Trafford Centre announces Hobbs set to open in 2024

British womenswear brand Hobbs, known for its high quality ready-to-wear and occasion-wear collections, is set to open at Trafford Centre this autumn.

The new 4,000 square foot store, located on Upper Regent Crescent, will stock Hobbs’ renowned mainline range, as well as the store’s exclusive limited-edition collections and petite ranges.

Hobbs has recently re-evaluated the look and feel of its stores, developing a modern and engaging store design concept that will be rolled out to future locations. This new concept, crafted through close collaboration with Zebra design studio, reflects a refined and contemporary aesthetic. The brand has worked to ensure the new stores are visually appealing, functional, and customer centric.

The result will be a fresh and inviting shopping environment that enhances the overall customer experience, aligning with Hobbs London’s brand identity and values.

The Trafford Centre location will be Hobbs’ 63^rd standalone store in the UK – adding to an impressive portfolio that has seen the brand establish itself as the go-to store for workwear, tailoring, occasion-wear and elevated everyday pieces.

Hobbs’ expansion sits at the heart 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. The new Trafford Centre store exemplifies this approach, by making Hobbs’ high quality collections more readily available to customers in the North West.

Caraline Money, Global Retail Director at Hobbs, commented: “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, Pradera Lateral – Trafford Centre’s Asset Managers, 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.”