Buchanan Galleries announces six new retailers ahead of Christmas

Buchanan Galleries welcomes six new retailers ahead of the busy festive period, including guest favourites and a new offering.

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Last Updated: 21 October 2024 13:18

From cosy accessory sets, to handcrafted cosmetics and personalised keepsakes Christmas shoppers in Glasgow can explore a wide range of unique stores and kiosks alongside well-known brands at Buchanan Galleries.

For the first time, trendy eye-wear brand, Pop Specs has joined the retailer line-up at Buchanan Galleries. Located outside Mango, Pop Specs kiosk gives shoppers the opportunity to shop glasses like never before. Combining style and comfort, Pop Specs allows customers with or without a prescription to shop affordable and fashionable glasses that match their personality in just 20 minutes.

Returning for a second year in a row, Glasgow-based vegan cosmetics brand Och Vegan Cosmetics will be offering guests its range of vegan, natural and zero-waste soaps, lip balms, deodorants and shampoos. Opening on 13th November outside John Lewis, shoppers will be able to find the brand’s new customisable giftboxes, made up of its herby, earthy, and floral scented handmade toiletries and cosmetics. Shoppers can choose the size and the contents of the box and even add a personal note, making for the perfect gift idea this Christmas.

Heritage Accessories has returned with its selection of Scotland-made warm clothing accessories, such as hats, gloves, scarves, and it’s luxe Harris Tweed line - perfect gifts for friends or loved ones as the colder months approach. The brand has also launched a selection of tartan dog leads and bandanas under its Heritage Hound label, making for a great gift for those looking to style up the daily dog-walk. The store is located next to Starbucks on the first floor.

For unique Christmas keepsakes with a personal touch, Crystal Craft is back at Buchanan Galleries with its only kiosk in Glasgow this year. Offering an array of beautifully crafted, sparkling crystal giftware—ranging from figurines to statuettes—many pieces can be engraved with a heartfelt message for a loved one.

Next to Boots on the ground floor, Calendar Club have also returned with its range of 2025 calendars and diaries, as well as organisers, planners, stationery, and books. This year, Calendar Club is stocking a range of official football calendars and merchandise, from top Premier League and Scottish Premiership club, making it a one-stop for any football fan.

Unique clothing brand, Hunky Dory, has returned to Buchanan Galleries outside Swarovski selling its range of rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia-themed t-shirts, jackets and canvas bags. Each piece is lovingly designed and screen-printed by hand in Glasgow, and celebrates rock ‘n’ roll icons, such as Blondie, David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, and Oasis, just in time for the band's iconic comeback.

Kathy Murdoch, Centre Director at Buchanan Galleries, said: “In the lead up to Christmas, we’re excited to welcome new brands to the centre, continuing to offer our guests a wide variety of choices throughout the festive season and beyond.

“From fabulous fashion and homewares to thoughtful gifts and keepsakes, we’re sure guests will love all our new additions – with a few more to come.”

To plan your visit to Buchanan Galleries, head to buchanangalleries.co.uk

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