John Lewis sales have risen by 3.4% year-on-year last week as shoppers bought products over the bank holiday weekend.
Electrical and home technology sales increased by 5.6%. Sales of electrical products were also up due to strong demand for vacuum cleaners and televisions.
Sales were also up 3.4% as womenswear accessories had a particularly good week with sales rising by 12.2%. Sales in the own brand womenswear category edged up 2.2% while menswear sales performed well with an uplift of 9.9%.
Meanwhile, home sales crept up 0.9% after being boosted by buoyant trade in the gifts, cook and dine category. The retailer’s summer Poolside collection was particularly popular with sales rising by 40%. In addition, outdoor furniture sales were up 14% compared to the corresponding week last year.
