It all started in Manchester in the late 80s, a time of thriving youth subcultures; skateboarding and bmxing were on the rise and the ‘madchester’ music scene was about to take the world by storm.
 
Bench was at the heart of this energetic, exciting time, taking its inspiration from the people around it to make innovative, relaxed clothing, purpose built for the urban world they lived in.
 
Back then Bench was a brand worn by people whose sole purpose was to wait for the weekend and go out in style. Office workers whose primary mode of self-expression was the person they became in the middle of a field surrounded by thousands of their peers. A stuffy pub that closed at 11 o’clock was not a big enough stage.
 
This generation was the first to want to ‘large’ their weekend. This generation paved the way for mainstream UK culture. And Bench is still at the very heart of that volatile energy.
 
These strong roots and this energy now resonates globally, with presence in over 30 countries and our own stores in the UK, Canada , Germany, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria, Poland, Czech Republic, South Africa, and Russia.
 
From our humble beginnings to our global status, we’ve stayed relevant and true by constantly striving to create innovative, fashionable clothes inspired by real people and the real lives they lead.
 
We are present in iconic and eclectic music festivals, clubs and events worldwide, bringing our dynamic Bench energy to our people in their moments.

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Jean-Philippe Durrios

Kaye Delos Santos

Jamie Souto

Meagan le

Ingo Sander

The Sales and Retail Team at Bench is responsible for engaging customers, driving store sales, and maintaining exemplary service standards in its global locations. This team ensures that merchandising aligns with the brand's innovative and fashionable identity, manages in-store operations, and fosters a dynamic shopping environment. Team members collaborate to create memorable experiences that reflect Bench's energetic roots, from assisting customers to coordinating sales strategies.

Sales and Retail Team

The Ecommerce and Creative team at Bench works collaboratively to enhance the brand's online presence and creative output. This team combines expertise in digital retail strategies (led by the Director of Ecommerce & Marketplace) with visually compelling product displays (Visual Merchandiser, Creative Studio Manager) and innovative design (Designer). The team's efforts are supported by roles that ensure seamless online operations and customer engagement (Ecommerce Coordinator, Ecommerce Specialist, Customer Engagement Coordinator), while creative content is meticulously coordinated and produced (Senior Production Coordinator, Creative Editor). Models play a key part by showcasing the innovative, fashionable clothes inspired by real people.

Ecommerce And Creative

The Product Development Team at Bench is responsible for creating innovative and fashionable clothing that embodies the dynamic and energetic spirit of the brand. This team collaborates closely to design and develop garments that meet the needs of the urban lifestyle, ensuring each piece reflects the unique culture and values of Bench. From conceptualization to final product, they oversee the entire development process, ensuring high quality and trend-setting designs that resonate with real people globally.

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