Streetwear retailer Footasylum is upsizing its store at Metrocentre in Gateshead by 25%.
The company is relocating to a 12,375 sq ft unit on Metrocentre’s Lower Red Mall, which will enable it to stock a larger range of streetwear, sportswear and footwear for men, women, and kids.
Ben Cox, director at Sovereign Centros from CBRE, said: “Last year, 17 of our tenants upsized or invested in existing stores, and this year we already have EE, Primark, Clarks, Victoria’s Secret and now Footasylum and Jack & Jones on that list. Recent leasing activity shines a light on how Metrocentre continues to be a location that is highly sought after, with major brands choosing to invest here. Footasylum is the latest in a long line of household name brands to commit to a new flagship store at Metrocentre, joining some exciting new entrants to Red Mall.”
A spokesperson from Footasylum added: “We are delighted that there is a demand for us at Metrocentre and that we can grow our footprint with a new unit at one of the top shopping centres in the country. We look forward to bringing a great selection of streetwear to the destination and have no doubt we will continue to find success at the centre.”
