First up, we’ve got some serious fashion heavy hitters coming to town. Think high-street brands that’ll make your wardrobe feel like it just got a BAFTA nomination. I’m talking about labels that actually have sizes that fit, unlike that one pair of jeans I bought online that looked like a pillowcase.
You’ll be able to browse Mango and & Other Stories without having to trek to central London. Yes, please. And if you love a bit of Scandi simplicity, get ready for a Cos store that’s so minimalist you’ll feel like you’re walking through a design magazine. Your Instagram feed will thank you.
Oh, and there’s a Uniqlo expansion too. Finally, we can all stock up on those heat-tech leggings without a ten-quid delivery charge. My thermals are ready.
The Food Court Gets a Glow-Up
But let’s be honest—shopping is just an excuse to eat, right? The food court is getting a major upgrade, and I’ve already started carb-loading in anticipation. Expect a new branch of Dishoom, where you can queue for an hour for a bacon naan roll and still be happy about it.
There’s also a Kricket popping up, serving small plates that are big on flavour. And for those of us who need a sugar fix after a day of trying on shoes, a MisterChurros stand is on the way. Cinnamon-sugar spirals? Say less.
Even the humble coffee corner is getting a revamp with Specialty Coffee by Origin. Now you can sip a flat white while pretending to consider a new handbag. That’s what we call multitasking.
