Following upcoming openings in Liverpool and Glasgow, the Manchester store marks the next step in the brands growing presence in the North
The new store is opening in November (Image: MEN)
Anthropologie, the global lifestyle brand known for selling clothing, accessories, and homeware has announced the opening of its newest UK location. The retailer will be opening at The Royal Exchange in Manchester this November.
Following upcoming openings in Liverpool and Glasgow, the Manchester store marks the next step in Anthropologie’s growing presence in the North.
Founded in 1992, Anthropologie now ships to over 100 countries and operates more than 200 stores around the world.
Spanning 5,261 square feet, the Manchester store will be thoughtfully designed to embody the heritage of the historic Manchester building, while introducing Anthropologie’s signature look.
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Bosses have said the store will showcase home, accessories and clothing – the latter including Anthropologie’s own-label fashion collections, Maeve, Pilcro and Daily Practice, alongside a selection of popular womenswear brands.
Following upcoming openings in Liverpool and Glasgow, the Manchester store marks the next step in Anthropologie’s growing presence in the North(Image: Supplied)
“We’re delighted to be opening in Manchester, a city that embodies the cultural energy and creativity at the heart of Anthropologie,” said Matt Hilgeman, Managing Director at Anthropologie International.
“Manchester is an ideal location for our continued UK expansion after Liverpool. This store represents an important milestone for Anthropologie, and we’re looking forward to welcoming the local community into a space that feels both inspiring and unique.”
As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting local communities, the opening will create 20 new jobs across roles including Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, Visual Coordinator, and Display Coordinator.
Opening its doors on November 26, the store will operate Monday to Saturday from 10am to 6.30pm, and Sunday from 11am to 5pm.
The new store is opening in November (Image: MEN)
To celebrate the launch, customers can look forward to a programme of exclusive in-store events and activations, with further details to follow.
The historic Royal Exchange building is set within Manchester’s busy retail heart, in close proximity to stores including Selfridges and Harvey Nichols.
The first Exchange on this site was built in 1809. The Exchange was a commodities exchange, trading primarily in cotton and textiles. After a visit in 1851, Queen Victoria granted the Exchange the title the Manchester Royal Exchange.
As the cotton trade grew, larger premises were required, and the original Royal Exchange was demolished and the current building constructed between 1867 and 1874 by Mills and Murgatroyd.
The Royal Exchange building boasts a number of shops and services including retail outlets for brands including Molton Brown, Moda in Pelle, Astrid & Miyu, Lululemon and Mint Velvet amongst others.