Sephora UK to open new store at Edinburgh's St James Quarter this summer
World-famous beauty retailer Sephora is set to open a new store in Edinburgh city centre this summer.
Sephora UK is set to bring its signature black and white stripes to the St James Quarter, giving beauty and skincare enthusiasts the chance to shop popular brands including rhode, Haus Labs and Makeup by Mario.
The exact opening date for the 4,961 sq ft Edinburgh store, which will be fully stocked with Sephora UK exclusives and selective brands, is set to be announced in the coming months.
Anne Ledgerwood, estate director at St James Quarter, said: “The opening of Sephora’s first store in Scotland is a major moment for both St James Quarter and Edinburgh’s shopping scene.
“As one of the most influential names in global beauty, its arrival brings a new retail experience to the city and an exciting addition to St James Quarter’s growing beauty line-up.
“Sephora’s immersive concept and curated brand offer will our give customers something truly new, whether they are long-time fans or discovering the brand for the first time.”
The Edinburgh store is one of two coming to Scotland this summer, meaning Sephora UK will have stores across the four UK nations. The other Scottish store will open at Silverburn in Glasgow at a date yet to be announced.
The new Scottish stores will offer customers the chance to enjoy personalised beauty consultations as well as gift-wrapping and engraving services. They will also among the first branches to introduce Sephora UK’s Beauty Scan technology, which will see beauty advisors use an advanced lens to analyse clients’ skin and give personalised feedback, product recommendations and shade matching.
Sarah Boyd, managing director of Sephora UK, said: “The Sephora UK team and I are thrilled to finally reveal that we’re bringing our 'temples of beauty' to not one, but two incredible Scottish cities this summer - with fans crying out for a Scottish beauty playground.
“It has been three years since we opened our first UK store; from the very beginning we’ve been searching for the perfect locations for us to open in the region - and we are so happy to have found them in Edinburgh’s St James Quarter and Silverburn Glasgow.
“Opening in both Edinburgh and Glasgow this summer is about bringing double the energy, double the access, and double the magic to a country that has long been calling for it.
“Scotland also steps into a landmark summer, so the timing couldn’t feel more meaningful, and Sephora UK is proud to play a part in a special season that is set to make its mark in the history books.
“We know how eagerly our Scottish customers have waited while we expanded across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and we truly want to say thank you for your patience and loyalty. Now, Scotland, let's get even more bonnie together!"