Global technology platform for the luxury fashion industry, Farfetch, and luxury international department store, Harvey Nichols have signed a multi-year, global partnership deal that will see the retailer become the first department store to join the Farfetch platform. The partnership will allow Harvey Nichols to tap into Farfetch’s e-commerce and logistics platform and allow shoppers to buy from Harvey Nichols worldwide. Customers will also benefit from Farfetch services including in-store return and same-day delivery. Furthermore, the companies will explore additional retail and technology initiatives in the UK, while Harvey Nichols will also leverage its international presence to explore further collaboration with Farfetch internationally.

Sir Dickson Poon, Chairman and Owner of Harvey Nichols, said: “This partnership demonstrates Harvey Nichols’ commitment to embracing cutting-edge digital technology, to create a model of the future. We are delighted to be working with Farfetch, given its clear expertise in digital, and look forward to exploring where we can take this partnership in years to come. Harvey Nichols’ curation of the world’s best-loved brands will now be available all over the world.”

Harvey Nichols will launch on Farfetch in the second half of 2018.