Harrolds
Australian department store
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Harrolds is an Australian mens department store founded in 1985 by John, Mary, and Theo Poulakis.[1][2]
| Founded | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Founder | John, Mary, and Theo Poulakis |
| Headquarters | , Australia |
| Website | harroldsau.com |
In 2024 the family-run chain entered administration and closed its three stores in Melbourne, Sydney and on the Gold Coast.[2] Harrolds was revived in 2025 by two former employees and now operates one store in Sydney.
History
Harrolds was founded in 1985 by John, Mary, and Theo Poulakis,[1][2] as a mens department store.[3] The first store was located on Collins Street, Melbourne.[2] Harrolds opened a womenswear store at Westfield Sydney in 2015.[3][4]
In October 2024, the company entered administration with creditors owed $16.3 million with all three stores closed.[2][5]
Harrolds was revived in 2025 by former employees Arasch Enayat and Gino Pagano.[2] The Sydney store reopened in July 2025, the Melbourne and Gold Coast stores will not reopen.[2] The store now only focuses on menswear.[2] The Poulakis family is no longer involved in the company.[6]