Mixed Fashion in Basingstoke at Festival Place
Animal was conceived back in 1987 by two surfers who were really fed up with continuously losing their watches in the water due to the straps breaking under extreme conditions. They came up with a solution in the form of a webbing hook and loop strap that seemed to put an end to their problems.
Setting up 'production' in a back bedroom at one of their mother’s houses, they began to make small quantities of straps and sell them to their surfing friends. The money raised paid for surf trips to far flung spots in Oz and Hawaii where the pair sold more straps to fund their storm chasing escapades.
The simplicity and rugged nature of the strap made it suitable for crossing over into other action sports such as windsurfing, snowboarding, skateboarding, and mountain biking. First and foremost a functional performance product, the strap became a success and Animal was born. Before long, Animal started to make sports watches. Aimed at freesports enthusiasts, they were water-resistant, functional and looked great on the wrist. These watches enjoyed phenomenal success and are now a household name.
Animal is now a design-led sports brand, boasting an extensive team of riders in each of its core sports. These are surfing, snowboarding, windsurfing, mountain biking and kitesurfing. Our 'rider-refined' program means all products get tried, tested and tweaked by the Animal pro team for real rider performance. Animal’s range has now grown to include freesports inspired clothing, watches, wetsuits, technical outerwear, eyewear, footwear, luggage and accessories.
Visit the new BHS today where there are exciting new ranges in womenswear, amazing loungewear and shapewear in lingerie and cool teen fashions. Menswear offers great suiting options as well as offering great value everyday basics. Accessories and jewellery is looking fantastic and are the perfect affordable instant update to any outfit.
If you're looking for even more choice, we've also got concessions from Miss Selfridge, Wallis & Burton's now instore.
Our fantastic home department focusses on affordable style for the British Home, there is something for every taste and budget, be it contemporary, minimal or vintage. All include everything from easy mid-week updates, such as decorative accessories and kitchenware to home essentials, like smart furniture and stunning lighting.
There's also two great new places to eat the BHS Cafe serves a wide range hot food, sandwiches and hot drinks, or you could try the Cafe Express located in the mall on the ground floor.
If you can't find what you're looking for in store, you can shop our full range online at BHS.co.uk
Hunt down the perfect wave, ski from dawn till dusk, shed your 9 to 5 skin... because when all is said and done... Better a bad day on the slopes/water than a good day in the office!
It all began in 1988, two friends enjoying all that the French Alps had to offer and the life was way too good to end too soon, a plan was needed... design some sweatshirts, sell them at night, ski during the day, stick around till Spring then head for the beach. Fat Face had been born! The name derives from the toughest down hill run in Val d'Isere called le Face and Fat or "phat" means good, well is did in the 80s!
We've grown a bit since then, we sell more than just a few sweatshirts these days and we've got a few more stores. But one thing will never change; we design kit for men, women and kids who love to get out there, stuff that's built to withstand the demands of an active lifestyle. So, whether you're into extreme sports or just enjoy getting out amongst it...Life is out there, make the most of it.
French Connection is renowned for creating individual styles with a focus on quality and design. A favourite in many celebrity wardrobes, the brand is famous for show stopping looks, plus everyday style essentials. Find key seasonal looks for men and women, along with a wide range of accessories including bags, footwear, sunglasses and jewellery.
