Online Retailers29 Mar 2020 04:26
Marks and Spencer is maintaining its online operations and citing government advice that people should use home delivery services to avoid going out if possible.
Other fashion retailers in Europe are trying to keep their online businesses going, saying they are confident they can ensure social distancing.
Spain's Inditex, the company behind the Zara brand, has also said its online business remains in operation.
Pure online fashion retailer ASOS, which has a large fully automated warehouse in the northern English town of Barnsley, with on average 300 people per shift, is also still running.
Rival Boohoo said it is carrying on, utilising its two distribution centres in Sheffield and Burnley, also in northern England.
People's orders reflect the current crisis.
Items currently selling well include everyday basics such as socks, underwear, leggings and children's wear, an M&S spokeswoman said.
That echoes comments from Europe's biggest pure online fashion retailer Zalando which said this week that demand for athleisure and gear for yoga and running has risen as people are forced to work – and exercise – at home.