Hobbs to open at Manchester’s Trafford Centre

Womenswear brand Hobbs is set to open its 63rd standalone store in the UK at Manchester’s Trafford Centre this autumn.

The 4,000 sq ft store, located on the Upper Regent Crescent, will stock the brand’s mainline range, as well as limited-edition collections.

The store will feature Hobbs’ new reevaluated concept that will be rolled out to all of the brand’s future locations. This new concept looks to reflect a refined and contemporary aesthetic.

Hobbs’ expansion forms part of a property strategy that aims to meet the evolving needs of customers, through an improved distribution of stores across the entirety of the UK.

Caraline Money, global retail director at Hobbs, said: “Trafford Centre’s status as a premier and luxurious shopping destination aligns with Hobbs’ prestigious brand image and adds to the overall shopping experience for our customers. With high footfall and a wide catchment from across the region, we’re expecting to reach a broader audience, enhancing our presence in the North of England.”

Kate Pearson, director of asset management at Pradera Lateral, Trafford Centre’s asset manager, added: “As a beloved British brand, Hobbs’ premium retail offering aligns perfectly with our existing range of luxury fashion brands. At Trafford Centre, we’re proud to be home to forward-thinking brands who are expanding their market presence across the UK and are thrilled that Hobbs have chosen us for their next store location.”