Edinburgh St James Quarter gets new Schuh store offering popular footwear brands

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Popular fashion retailer Schuh is set to open at Edinburgh's St James Quarter next month.
The Edinburgh-founded shop will be opening on Level 1 of the shopping centre, adjacent to other high street names including Superdrug, Boots and Moss.
The store will be based within a 5,500 sq ft space and will offer the latest products from over 80 footwear brands, including Nike, adidas, UGG and Converse.
Chris Pyne, Leasing Director for St James Quarter, commented: 'Schuh is a great addition to St James Quarter, adding even more choice to our comprehensive retail offer that is now Scotland's go- to location for leading UK and international brands.
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"For a brand with depth in Scotland to choose the Quarter for its launch of a brand-new concept store underlines the confidence retailers have in St James Quarter as the number one retail destination in Scotland.'
Neil Partington, Chief Retail Offer at schuh, added: 'Scotland is at the heart of schuh – the birthplace of the business. Edinburgh, in particular, has always been a pivotal location for us, as the city where it all began. St James Quarter offers a prime opportunity to showcase our bold retail approach.
"With a curated selection of must-have brands and a commitment to exceptional customer service, schuh remains the go-to destination for footwear shopping in the capital.'

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