GRANT Thornton has been appointed as accountant and business adviser to Luxury Lifestyles Ltd, the new company which owns the Chester Barrie men's fashion brand.

The Manchester-based partner is to lead a team which will provide a range of services including audit, tax advice, business planning and acquisitions.

A new British collection for autumn/winter 2001 will include clothing inspired by the likes of Noel Coward, Cary Grant, The Duke of Windsor and David Bowie.