Topshop Makes a High Street Comeback in the West Midlands
In a significant development for fashion retail, Topshop has returned to the West Midlands high street, five years after closing its last standalone store. The brand is now being stocked in John Lewis department stores, with availability starting from Tuesday, February 17. This marks a notable revival for Topshop, which had previously exited the physical retail landscape in the region.
John Lewis Investment and Strategy
John Lewis is implementing a long-term strategy that involves an £800 million investment into its shops. As part of this initiative, Topshop is one of the new brands being introduced for the spring and summer season. The decision follows the success of pop-up shops in selected John Lewis locations, including the Touchwood Solihull branch, which tested consumer interest and demand.
Touchwood Solihull announced the return with enthusiasm, posting on social media: "The comeback we’ve all been waiting for. Topshop is back in Solihull. Now in-store at John Lewis Solihull. Time to refresh that wardrobe." This statement highlights the anticipation and excitement surrounding the brand's reappearance in the local market.
Future Prospects and Historical Context
While Topshop is currently available through John Lewis, it remains uncertain whether standalone Topshop stores will re-emerge in the future. Since its departure from the Bullring shopping centre, the former Topshop unit has been occupied by other fashion retailers, Bershka and Pull and Bear. However, the Bullring has seen other brands return, such as Victoria's Secret, which is set to reopen next month after a two-year absence, indicating a potential trend for retail comebacks in the area.
Full List of John Lewis Stores Stocking Topshop
Topshop items are now available in all 32 John Lewis department stores across the United Kingdom. The locations include:
- Glasgow, Scotland
- Edinburgh, Scotland
- Newcastle
- Leeds
- Liverpool
- Trafford, Manchester
- Cheadle, Manchester
- Cardiff, Wales
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
- Leicester, Leicestershire
- Solihull, West Midlands
- Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
- Norwich, Norfolk
- Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
- Welwyn, Hertfordshire
- Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
- Chelmsford, Essex
- Cribbs Causeway, Bristol
- Exeter, Devon
- Oxford, Oxfordshire
- High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
- Reading, Berkshire
- Bluewater, Kent
- Horsham, West Sussex
- Southampton, Hampshire
- Brent Cross, London
- Stratford, London
- Canary Wharf, London
- Oxford Street, London
- Peter Jones, London
- White City, London
- Kingston, London
This nationwide rollout ensures that customers across the country, including those in the West Midlands, can access Topshop's fashion offerings through the John Lewis partnership.
