New Look Store Closures – What Liquidation Means for Resellers & Overstock Buyers
When I first saw the headlines about New Look going into liquidation in Ireland, I immediately thought of two things: the hundreds of jobs being affected—and the inventory that will likely enter the discount and resale market.
If you’re in the fashion resale or boutique business like I am, you know that store closures often mean bulk clearance, overstock pallets, and returns being offloaded—fast and cheap.
Let me break down what’s happening and how it could benefit you as a small business owner or reseller.
🔥 What’s Going On With New Look?
In February 2025, New Look confirmed the closure of 26 stores in Ireland, affecting over 340 jobs. The company cited a review of its Irish business and appointed provisional liquidators to wind down operations in that region. According to reports from BBC, Independent, and Drapers, store closures will continue into late 2025.
While this is specific to Ireland, history has shown us that when a major fashion retailer enters liquidation or restructures, inventory from other locations may be consolidated, redirected, or offloaded at low prices to liquidators, jobbers, and wholesale marketplaces.
🛍️ What Does This Mean for Resellers?
As someone who’s built a fashion business sourcing from liquidation sales, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful these moments can be. Here’s what to expect and how to prepare:
✅ 1. Discounted Inventory Opportunities
Expect clearance sales in-store and online at massive markdowns (up to 70%).
Items not sold may be bundled into liquidation pallets and sold to wholesalers or auction platforms.
✅ 2. Rise in Liquidation Listings
Keep an eye on UK-based liquidation auction sites like:
These platforms sometimes get overstock or unsold retail goods from closing stores.
✅ 3. Repricing Opportunities
New Look’s products span women’s fashion, menswear, footwear, and accessories—perfect for boutiques and online stores selling trendy, affordable pieces.
Buy low, relabel or re-merchandise, and resell with a 30–60% markup depending on your platform and audience.
📦 What to Watch Out For
Not all liquidation deals are created equal. From my experience, here’s how to avoid rookie mistakes:
Condition matters: Ask if it’s new with tags (NWT), customer returns, or damaged.
Don’t overcommit: Start small. Test a batch before buying multiple pallets.
Shipping costs: Pallets can be cheap, but freight isn’t. Make sure to calculate total landed costs.
Resale compliance: If you’re reselling in the UK/EU, double-check labeling and compliance rules, especially for items like cosmetics or shoes.
🛒 Can You Buy Direct from New Look?
New Look doesn’t offer a direct liquidation portal like Amazon or Costco. But they do have a sale section on their website with heavy discounts, and they sometimes partner with third-party clearance firms to offload inventory.
You won’t find official “New Look Liquidation Pallets,” but these items often appear under generic listings on liquidation platforms or local jobbers.
💡 My Tip for Boutique Owners
If you’re just starting out or scaling a fashion boutique, this is your chance to source trendy items affordably.
Look out for:
Last-season styles
Outlet or surplus stock
Footwear bundles
Accessories that pair well with your current inventory
Liquidation stock sells fast when styled well and marketed as “exclusive clearance finds.”
🙋♀️ Final Thoughts
As a sourcing agent and boutique consultant, I always tell my students and clients: the opportunity is in the chaos.
New Look’s liquidation might be bad news for the brand—but it’s a hidden window for smart fashion resellers to stock up and profit.
Just move fast, verify your suppliers, and always run your numbers before purchasing.
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