Beauty products giant Sephora is expected to open a new store at the Westgate centre in Oxford in the near future.
The chain has more than 3,000 stores worldwide, operating in 35 countries, including the UK.
Sephora's UK team has been announcing its latest store openings for 2025, bringing its "signature stripes" to Oxford this autumn, although so far no opening date has been provided.
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It will be the retail giant's 11th UK store, with 3,919 sq ft of total sales floor space.
The new store will join a line-up of 2025 openings for Sephora UK, including Liverpool One shopping centre which launched on May 22, alongside Sheffield Meadowhall, Manchester Arndale, and Cardiff St David’s that have been slated for summer opening and beyond.
Sarah Boyd, managing director for Sephora UK, said earlier: “We’re thrilled to be bringing Sephora UK to the beautiful city of Oxford and the iconic Westgate Oxford shopping centre in the heart of the town.
"This marks our 11th store in the UK, with the passionate response from the UK beauty community continuing to drive our strategy as we look for new locations.
"With Oxford’s vibrant beauty scene, its dynamic student presence, and global tourist appeal, we expect this new store to become a buzzing hub of beauty activity.”
Brendan Hattam, centre director at Westgate Oxford, said earlier: “We know that our guests are keen to shop leading health and beauty brands, particularly those offering unique or exclusive products, so we are delighted to be welcoming the region’s first Sephora store.
"We will be announcing more details on the brand's arrival, alongside opening dates, in due course."
The Westgate Centre said earlier: "The Sephora experience is more than just a place to shop– it’s about helping shoppers look and feel your best with a range of services from personalised beauty consultations that are now redeemable, gift wrap and engraving.
"Don’t forget to continue shopping via the Sephora UK app and sign up to their MySephora loyalty programme – a VIP scheme that rewards passion for beauty.
"Earn points for every purchase both instore and online, that can be exchanged for exclusive products, surprise gifts, and even invites to special events all which can be tracked on their app.
"Plus, members get early access to new products, birthday treats, and seasonal offers that will make you feel extra special all year long."
A spokeswoman for the shopping centre said it was not yet able to provide an opening date for the new store.
Sephora has been asked to comment.
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