Topman is one of the UK's best-known men's fashion brands, founded in 1978 as the menswear counterpart to Topshop under the Burton Group (later Arcadia Group). For decades it built a reputation for accessible, trend-led clothing that covered everything from sharp tailoring to casual streetwear, making British men's style available on the high street at competitive prices.
The Topman catalogue showcased a broad range spanning formal suits and office-ready separates through to casual weekend wear, vintage-inspired pieces and seasonal collections. Designer collaborations and partnerships with labels such as Converse, Hype and Selected Homme gave shoppers access to branded styles alongside Topman's own ranges. Whether updating a work wardrobe or building a weekend look, the range was designed to cover every occasion.
Topman was known for bringing catwalk-inspired looks to the high street quickly. New ranges refreshed regularly with seasonal collections, meaning shoppers could find current cuts, prints and colourways without paying premium prices. The brand's eNewsletter kept subscribers informed of new arrivals, exclusive offers and upcoming ranges before they went on general sale.
Registered members received access to exclusive discounts and early-access promotions, making it easier to shop new releases at reduced prices. Regular offers across the full range meant that refreshing a wardrobe - from accessories and jewellery through to coats and shoes - could be done cost-effectively throughout the year.
Topman was founded in 1978 by the Burton Group, which later became the Arcadia Group. It was created as a menswear counterpart to the women's fashion brand Topshop, targeting a similar appetite for affordable, trend-led clothing.
Topman's range covered a wide spectrum of menswear: suits, shirts, t-shirts, casual shorts, jeans, winter coats, tweed jackets, office shoes and accessories. The catalogue included both its own-brand designs and collaborations with labels such as Converse, Hype and Selected Homme.
Yes. Topman operated a members club through its eNewsletter programme, giving subscribers early notice of new ranges, exclusive discounts and promotional offers not available to general browsers.
Topman was primarily a UK high street brand but also traded internationally, with standalone stores and concessions in a number of countries, as well as an online presence that extended its reach beyond physical retail locations.
Topman's parent company Arcadia Group went into administration in late 2020, leading to the closure of all high street stores. The brand was subsequently acquired by ASOS in February 2021 and relaunched as an online-only retailer.
As of 2024, Topman continues to trade online. ASOS sold a 75% stake in Topshop and Topman to Danish fashion group Bestseller in September 2024, giving the brands new backing for their continued online operation.
Note: this brochure is from our archive. Topman is no longer available through Catalink; the information above reflects the brand at the time this catalogue was current.
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