Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) and Commerz Real today announce that SKIMS will open at Westfield London early next year, further strengthening the destination’s position as a leading retail and leisure destination. The opening will mark SKIMS’ second standalone location in the UK.
The new store will bring SKIMS’ signature collections to Westfield London and further strengthen the destination’s fashion and lifestyle offer.
The signing reinforces Westfield London’s position as the destination of choice for international retailers looking to establish and expand their physical presence in the UK. Home to more than 750 UK and international brands, the destination continues to attract some of the world’s most sought-after names, offering access to one of the UK’s largest and most diverse customer catchments alongside a curated mix of luxury, premium, high street and emerging labels.
Founded in 2019, SKIMS is the globally renowned lifestyle brand redefining the essentials category through an innovative approach to fit, comfort and inclusivity. The brand has rapidly become one of fashion’s most influential success stories, cultivating a loyal global following and establishing itself as a leading name in contemporary lifestyle retail.
SKIMS’ arrival reflects continued demand from global retailers for high-profile physical locations where they can reach new audiences, deepen customer engagement and bring their full brand experience to life.
Constantin Wiesmann, Director of Leasing, Northern Europe at URW, said: “SKIMS is one of the most influential lifestyle brands in the world today, and its arrival at Westfield London is a strong endorsement of the destination’s appeal to world-leading brands. As consumer expectations continue to evolve, we’re focused on bringing the most exciting global names to our centres and delivering a retail experience that continues to lead the market.”
Russell Banham, UK head of Commerz Real, said: “We are delighted to welcome SKIMS to Westfield London which will further enhance the unrivalled mix of premium brands already trading in the centre.”
The arrival of SKIMS marks another milestone in Westfield London’s continued evolution as one of the UK’s leading retail, leisure and entertainment destinations, bringing together some of the world’s most sought-after brands to enhance the experience of the millions of visitors it welcomes each year.
