Both companies have cited the hangover of Covid and an economic downturn as factors for going bust.
One of the owners has also taken aim at the IRD over what he claims are excessive tax penalties. The liquidator has not accepted that claim.
Alexanders Apparel Ltd
Alexanders Apparel Ltd was nearing its 50th anniversary when it went into voluntary liquidation on September 1.
Its long-standing store in Napier, Alexanders on Tennyson, has shut its doors.
However, its second store, Alexanders Havelock North, remains open and is selling down stock at a reduced price to assist the liquidation process.
Its online store is also continuing for…