Clarks opens new concept store at Centre:mk
Footwear brand Clarks has launched a newly refurbished 346 square metre store at Centre:mk in Milton Keynes.
The shop is one of only a handful of stores in the UK to feature the new concept ‘C & J Clark Limited’ branding following a global trial which included only four UK stores.
Simon Jones, head of retail sales at Clarks, said: “At Clarks we continually strive to deliver a great in store experience, not only with our renowned customer service, but also through creating a fresh and exciting store environment.
“With this in mind, we have a programme to re-fit a number of our stores using our latest shop-fit design to create a more consistent and enhanced shopping experience. The new store design will allow us to showcase our stylish range of footwear in our latest premium, yet welcoming, format.”
Never Miss a Retail Update!The news follows an increase in footwear sales of 7.8% at Centre:mk during February compared to the same time last year.
Speaking on behalf of Centre:mk’s joint owners Hermes Real Estate and AustralianSuper, Ed Sellick said: “The store has been performing extremely well and is a prime example of brands choosing to invest and grow at Centre:mk.”
C&J Clarks Limited joins Ernest Jones and Fraser Hart which have both recently refurbished their stores at Centre:mk. In addition, Cath Kidston, The White Company and Jigsaw have all opened regional flagships at Centre:mk in the last six months.
