Which Dragon bought the British fashion retailer Hawes & Curtis in 2001?

Touker Suleyman bought the British fashion retailer Hawes & Curtis in 2001.

Hawes & Curtis was founded in London in 1913 and became known for formal shirts and menswear. Suleyman acquired the company after seeing an opportunity to revive and develop an established British name. Under his ownership, the business expanded its retail and online presence and broadened its clothing offer.

Suleyman later became a Dragon on the BBC programme, bringing experience from fashion manufacturing, retail and investment. He is also associated with the clothing brand Ghost, which he acquired in 2006. His background is therefore especially relevant when he questions clothing entrepreneurs about sourcing, stock and distribution.

The answer is Touker Suleyman rather than Theo Paphitis, although both are Dragons with substantial retail experience. Paphitis is more closely associated with Ryman and Robert Dyas, while Suleyman's notable fashion acquisition is Hawes & Curtis.