Mary Portas is convinced she has spotted a gap in the fashion market: a store that gives 40-something women sexy, stylish clothes instead of the middle-aged frump or skimpy teenage fashion currently available.
After months knocking on the doors of Britain's major retailers to find a backer, and just when she's running out of options, one of Britain's oldest department stores decides to back her vision. Mary is handed the biggest concession they've ever had. But there's a catch - the CEO expects her to take £2million in the first year.
Mary launches a recruitment drive but gets a reality check when only one person applies.
As the pressure to deliver mounts Mary finds a knight in shining armour in British designer Antonio Beradi. But that doesn't stop real women from finding fault with Mary's samples.
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Series 1 Episode 1
Mary Portas is convinced she has spotted a gap in the fashion market: a store that gives 40-something women sexy…
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Series 1 Episode 2
Mary Portas is just weeks away from launching her first ever shop. She finally has a retail partner on board who…
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Series 1 Episode 3
The doors are finally open at Mary's first ever shop at department store House of Fraser. She's put her reputation on…
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