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Zawya
19-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Harvey Nichols Kuwait embarks on bold transformation
Kuwait: Harvey Nichols Kuwait, operated by Alshaya Group, is undergoing a bold reimagining to deliver a seamless, elevated luxury experience unlike anything else in Kuwait. Starting at the end of April and set for completion in October, the iconic store at The Avenues is being transformed to create a dynamic, customer-centric destination. At the heart of the renovation is the client journey. Every design and layout decision is crafted to enhance how customers move through and experience the store. The ground floor will become a vibrant hub for footwear, accessories, beauty, and fragrance, while fashion will be showcased in a fully refurbished Mezzanine — a focused, inspiring space for luxury apparel. The new concept introduces curated zones to heighten the in-store experience, from immersive shop-in-shops to a dedicated fragrance bar — creating a retail environment that invites exploration, comfort, and style. A striking new façade, designed by British artist Giles Miller, forms a dramatic architectural statement at the entrance of Harvey Nichols Kuwait. Composed of over 11,000 brass petals, the installation flows in undulating vertical forms that evoke Kuwait's iconic desert sand dunes — a cultural and natural reference that grounds the store in its unique setting. This elegant, nature-inspired concept continues inside the store, adding depth and cohesion to the overall experience. Harvey Nichols Kuwait is also evolving its brand portfolio to elevate the offering and meet customers' aspirations. The majority of the brand mix is now exclusive to Harvey Nichols, reinforcing its leadership as Kuwait's premier luxury fashion destination. 'Harvey Nichols Kuwait has always set the benchmark for luxury retail, and this transformation reaffirms our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences,' said Saleh Alshaya, President of Apparel at Alshaya Group. 'From an elevated store environment to an exclusive brand portfolio and innovative digital touchpoints, we are creating a destination that reflects the evolving aspirations of our customers and the future of luxury in the region.' 'This transformation is more than a refurbishment — it's a bold step forward in redefining the luxury retail landscape in Kuwait,' said Julie Howett, Business Director for Harvey Nichols at Alshaya Group. 'We're delivering an elevated environment that reflects our customers' aspirations and the strength of our brand partnerships. We are excited to unveil the new Harvey Nichols Kuwait in October.' A key highlight of the refurbishment is the launch of a dynamic digital experience. State-of-the-art synchronized screens — at the façade and throughout key touchpoints — will energize the store environment and connect customers with the Harvey Nichols brand in new and visually stunning ways. With a reimagined layout, exclusive brands, and cutting-edge digital innovation, Harvey Nichols Kuwait is setting a new standard for luxury retail in the region. About Harvey Nichols Kuwait Harvey Nichols, the world's leading luxury retailer, is renowned for its exclusive edit of the most prestigious brands across womenswear, menswear, accessories and beauty. Founded in 1831, Harvey Nichols has stores in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh, Bristol and a dedicated beauty store, Beauty Bazaar, Harvey Nichols, in Liverpool. Internationally, Harvey Nichols has stores in Dublin in the Republic of Ireland, Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, Dubai, Istanbul, Kuwait and Doha.
Fashion Network
09-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Primark to start opening stores in Kuwait and Dubai this year under Alshaya deal
The expansion announcements are coming thick and fast from Primark at the moment. After unveiling growth plans for Italy earlier this week it has now confirmed plans to debut in the Middle East. It will do so in partnership with leading international retail franchise operator Alshaya Group. Following the announcement of the strategic partnership in September 2024, Primark and Alshaya have confirmed plans to open the first of its new stores before the end of this year in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The rollout will begin with Kuwait at The Avenues in October and will continue with Dubai in early 2026 with it debuting in the Dubai Mall, the Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Mirdif. Four openings in a relatively short period is a fairly ambitious aim given the large size of the retailer's stores. But the four locations shouldn't be the end of the story. Primark and Alshaya will also 'continue to work together to consider future stores in other markets across the region,' we're told. Interim CEO of the Anglo-Irish business, Eoin Tonge, said: 'We know there is already a strong cohort of shoppers ready and waiting for us and we believe the wider region holds a lot of potential for Primark and our value proposition.' The 56-year-old retailer currently operates over 460 stores across 17 markets, all selling its affordable fashion, beauty and homewares. And as mentioned, this week it also announced another €40 million (£34 million) investment in Italy with five new stores coming in Rome, Biella, Perugia and Naples (one each in three cities and two in Naples). The company first invested in the country nine years ago and as recently as 2023 unveiled a €50 million programme that saw it adding more stores. The newly-announced five-store plan will take it to 26 locations across the country in total.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Primark to debut in Middle East with four new stores
