Uniqlo has inaugurated its latest store at Coal Drops Yard and will shortly reopen its redesigned outlet at White City Westfield.
- Spanning 800 square metres, the new store is housed in a historic Victorian coal drops shed, featuring a unique blend of traditional architecture and modern retail design.
- A highlight is the Uniqlo Studio, offering recycling, repair, and remaking services to extend the life of garments, underscoring the brand’s commitment to sustainability.
- Artistic and recreational elements include a mural by British artist Pref and outdoor ping pong tables, enhancing the shopping experience through cultural and community engagement.
- Alessandro Dudech, COO of Uniqlo UK, expressed excitement about expanding and serving the vibrant Coal Drops Yard and Kings Cross communities with the brand’s LifeWear essentials.
Uniqlo has unveiled its newest flagship store located in the culturally rich area of Coal Drops Yard, marking a significant expansion in their UK ventures. The store’s grand opening occurred at 11am on 19th September, encompassing a spacious area of roughly 800 square metres across three floors. Situated in a Grade II listed Victorian coal drops shed, the venue gracefully marries historical architecture with contemporary retail innovations.
This latest opening features the Uniqlo Studio on its second floor, where the brand offers facilities for recycling, repairing, or remaking garments, highlighting its dedication to sustainability and encouraging customers to prolong their use of clothing. Additionally, in collaboration with East Japan Railway Company, a vending machine has been installed, providing selected kidswear items, thereby integrating convenience with sustainability.
An artistic collaboration with British artist Pref is also a central attraction. Pref has created a mural that resonates with Uniqlo’s ‘Made For All’ philosophy, employing his classic typographic style to encapsulate this ethos within the store. Such installations not only embellish the store’s environment but also draw in art enthusiasts, blending shopping with cultural appreciation.
To further engage the local community, Uniqlo has established specially designed ping pong tables on the second floor’s outdoor terrace. These are intended for use by shoppers and locals alike, fostering a spirit of community interaction and leisure.
Alessandro Dudech, the Chief Operating Officer of Uniqlo UK, conveyed enthusiasm over the company’s ongoing UK expansion. He stated, “We are thrilled to be continuing our UK expansion with these two new store openings in fall winter 2024. We are excited to be able to offer LifeWear to the local communities of people who live and work in the buzzing Coal Drops Yard and Kings Cross area and look forward to welcoming back customers to the renovated White City store in October.”
Uniqlo’s new store at Coal Drops Yard signifies a blend of retail innovation and community engagement, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable fashion.
