophistication in 2014. Lau has also designed costumes, showpieces and event designs for corporate clients including Nokia, De Beers and Motorola.
Why it matters
SPY Henry Lau is one of the few Hong Kong designer labels to build its own retail chain and expand into mainland China through franchising, making it a reference for local designer entrepreneurship.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded SPY Henry Lau?
SPY Henry Lau was created by Hong Kong designer Henry Lau, who opened his first Spy store in Tsim Sha Tsui in 1998.
Where is SPY Henry Lau from?
SPY Henry Lau is a fashion label and retail chain from Hong Kong.