The Stray Ferret understands independent fashion retailer Jules B is set to close its Harrogate store.
The womenswear boutique, which took on the former Jaeger unit on Cambridge Crescent, opened in September 2022.
It is one of five Jules B stores, with two each in Jesmond in Newcastle-upon- Tyne and Kendal in Cumbria.
However, the Stray Ferret today received multiple reports to say that the Harrogate branch will close next week.
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Owners Julian and Rhonda Blades opened the doors of their first womenswear store in 1984, in Jesmond.
The company, which also has an online store, now employs more than 80 people.
It sells a range of high-end brands, including Ganni, Le Specs, Paul Smith and Vivienne Westwood.
The Stray Ferret has approached Jules B for comment but has not had an immediate response.
Fashion retailer Jules B set to open new Harrogate store tomorrowLuxury fashion retailer Jules B is set to open a new store in Harrogate tomorrow.
The boutique, which will be in the former Jaeger unit on Cambridge Crescent, will sell womenswear.
The retailer offers collections by designers including Oska, Holland Cooper, NU London, Rag and Bone and Barbour International.
Owners Julian Blades and his wife, Rhona, opened their first womenswear store in Jesmond in 1984.
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Mr Blades said its brands “will be perfect for the sophisticated customer demographic in Harrogate and surrounding areas”.
He added:
“After years of planning to find the perfect location, our newest and biggest store in Harrogate is an inspiring womenswear shopping destination that covers two fantastic floors.
“We knew the time was right when the old Jaeger unit became available as it perfectly suits the Jules B aesthetic.”
An official launch event will take place on September 22.