The Next Evolution: How Harvey Nichols Becomes a Luxury Ecosystem Play The proposed acquisition of Harvey Nichols by Next plc has sent shockwaves through the luxury retail community, with many questioning the logic behind such a move.
But scratch beneath the surface, and what appears to be an incongruous pairing reveals itself to be a masterstroke in strategic planning.
For years, Next has been building a business that operates far beyond its high street fashion roots.