Vern's
Vern's is a Malaysian women's footwear and handbag brand founded in 2005 by Ng Chuan Hoo. It sells heels, wedges, flats and bags through more than 60 outlets and its own online store.
| Founded | 2005 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Ng Chuan Hoo |
| Headquarters | Selangor, Malaysia |
| Outlets | More than 60 |
| Website | verns.com.my |
What is Vern's?
Vern's is a Malaysian retailer of fashionable women's footwear and handbags, headquartered in Selangor. It targets young and young at heart consumers.
History
The company was founded in 2005 by Ng Chuan Hoo. It launched its e-commerce platform in 2009 and has since grown to more than 60 outlets, many of them in major shopping malls across Malaysia, with a workforce of over 400 people.
Products and positioning
Vern's focuses on affordable, on trend styles for women:
- Heels and wedges
- Flats and other footwear
- Handbags
The business combines manufacturing, franchising and retail, allowing it to control product development and pricing.
Distribution
Products are sold through the brand's own and franchised outlets and its online store, verns.com.my. The company has also looked towards the wider Southeast Asian market.
Why it matters
Vern's is one of the Malaysian footwear labels that has built a national mall presence by pairing in house manufacturing with its own retail network.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Vern's?
Vern's was founded in 2005 by Ng Chuan Hoo in Malaysia.
What does Vern's sell?
Vern's sells women's heels, wedges, flats and handbags.