Abercrombie and fitch - Alastair Moss, the council's chairman of planning, welcomed the decision. "It seemed as if Abercrombie & Fitch never even tried to understand the importance of a Grade II* listed building in central London, and some of their proposals were utterly unacceptable," he said at the time. "The conditions will ensure the special character of the world-renowned Savile Row will be preserved."

The council has also clashed with Abercrombie over plans to host a launch event for the children's store, arguing that loud music could upset Savile Row traders and shoppers, and may cause disturbance to nearby residents.

Westminster City Council told CNBC on Tuesday that it had heard nothing from Abercrombie since March, when the planning inquiry concluded.

Joseph Morgan, director of Savile Row tailor Chittleborough & Morgan, said it would be nice if the street could be preserved as the home of bespoke tailoring Abercrombie norge.

"The street is known for providing quality and bespoke clothes to the world," he told CNBC. "Ready-to-wear chains want to say they're in Savile Row to boost their profile - but it won't work unless they're providing bespoke suits."

Morgan, however, did say that traditional tailors could reap some benefits from having Abercrombie as a neighbor.

"It would bring a new, young atmosphere to the street," he said. "And might open-up bespoke tailoring to a younger audience."