Manchester’s retail landscape claims another milestone tomorrow (Thursday 15th October) with the opening of the UNIQLO Trafford Centre store. Marking the brand’s second store in the region, the launch establishes Manchester as the first UK city outside London to host two UNIQLO locations, the other being located on Market Street.
Spanning 1,440 square metres, the store will include the retailer’s complete LifeWear collection across womenswear, menswear, children’s clothing, and baby lines. Consequently, local shoppers gain direct access to functional, minimalist apparel tailored to modern everyday living.
Opening day perks and seasonal staples at UNIQLO Trafford Centre store
Early visitors on opening day can secure exclusive promotional gifts. UNIQLO will hand complimentary goody bags to the first 300 shoppers who spend over £69.90. Additionally, any customer scanning the official UNIQLO app alongside a purchase enters a prize draw to win a trip to Tokyo (terms and conditions apply).
Beyond launch promotions, the shop floor will feature cold-weather wardrobe staples designed for northern chills. Key seasonal pieces include cloud-soft Soufflé Yarn knitwear, premium cashmere layers, and weather-resistant Seamless Down jackets.
Furthermore, the Trafford Centre branch showcases PUFFERTECH, the brand’s cutting-edge, high-performance insulated outerwear. The lightweight, high-performance technology aims to deliver warmth without added bulk, making it an ideal piece for the unpredictable British weather.
UNIQLO’S UK expansion: why 2027 marks the retailer’s biggest year yet
The UNIQLO opening at the Trafford Centre reflects a broader surge in the brand’s British footprint. Alongside the launch of its Cambridge Grand Arcade branch, the company now operates 25 active retail stores across the country.
Speaking about the announcement, Alessandro Dudech, COO of UNIQLO U.K., said: “We are delighted to see such strong demand for LifeWear across the country and remain committed to bringing our high-quality, innovative apparel to even more customers.
Looking ahead, 2027 will be our most ambitious year of store expansion to date, with our newly-announced stores in Bath and Brighton joining previously announced stores in Canary Wharf and Leeds. These new locations reflect our long-term investment in the UK market and our ambition to become an even more accessible destination for customers nationwide.”
