Clarins to Exit Hudson’s Bay Stores in Canada

The high-end cosmetic brand, including skincare and makeup, has been a staple in Hudson’s Bay stores for years. Clarins and Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) described the decision to part ways as mutual.

In emails to CTVNews.ca, representatives from both companies emphasized that changes to their brand matrix are a normal part of business operations.

Tiffany Bourré, Vice-President of Corporate Communications with Hudson’s Bay in Toronto, stated, “Clarins has been a valued brand partner to Hudson’s Bay, and this decision was made mutually.” Leila Yahyaoui, public relations director for Clarins Canada, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the natural evolution of business relationships.

“The long-term relationship between our two companies has always been underlined by values and principles. Clarins and Hudson’s Bay have mutually agreed to this decision,” she said. However, neither company provided specific reasons for the withdrawal or detailed plans for Clarins’ presence in Canada…