Staff at a major fashion retailer have spoken of their shock after the business suddenly closed its flagship store at a Glasgow shopping centre.

DB1 Clothing, which sells menswear, opened its first branch in December at the Glasgow Fort.

It began trading in the unit next to Mamas & Papas and Waterstones, and launched a major recruitment drive. But almost seven months later, owners have pulled the plug. The shop is now lying empty, with all stock cleared from the floor and the doors locked.

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It is unclear exactly how many people have lost their jobs as a result of the closure, which took place on Monday.

Glasgow Times: Db1 at Glasgow FortDb1 at Glasgow Fort (Image: Supplied)

One worker said: "It is still a shock to everyone, given that we only opened at the turn of the year. It's a real shame as it was popular with customers."

The business mainly sold menswear, including suits, denim and casualwear, but also stocked a selection of designer brands including Michael Kors, PLT and LUKE 1977.

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The owner, who does not wish to be named, told the Glasgow Times that DB1 Clothing is now focusing on building its online sales. 

He added: "We are very sorry to see the store close but we will continue to trade online. We are investing in our website so that customers know they can continue to purchase items from us at db1clothing.com.

"We may look at opening in another location at some point in the future."