British suit specialist Moss Bros has seen sales growth accelerate in the 16-week period to May 17, helped by increasing contribution from refitted stores and the lower levels of residual stock.

The menswear specialist said total sales rose 5.4 percent while like-for-like sales increased 6.3 percent.

The company sells and hires out formal clothing in the UK through its Moss Bros, Moss, Moss Bros Hire and Savoy Taylors Guild brands.