Sovereign Centros, in partnership with CBRE, has announced the signing of renowned Italian beauty brand KIKO Milano at the Metrocentre. The new 1,624 sq ft store will be located in the Lower Red Mall and is set to open this Autumn, marking KIKO Milano’s largest store in the North East.
The new KIKO Milano store will offer an extensive selection of makeup, skincare, suncare, and haircare products. In addition, the store will feature personalised beauty consultation services, catering to the growing demand for high-quality beauty experiences in the region. This opening will complement Metrocentre’s diverse beauty lineup, which includes H Beauty and the much-anticipated Sephora, set to open in September.
Ben Cox, Director at Sovereign Centros from CBRE, expressed his enthusiasm for the new addition: “This latest signing reaffirms Metrocentre’s status as the premier shopping destination in the North East. KIKO Milano’s arrival on Red Mall is another great addition to the varied beauty offer at Metrocentre. With Sephora also less than a month away from opening, it is an exciting time for the beauty-conscious shopper, due to our real breadth of choice. This letting underscores Metrocentre’s commitment to expanding and diversifying the category, and enhancing the overall experience.”
Paul Devin, Country Director of the UK and Ireland at KIKO Milano, highlighted the significance of the new store in the brand’s expansion plans: “As we continue our ambitious growth plans, bringing our brand to Metrocentre is one of the most exciting pillars of our strategy. With such an iconic shopping destination that has a great beauty offering, we cannot wait to bring our high-quality Italian designed and made products to the consumers of the North East.”
This news comes on the heels of the recent announcement that international fashion retailer Mango will open a 6,233 sq ft unit later this year in the Lower Red Mall. Additionally, Sephora’s upcoming opening in early September will offer a range of in-store beauty services, including quick treatments and full glam makeup looks, further enhancing Metrocentre’s reputation as a leading destination for beauty enthusiasts.
