House of CB, a British designer lifestyle womenswear brand, was founded by Conna Walker in 2010, the brand quickly ascended from its humble beginnings on eBay to becoming a fashion empire beloved by celebrities worldwide. This blog post explores the journey of House of CB, tracing its evolution from a teenage entrepreneur’s bedroom in London to an international fashion powerhouse.
What is the House of CB?
House of CB is a London-based women’s fashion retailer founded by Conna Walker in 2010, initially known as Celeb Boutique. The brand specializes in affordable, designer-inspired party clothing, focusing on creating an hourglass silhouette. Its product offerings include evening dresses, accessories, fitness lines, and a bridal collection. House of CB uses a strong social media presence, engaging influencers to boost visibility. Notable milestones include collaborations with celebrities like Beyoncé, Khloé Kardashian, and Gigi Hadid. The brand has diversified and is available at major retailers…
like Nordstrom and Selfridges. Timeline 2009: Conna Walker starts selling wholesale fashion items on eBay under Celeb Boutique. 2010: Official foundation of House of CB. 2014: Rebranded from Celeb Boutique to House of CB, transitioned to in-house designs, key expansion via social media.
2016: Gained significant celebrity endorsements, solidifying presence on the red carpet. 2019: Opened standalone stores in the UK and US; Walker was described as a young designer mogul. 2020: Continuation of in-house designing and rapid market expansion.
2021: Sustained growth through innovative marketing strategies despite global challenges. 2022: Expansion of flagship locations, further establishing an international presence. 2024: Reached 4.5 million Instagram followers, continued global expansion, with new plans for locations like Dubai.
Foundation and Early Years 2009: The journey of House of CB began when a 17-year-old Conna Walker started selling wholesale garments on eBay under the name Celeb Boutique. 2010: Officially founded in 2010, House of CB was born out of Walker’s bedroom in London…
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