Victoria’s Secret owner Limited Brands is believed to be close to buying La Senza’s brand but not the 158 shops.
La Senza, one of several chains teetering on the brink this weekend, is holding crunch talks with potential buyers. Theo Paphitis, who used to own La Senza, has offered “assistance”. He now owns another lingerie chain, Boux Avenue.
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