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The Courier
06-06-2025
- Business
- The Courier
Queue of shoppers turned away as Dundee Frasers opening delayed
A queue of shoppers waiting to be the first to see the new Frasers department store in Dundee were turned away as the opening was delayed. The Overgate Shopping Centre shop was advertised as opening at 9am. At that time around 30 shoppers waited outside the shop's entrances on the ground and first floor. However, word quickly spread that it would not be opening as planned. The latest update was it was to open at 11am or even 'lunchtime'. Staff were in place in the shop and the reasons for the delay is unknown. First in the line of shoppers were mother and daughter Sara Cameron and Linda Dickson who had travelled through from Perth for the opening. Sara, 40, said: 'We have been here since around 8.40am. We used to love Frasers in Perth and then Debenhams – the make-up counters and the whole experience. 'We wanted to see the new store and the high-end make-up brands that you don't get in the likes of Boots. 'I wanted to see how the Dundee store compares to the Glasgow one. 'Having a Frasers here is great for Dundee.' Andy Fleming, from Inchture, came down for the opening with wife Jacqueline but was disappointed by the delay. He said: 'We've specifically come down for the opening of Frasers. The city needs a big department store. It's a bad start to their opening. 'We are disappointed as we have to leave for an appointment. 'The city does need a big department store. We used to go to Debenhams all the time.' Jacqueline added: 'I used to come here to buy ball gowns. I used to always come here and spend my money. 'Going in the one store and getting everything you want is handy. You can get all your Christmas shopping in the one shop.' Though the shutters remained down, the beauty brands on the ground floor of the new shop were visible through large windows that had displays for Charlotte Tilbury and Mac. Inside other displays were for Guerlain, Dior and Estee Lauder. The first floor entrance carries a Sports Direct façade which mentions the brands Under Armour, Puma, Adidas and Nike. Other fashion brands in Frasers will include Hugo, Tommy Jeans, Jack Wills and CP Company. The fit-out, costing more than £5 million, is the largest investment made at the Overgate since it opened in 2000. The three-storey store will employ around 90 full and part-time workers. This includes staff from the current Sports Direct and USC Overgate shops, which will close and be incorporated into the department store. Overgate manager Malcolm Angus said: 'Overgate management, customers and retailers are excited for the opening. There's a lot of anticipation. Here's hoping that footfall will see a surge this weekend.' Dundonian Graham Gunn, 65, was also waiting for the new shop to open. He said: 'I want to see if Frasers is going to cater for older people or if it's just for younger ones. 'There's not much for the older person in Dundee. Edinburgh and Glasgow are the only cities that have big retail stores but it's inconvenient. You go for a bargain but it costs you in petrol. 'Frasers' opening has been a long time coming.'
Fashion Network
12-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Mango's Overgate Dundee store opens
Spanish fashion giant Mango has opened another key UK store in the Overgate Dundee shopping centre. Located within a prime ground floor site, the new store spans over 3,700 sq ft, becoming one of the first in Scotland to feature the brand's Mediterranean-inspired New Med concept, present in the group's flagship stores around the world. The store also follows Mango's mission to 'generate a low environmental impact through traditional, handcrafted, sustainable and natural materials'. Additional features include a click & collect area and a Committed Box, a container where customers can deposit clothing and footwear for reuse. Overgate, measuring 440,000 sq ft and located in the heart of Dundee city centre, was acquired by Frasers Group in March 2023. Mango represents 'an accelerated tranche of new store openings and significant lease extensions over the last 18 months', which includes British footwear brand Clarks that also just opened a new 2,160 sq ft store. Soon to anchor the 70-unit centre will be a 100,000 sq ft Frasers department store, scheduled to open in June, 'becoming one of the largest shop fitouts in Dundee... transforming Overgate and significantly strengthening the east coast of Scotland's retail offering', the owner said.
