Farfetch Launches 90-Minute Delivery Service from Gucci Stores in Ten Cities Across Four Continents

Farfetch, the online platform to shop the world’s greatest selection of luxury, is pleased to announce the launch of a new delivery service in exclusive partnership with Gucci: Store to Door in 90 Minutes.

Farfetch customers can choose their most coveted pieces from a range of Gucci ready-to-wear, bags and accessories that will be delivered directly from participating Gucci stores in just 90 minutes - from the time an order is placed, to delivery of purchase. The service is accessible via the Farfetch website and app and is fulfilled directly from select Gucci stores across 4 continents, in the following 10 global cities: London, New York, Dubai, Los Angeles, Madrid, Miami, Milan, Paris, Sao Paulo and Tokyo. Once placed, each order will be delivered from the respective store via dedicated Farfetch couriers.

“Known for their cutting edge fashion, retail excellence and ability to anticipate customer needs, Gucci is the perfect partner to launch this service with. Time is the new luxury and one that we all want more of. At Farfetch we want to give that luxury back to our customers by making as many delivery options available as possible. If you need just the right dress or pair of shoes for dinner that night, we can make sure you have it wherever you are.” José Neves, CEO and founder of Farfetch, said.

Marco Bizzarri, Gucci President & CEO commented, "We are pleased to collaborate with Farfetch on Store to Door in 90 Minutes. This service represents the type of new service level that the luxury fashion industry needs to embrace in order to meet the ever-increasing expectation among luxury customers today, for an outstanding level of service that is flexible and seamless across channels and geographical locations."

Farfetch already offers Express delivery to over 190 countries, Click and Collect in 24 markets and Same Day Delivery in 9 cities. The new 90-minute delivery service was developed to take this one step further and offer customers a more local and immediate, luxury solution.

 

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90 minutes delivery will apply only to eligible postcodes in each of the 10 cities. If customers do not receive their items within 90 minutes, the delivery charge will be refunded. If they change their mind, the courier can return to collect items the same day.

About Gucci

Founded in Florence in 1921, Gucci is one of the world’s leading luxury fashion brands, with a renowned reputation for creativity, innovation and Italian craftsmanship. Gucci is part of the Kering Group, a world leader in apparel and accessories that owns a portfolio of powerful luxury and sport and lifestyle brands. For further information about Gucci, visit www.gucci.com

 

 

About Farfetch

Farfetch is the online platform to shop the world’s greatest selection of luxury. The e-commerce platform partners with the world’s best luxury boutiques and brands, located from Tokyo to Toronto and from Milan to Miami. This unique business model guarantees an unparalleled range of pieces to shop; from established luxury brands to the most interesting new designers and one-of-a-kind styles.

Founded in 2008 by the Portuguese entrepreneur José Neves, Farfetch is translated in 9 languages and services customers as a website and on-the-go app, making it easier than ever to shop luxury fashion. Offices are found in 11 cities globally and Farfetch express ships from partners to over 190 countries worldwide.

In 2015 Farfetch developed proprietary business units Farfetch Black & White and Store of the Future to provide key technology and business solutions for brands and retailers to facilitate growth and champion innovation. The Brand also added renowned London boutique Browns to its portfolio in 2015.

In May 2016 Farfetch secured a Series F round of investment of US $110 million, led by new investors Temasek, IDG Capital Partners and Eurazeo with existing investor Vitruvian Partners also participating in the round. The company is currently valued at over US $1 billion.

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