Regent St and Conduit St are set for some new additions this year which could mean mecca status for them. The American Label J Crew is coming to Regent St and will be its first store outside of North America. This is HUGE and the whole of the industry is anticipating it. Another much anticipated brand is none other than Dior to Conduit St. Favourited by Michelle Obama, will take over from the store on Bond Street. The retail space they are inhibiting is meant to be one of the most expensive in London. Definitely go big or go home, but Dior would.
I think the coach loads of Chinese tourists will be taking a detour on their way to Bicester village to these two destinations with yet more stores due to open.
One store that has already opened is Maison Berluti. It's the first store the bespoke menswear brand have in the UK. The space is over 354 square feet, spread over two floors. The second floor dedicated to VIP's only with services to cater to the most prestigious of clients and even have leather antique club chairs for you to relax and speak to their specialist team.
Another menswear brand that has it's eye on Regent Streeet is Hackett. They're looking to take over the Ferrari store, which opened there is 2009. The space costs over £1.1m for the year to rent the 11,000 sq ft space so this is no rash decision for the brand.
If you know of any other brands opening on Regent or Conduit St comment below, as I'm set to find any others. It's a big year in shopping for these two destinations, be sure to check it out!
