GARAGE signs at Lakeside Shopping Centre

Lakeside Shopping Centre in Essex, the UK’s sixth ranked out-of-town super regional destination owned and operated by SGS UK Retail, has announced the signing of GARAGE, a Montreal-born lifestyle brand. With 231 stores across North America, the brand made its UK debut earlier this year on Oxford Street, as part of its meaningful expansion strategy.

The off-duty brand has secured a premium 4,221 sq ft space on Lakeside’s upper level, further strengthening the centre’s contemporary fashion offer. Known for its signature mix of elevated essentials and active lifestyle pieces, GARAGE has built a strong following with its influential brand presence, bringing a spirit of individuality to the centre’s expansive catchment of 8.5 million people, within one hour’s drive.

Drawing strong inspiration from the energy and style of New York and Los Angeles, the brand’s ever-evolving collection of apparel and accessories will resonate with Lakeside’s fashion-conscious audience. The signing further reinforces Lakeside’s commitment to curating a dynamic and differentiated retail offer, seamlessly aligning with the preferences of the centre’s extensive catchment, where Lakeside remains the top and only choice.

Robert Jewell, Managing Director of Asset Management at Pradera, commented: “Lakeside remains the natural choice for brands entering the UK retail market, due to its established reputation as a leading super regional destination. GARAGE’s signing reflects both the strength of the scheme and quality of the brands represented. Its arrival will further broaden the retail mix, adding another globally recognised name to an already compelling line-up, while enhancing the depth and diversity that continues to distinguish Lakeside from competing destinations.”

Romina Kolodziejska, Vice President, Global Real Estate & Store Development at GARAGE added: “Since launching our first UK location to a strong reception, we are focused on further establishing GARAGE in key retail destinations as we continue to grow our footprint across the market. Opening our first store in Essex marks an exciting milestone in this journey, strengthening our presence in one of the country’s most dynamic and accessible regions. Lakeside benefits from a broad and well-established catchment, where the GARAGE experience is set to resonate strongly.”

Smith Young and LM are Lakeside’s retail leasing agents, and Metis and LM lead the leisure leasing.  Pradera asset manages Lakeside on behalf of SGS UK Retail. Newmark acted on behalf of GARAGE.