Clarks Marketplace will launch in early 2026, and will bring multiple trusted brands together under one Clarks ‘roof’, extending the shopping experience beyond footwear and offering consumers greater choice and convenience online.
The announcement follows recent moves by Clarks to diversify its offering for customers. Earlier this year, the brand launched Clarks branded school uniform clothing within selected Clarks retail stores and Clarks website for the first time, alongside an expanded range of adults and kids accessories including school bags, wallets, purses and bags.
Brands confirmed for the Clarks Marketplace launch
Confirmed brand partners set to feature on the new Clarks marketplace include the following (with further announcements to come):
| Apatchy London | Kettlewell Colours |
| Antler Luggage | Mini Cuddles |
| Celtic & Co | Tinc |
| Frugi | Toby Tiger |
| Hunter | Turtle Doves |
Checking out the brands gives an obvious steer to the adjacencies Clarks are considering, to sit alongside shoes, as they plan range extension through their marketplace. I’m already thinking that in the recent ‘back to school’ season, parents would have been shopping at Clarks so how about a marketplace offering for satchels and related products alongside the school shoes. And what about baby’s first shoes – what else could new parents be in the market for? Christmas is coming… what other seasonal goods might you be tempted to buy when purchasing those slippers as a gift?
If you think your brand is a suitable fit, tap up Clarks to be in with a chance of being a launch partner.
Clarks’ 200th Anniversary
The news coincides with Clarks’ 200th anniversary, a milestone the brand has been marking with a year-long programme of celebrations. Highlights include the release of its 200 Years documentary film, new UK store openings, consumer activations, and the launch of Pace, Clark’s first-ever performance walking shoe.
This year, the brand has also collaborated with leading British talent, including Martine Rose, Liam Gallagher and Nicholas Daley. In October, Clarks will release a luxury limited-edition commemorative coffee table book, titled From Somerset to The World, curated by Al Newman and independent publisher One Love Books. The book will showcase never-before-seen content from Clarks’ 200 years of rich archives.
This is an exciting step in Clarks’ growth journey. We’re committed to putting consumers first, and by partnering with like-minded brands that share our values of quality and value, we can deliver an enhanced shopping experience that reflects what today’s customers are looking for.
– Joe Ulloa, President for UK & Europe, Clarks
We are delighted to be one of the first brands announced to join the Clarks marketplace. Having successfully partnered with Clarks before, this is the perfect opportunity to grow together offering more families across the UK a selection of our colourful and sustainable baby and children’s products.
– Ben Allen, Wholesale Manager, Frugi
The Clarks Marketplace plans to open to UK consumers in Q1 2026, with more partners soon to be announced.
