Here's why hundreds queued for MINISO opening at Braehead
The global retailer - which sells toys, homeware, figurines, plushies and viral blind boxes - welcomed its first customers at noon today at Braehead Shopping Centre.
People of all ages gathered for the ribbon cutting and minutes after, the crowd slowly flowed into the ground floor unit.
Some fans were waiting since as early as 8.30am and the sea of people stretched back all the way to the food court.
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Hundreds queue as MINISO opens at Braehead Shopping Centre, Glasgow (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times) Crowds at Braehead Shopping Centre (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times) (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times)
Shannon in the queue (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times)
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Shannon, 19, from Milngavie, arrived with her mum and auntie.
She said: "It's one of my favourite stores. I've been to one in America, it was amazing.
"I am so excited for the opening, I will be back here all the time now."
Ellie, 21, and Charlie, 23, came along to the event from the Southside of Glasgow.
They queued for around an hour and a half to get their hands on some Sanrio items.
Ellie said: "They have the best stuff and, obviously, we haven't had that yet, so I am buzzing for this.
"I have been to the MINISO store in London and it was incredible.
"I have high expectations, this is the first one I will have ever been to in Scotland."
Ellie and Charlie (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times) (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times)
Staff at the MINISO store (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times)
Gem, Kay and Beth, all in their twenties, came from the city as well.
They were most excited to buy some Miku and Kuromi objects.
Gem said: "My friends are a little bit more well-versed in it than me. I say I came for moral support but I will definitely end up spending too much money."
Beth added: "Yes, I set myself a limit of £60, that is what I am aiming to spend, no more."
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Gen, Kay and Beth (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times) Happy shoppers (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times) (Image: GordonTerris_Herald&Times)
Ashely Bisland, centre director at Braehead Shopping Centre: "We're absolutely thrilled to officially welcome MINISO to Braehead.
"The incredible turnout today, with hundreds of eager visitors queuing before doors opened, speaks volumes about the excitement and anticipation surrounding this launch.
"MINISO is a vibrant and unique addition to our retail mix, and we're proud to offer our shoppers a destination where fun, affordable, and stylish products come to life.
"We can't wait to see the community embrace everything MINISO has to offer.'
MINISO currently has a store on Edinburgh's Princes Street.
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