Sales at John Lewis declined by 7.9% last week compared to the same period last year as the hot weather hit trade.
Fashion sales fell by 3.5% overall although the weather boosted sales of summer clothing and sunglasses which rose by 27% and 79% respectively. Women’s own brand fashion also had a good week with sales climbing by 18%.
Home sales dropped by 13.5% despite a strong performance in the retailer’s outdoor living category. The weather also drove a 36% increase in sales of low tog duvets while sales of picnic products were up 27%. In addition, there were strong sales of reusable water bottles which saw an uplift of 26%.
