Japanese brand Uniqlo confirms opening date for new Glasgow store in St Enoch centre

Japanese brand Uniqlo has revealed its newest store in Scotland is to open later this year.

The clothing giant opened its first store in Scotland on Edinburgh’s Princes Street last year, and hundreds of customers queued up outside before doors opened.

A second shop is to open at St Enoch Centre on Argyle Street in Glasgow on Thursday, October 2.

The store will span 22,500 square feet and feature a dedicated RE UNIQLO Studio, where customers can repair, remake, and upcycle their clothes.

Hundreds line streets ahead of Edinburgh Uniqlo opening last year. Lauren Gilmour

It will take over two large retail unit spaces, including the former home of the St Enoch Picture Theatre.

To commemorate the opening, the first 100 customers to make a purchase of £60 on opening day and Saturday, October 4, will receive a goody bag.

App users will also be entered into a draw to win a trip to Tokyo, by scanning the app with any purchase until November 30.

UNIQLO currently has 21 stores in the UK, with Argyle Street being the 22nd. A further opening in Birmingham is planned for later this year.

Alessandro Dudech, COO of UNIQLO UK. said: “UNIQLO is proud to continue investing in the UK retail landscape, further strengthening our presence in Scotland with the opening in Glasgow on October 2 of our second location in Scotland.

“This location represents an exciting opportunity to engage more directly with local communities and welcome the many visitors to this vibrant city.

“We look forward to introducing even more customers to LifeWear everyday clothing designed with purpose, and guided by the Japanese values of quality, simplicity, and longevity.”