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Fashion United
24-04-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
UNIQLO officially opens its liverpool store
UNIQLO is preparing to open the doors to the highly anticipated Liverpool store tomorrow. Welcoming the city's shoppers to the store, in the heart of the thriving shopping destination. Boasting a spacious retail space spanning approximately 1,430sqm across two floors, showcasing the full collection of LifeWear for men, women and kids. "We are delighted to bring UNIQLO to the vibrant city of Liverpool. Our brand is dedicated to providing innovative and high-quality clothing that caters to the needs of our customers. With our presence in Liverpool, we aim to become an integral part of the local community, offering a unique shopping experience that blends style, comfort and affordability." Alessandro Dudech, Chief Operating Officer, UNIQLO U.K Customers will be able to explore the premium linen range, BLOCKTECH, the brands smart range of water resistant and windproof items, as well as the high-performing AIRism collection, renowned for its lightweight, moisture-wicking fabrics that adapt seamlessly to diverse climates. In-store Experience Located on the Ground Floor UNIQLO Liverpool will have a UTme! station where customers will have the opportunity to create their own bespoke designs to customise and print onto t-shirts and tote bags. As part of the UTme! offering, UNIQLO will showcase local partners Derek's, Baltic Market and Girls On The Go who have created custom designs inspired by their local communities, the UTme! designs will be exclusive to the Liverpool store and are available until the end of May. Located next to the UTme! is the Studio where customers can recycle, repair or remake favourite UNIQLO items so they can keep wearing and loving them for longer. Customers will be able to personalise and add Scouse inspired embroidery pieces to their UNIQLO items for a limited time only. This is an exclusive to the Liverpool counter until the end of May 2025. Credits: UNIQLO Platforming Local Businesses As part of the grand opening celebrations, UNIQLO is delighted to partner with several beloved local businesses and organisations, reinforcing its commitment to Liverpool's thriving cultural scene. A Liverpool staple, Derek's Sandwich Shop, is bringing a taste of Japan to the city this April with limited-edition sando offerings, available at their locations throughout Liverpool in celebration of UNIQLO's store opening. UNIQLO has partnered with Liverpool's first ever food market, situated in the vibrant Baltic Market at Cains Brewery Village, a vibrant hub for local music and food. The brand recently hosted an Easter Weekender at the venue, featuring live music and local talent, fostering community connections, supporting the city's creative spirit. In the lead up to the opening, UNIQLO has joined forces with Girls On The Go, an organisation that promotes women's health and empowerment, to host fun inclusive runs for the month of April along with city hikes for their community on the opening weekend. Following the initial success, UNIQLO is excited to announce monthly run clubs with Girls On The Go, scheduled through to September 2025. Credits: UNIQLO Opening Day Offers and Events To commemorate the grand opening, UNIQLO Liverpool is hosting special promotions and events, offering customers the chance to discover the latest styles and enjoy exclusive offers. The first 100 customers to make a purchase of £49.90 on opening day and Saturday 26th will receive a goody bag. While UNIQLO app customers will be entered into a draw to win a trip to Tokyo, by scanning the app with any purchase during opening weekend to be entered into the draw. There will be limited price promotions exclusive to the Liverpool store on items such as premium linen, BLOCKTECH, pleated wide pants and merino crew neck sweaters for both men and women. UNIQLO currently has 21 stores in the U.K, with the brand continuing the expansion with further openings in Glasgow and Birmingham later this year.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
City venue says 'thank you for everything' in 'heartbreaking' post
A city centre food vendor has delivered some 'heartbreaking' news as it announced its closure. The Baltic Market took to social media to announce that Richie's would be leaving the food court very soon. Richie's has been at the Baltic Triangle premises for a number of years now. It serves everything from cheeseburgers and chicken nuggets to loaded fries and hotdogs. However, this will no longer be the case from next week as the company said it is ready for a 'new chapter'. READ MORE: Major star pulls out of Liverpool Comic Con 2025 READ MORE: Lord Street retailer to close its doors this summer Announcing the news on Instagram, the Baltic Market wrote: 'We've got some huge, and potentially heartbreaking, news. Richie's will be leaving us next week. 'After an unforgettable run with our very own concept, it's time to pass the torch. We're making way for a brand-new trader to join us and serve up some next-level scran that we know will blow you away. 'We've been beyond lucky to have such a creative, passionate team behind Richie's! Who remembers the Cheetos mozzarella stick? Iconic 'While Richie may return in one form or another in the future, we're closing the burger chapter and bringing you something completely fresh. Massive love to every team member, past and present. You're all absolute legends.' Worker Anthony Ricardo previously told the ECHO that even though the Baltic Market can be 'crazy', the venue's atmosphere made it all 'worthwhile'. He said: 'It's boss. Baltic Market is one big family and like being with all your mates in one place on the daily.' It comes just weeks after The Baltic Market announced it would be opening a new food hall miles away from Merseyside. Named St Paul's Market and located in Birmingham, the company hopes it will be 'the best in the UK.' It is a joint venture with Independent Birmingham, and street food restaurant Buddha Belly also being involved. The upcoming venue occupies a 10,000-square-foot warehouse on Birmingham's Mary Anne Street, just off Saint Paul's Square in the Jewellery Quarter. The team has signed a 15 year lease, with the opening more than 11 years in the making.