Fashion retailer Primark has unveiled plans to launch in the Middle Eastern market via a collaboration with retail franchise operator, Alshaya Group. This follows a strategic partnership between the bodies announced in September last year. The partners will open the first Primark store at The Avenues in Kuwait, United Arab Emirates (UAE), in October this year, followed with more locations in Dubai, namely the Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, and City Centre Mirdif, early next year. In addition to these four stores, Primark and Alshaya Group are actively evaluating opportunities to further extend their reach into other regional markets. Primark interim CEO Eoin Tonge said: 'We're excited to be taking the next step in our global expansion journey, creating new stores for more customers to enjoy shopping with us. It's fantastic to be preparing for our first stores to arrive in the Middle East in partnership with Alshaya Group. We know there is already a strong cohort of shoppers ready and waiting for us and we believe the wider region holds a lot of potential for Primark and our value proposition. "We can't wait to bring them their first Primark later this year in The Avenues, Kuwait, before we continue to expand with more stores planned for Dubai next year.' Primark operates more than 460 stores across 17 markets worldwide, offering budget fashion and essentials. The new stores in the UAE and Kuwait will represent Primark's entry into its 18th and 19th international markets, respectively. Alshaya Group CEO John Hadden said: "Since we announced our partnership a few months ago, we've seen how excited our customers are for Primark's fantastic stores to open in the region. We are incredibly proud of our partnership with Primark, and we are all looking forward to much anticipated first stores in the next few months.' Recently, Primark unveiled a €40m ($45m) investment in Italy as part of its international growth plans to expand across new and existing markets. "Primark to debut in Middle East with four new stores" was originally created and published by Retail Insight Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Fashion Network
09-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Primark to start opening stores in Kuwait and Dubai this year under Alshaya deal
The expansion announcements are coming thick and fast from Primark at the moment. After unveiling growth plans for Italy earlier this week it has now confirmed plans to debut in the Middle East. It will do so in partnership with leading international retail franchise operator Alshaya Group. Following the announcement of the strategic partnership in September 2024, Primark and Alshaya have confirmed plans to open the first of its new stores before the end of this year in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The rollout will begin with Kuwait at The Avenues in October and will continue with Dubai in early 2026 with it debuting in the Dubai Mall, the Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Mirdif. Four openings in a relatively short period is a fairly ambitious aim given the large size of the retailer's stores. But the four locations shouldn't be the end of the story. Primark and Alshaya will also 'continue to work together to consider future stores in other markets across the region,' we're told. Interim CEO of the Anglo-Irish business, Eoin Tonge, said: 'We know there is already a strong cohort of shoppers ready and waiting for us and we believe the wider region holds a lot of potential for Primark and our value proposition.' The 56-year-old retailer currently operates over 460 stores across 17 markets, all selling its affordable fashion, beauty and homewares. And as mentioned, this week it also announced another €40 million (£34 million) investment in Italy with five new stores coming in Rome, Biella, Perugia and Naples (one each in three cities and two in Naples). The company first invested in the country nine years ago and as recently as 2023 unveiled a €50 million programme that saw it adding more stores. The newly-announced five-store plan will take it to 26 locations across the country in total.
Fashion Network
09-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Primark to start opening stores in Kuwait and Dubai this year under Alshaya deal
The expansion announcements are coming thick and fast from Primark at the moment. After unveiling growth plans for Italy earlier this week it has now confirmed plans to debut in the Middle East. It will do so in partnership with leading international retail franchise operator Alshaya Group. Following the announcement of the strategic partnership in September 2024, Primark and Alshaya have confirmed plans to open the first of its new stores before the end of this year in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The rollout will begin with Kuwait at The Avenues in October and will continue with Dubai in early 2026 with it debuting in the Dubai Mall, the Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Mirdif. Four openings in a relatively short period is a fairly ambitious aim given the large size of the retailer's stores. But the four locations shouldn't be the end of the story. Primark and Alshaya will also 'continue to work together to consider future stores in other markets across the region,' we're told. Interim CEO of the Anglo-Irish business, Eoin Tonge, said: 'We know there is already a strong cohort of shoppers ready and waiting for us and we believe the wider region holds a lot of potential for Primark and our value proposition.' The 56-year-old retailer currently operates over 460 stores across 17 markets, all selling its affordable fashion, beauty and homewares. And as mentioned, this week it also announced another €40 million (£34 million) investment in Italy with five new stores coming in Rome, Biella, Perugia and Naples (one each in three cities and two in Naples). The company first invested in the country nine years ago and as recently as 2023 unveiled a €50 million programme that saw it adding more stores. The newly-announced five-store plan will take it to 26 locations across the country in total.