Fashion Network
12-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Mango's Overgate Dundee store opens
Spanish fashion giant Mango has opened another key UK store in the Overgate Dundee shopping centre. Located within a prime ground floor site, the new store spans over 3,700 sq ft, becoming one of the first in Scotland to feature the brand's Mediterranean-inspired New Med concept, present in the group's flagship stores around the world. The store also follows Mango's mission to 'generate a low environmental impact through traditional, handcrafted, sustainable and natural materials'. Additional features include a click & collect area and a Committed Box, a container where customers can deposit clothing and footwear for reuse. Overgate, measuring 440,000 sq ft and located in the heart of Dundee city centre, was acquired by Frasers Group in March 2023. Mango represents 'an accelerated tranche of new store openings and significant lease extensions over the last 18 months', which includes British footwear brand Clarks that also just opened a new 2,160 sq ft store. Soon to anchor the 70-unit centre will be a 100,000 sq ft Frasers department store, scheduled to open in June, 'becoming one of the largest shop fitouts in Dundee... transforming Overgate and significantly strengthening the east coast of Scotland's retail offering', the owner said.
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Fashion retailer with hundreds of stores worldwide opens new location in Scotland
More exciting stores are set to open at the shopping centre in the coming months AISLE BE THERE AISLE BE THERE Fashion retailer with hundreds of stores worldwide opens new location in Scotland A MAJOR fashion retailer with hundreds of stores across the globe has opened a brand new location in Scotland. The Overgate in Dundee announced the official opening of the new Mango shop as the brand continues its expansion in the UK. 3 Mango has opened up a brand new store in Dundee's Overgate Credit: Supplied 3 The new branch is located on the ground floor of the shopping centre Credit: Supplied Located on the ground floor of the shopping centre, the highly-anticipated store spans over 3,700 sq ft and stocks exclusively Mango Woman. And it is one of the first in Scotland to feature the stylish new Mediterranean-inspired concept, New Med. The new store has been built to generate a low environmental impact. The design boasts a Mediterranean theme with warm and neutral colours, combined with traditional, handcrafted, sustainable and natural materials. A large window at the front of the shop allows Overgate's customers to see the bright interior and affordable collections from outside. The branch also includes a click and collect area, as well as a new Committed Box. This is a container where customers can deposit clothing and footwear to give their garments a second life. Commenting, Malcolm Angus, Centre Manager, Overgate said: 'We are delighted to welcome Mango to Overgate. 'There has been huge interest and excitement about the brand's arrival to Dundee and this weekend's opening is a fantastic addition to the centre as it continues its remarkable retail transformation. 'Mango within Overgate will offer highly desirable wardrobe essentials and on-trend fashion for women at affordable price points, set within the store's striking New Med aesthetic. Pull&Bear Opens New Flagship Store at Silverburn: Fashion Fans Celebrate in Glasgow! 'We invite our customers to visit Overgate and experience Mango's excellent new retail offering.' In addition to the arrival of Mango, iconic British brand Clarks opened a new store in Overgate last month. Sports Direct tycoon Mike Ashley bought the Overgate Shopping Centre in Dundee in 2023. Since then huge plans have emerged for the retail hub, including a £5million transformation. One plan for the centre is a huge new department store. Frasers, which is owned by Ashley, will take over the vacant Debenhams. The store is scheduled to open in June.
The Courier
09-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
Spanish fashion chain Mango opens Dundee Overgate store
Fashion retailer Mango opens its new Dundee shop today. The Spanish chain is opening its store in the Overgate Shopping Centre at 10am. Located in the former Frankie and Benny's unit, the store has a selling space of 350 square metres and stocks womenswear exclusively. A post on the Overgate Facebook page said: 'Located on the lower mall, the Mango team are excited to welcome you. 'The much-anticipated new store spans over 3,700 sq ft and stocks exclusively Mango Woman. 'It is one of the first in Scotland to feature the stylish new Mediterranean-inspired concept, New Med, reflecting the spirit and freshness of the brand.' It comes just weeks after shoe retailer Clarks returned to Dundee, almost two years after leaving the city. The British brand went into the unit previously occupied by Burger King. Luxury sweet firm Hotel Chocolat is set to go into the soon-to-be vacant shop currently housing Regatta.
