Miniso store set to open at West Lothian shopping centre selling 'viral blind boxes'
A popular Chinese household shop looks set to open at a busy West Lothian shopping centre as preparations are underway.
Miniso is getting ready to open its doors at The Centre in Livingston after a teaser was shared on social media.
With an opening date set to be confirmed for the West Lothian venue, the shop recently opened up on Edinburgh's Princes Street with locals queuing for hours to be one of the first inside.
Offering customers a wide range of toys, beauty products, household items and food - the brand is known for stocking Sanrio goods such as Hello Kitty, as well as Disney, Pokémon and viral blind boxes. It is especially popular with young people.
Sharing an image of the shop exterior, The Centre wrote: "The countdown is on! Are you ready?"
Many people were quick to share their thoughts on the opening. One keen shopper said: "Uh oh, there goes my bank account. Crying already."
Another person wrote: "Don't need to go to Edinburgh now it's coming to Livi."
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The brand's website reads: "Founded by CEO Ye Guofu, MINISO is a haven where every shopping trip is an adventure, and every product tells a story of joy and laughter.
"From best-selling blind boxes and collectibles to adorable plushies, trendy makeup and beauty products to high-quality toys and mouthwatering snacks, MINISO offers an irresistible mix of fun and fabulous at prices that won't break the bank.
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"Forget about boring shopping experiences; at MINISO, it's all about unleashing your inner child and embracing the playful side of life.
"Whether you're exploring our aisles filled with cute plush toys, browsing through our vibrant accessories, or discovering the latest collaborations with iconic brands like Sanrio, Disney, Pokémon, Care Bears, We Bare Bears, and more, there's never a dull moment at MINISO."
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