Selfridges nabs Best Store in the World award again

Selfridges has been recognised as the Best Department

Store in the World for a second time at an international awards ceremony.

At the Global Department Store Summit in Paris organised by The Intercontinental Group of Department Stores, the retailer took the top slot amongst finalists from around the globe including Macy's in the US and Woolworths in South Africa. Founded in 1909, Selfridges operates its iconic store on London’s Oxford Street as well as two branches in Manchester and one in the Bullring shopping centre in Birmingham.

"The Selfridges brand has gone from strength to strength worldwide, and this prestigious retail award recognizes its true value as a performer and innovator," said Galen Weston, owner of Selfridges. "The award criteria represents our highest priorities; a strong profile, successful development and execution of products, stores and service innovation strategies, delivery of outstanding in-store experiences, excellent customer service and strong financial performance. Receiving this distinction for a second term is very gratifying."

IGDS is the largest association of department stores worldwide and counts 32 members from 30 countries. Its Global Department Store Summit, held every two years, is the world's only department store-focused discussion platform and its award ceremony is attended by over 380 executives and stakeholders from around the world.

Anne Pitcher, managing director of Selfridges said: "We are absolutely delighted that Selfridges has again been recognised as the best department store in the world. We have had a terrific couple of years since last winning, and it is a tribute to our much-valued teams that we have been honoured with the award again for 2012. As the world's eyes are on the UK for the summer Olympics and Queen's Golden Jubilee, Selfridges looks forward to delivering an extraordinary London experience for our customers from around the globe."