Major footwear brand set to open in Scots shopping centre
BEST FOOT FORWARD Major footwear brand set to open in Scots shopping centre
A MAJOR footwear retailer is set to open at a popular Scots shopping centre.
The branch, at Edinburgh's St James Quarter, will offer a range of big brands including Nike, New Balance, and Dr Martens.
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schuh is set to open at Edinburgh's St James Quarter
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The schuh store will also sell much-loved styles from iconic names, including Converse and Vans.
The shop will be located on Level 1 of the shopping centre, adjacent to Superdrug, Boots and Moss.
The unit spans 5,500 sq ft and will be open all year round from Monday to Sunday.
A description of the store reads: "Our all-new schuh Edinburgh St James' store offers a fantastic range of styles from the biggest names in footwear, including Nike, New Balance, and Dr. Martens. Whether you're looking for trainers, boots, or sandals, our Edinburgh St James shoe shop has you covered!
"We have shoes for all ages and genders, ready to wear in all seasons. From the trendiest styles like the New Balance 530 and PUMA Speedcat, to classic styles like Dr Martens 1460 boots and the Clarks Wallabee, there's something for everyone at schuh Edinburgh St James.
"Keep your everyday fits fresh with our selection of on-trend sporty styles, including the stylish ASICS GEL-1130. Or opt for a trending but timeless pair of retro-inspired adidas Samba or adidas Gazelle trainers."
Schuh joins retailers such as H&M, Stradivarius, Bershka, and Pull&Bear at the centre.
St James' Quarter also includes Mango, Next, Rituals, Tommy Hilfiger, Peloton, Salerno and Nordic Outdoor.
Chris Pyne, Leasing Director for St James Quarter, said: "Schuh is a great addition to St James Quarter, adding even more choice to our comprehensive retail offer that is now Scotland's go-to location for leading UK and international brands.
"For a brand with depth in Scotland to choose the Quarter for its launch of a brand-new concept store underlines the confidence retailers have in St James Quarter as the number one retail destination in Scotland."
Pull&Bear Opens New Flagship Store at Silverburn: Fashion Fans Celebrate in Glasgow!
Meanwhile, we told how a Scots restaurant that was queued out the door when it first opened at St James' Quarter suddenly closed its doors.
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