CLAIRE'S opens its first high street flagship store in Portugal

The American retailer opens a new flagship store in the heart of Porto and is currently represented by Cushman & Wakefield in its real estate activities in the country.

Cushman & Wakefield has assisted Claire’s in the search and negotiation of their high street flagship store in Portugal, with c. 400 sqm, located in Rua de Santa Catarina, the highest footfall street, in the city Centre of Porto.

In addition, the leading global consultancy firm, announces that it has recently won the real estate representation of Claire's in Portugal.

Claire’s has a legacy of creating exclusive, trendsetting, fun fashionable jewelry and accessories for over 50 years. The brand operates in over 39 countries with 2,500 owned and 8,000 concessions stores covering North America and Europe, and 350 franchise stores operating in the Middle East, South America & South Africa. Claire’s mission is to be the global brand powerhouse for self-expression, creating exclusive, curated, and fun looks for girls and women of all ages.

In Portugal since2006, the American retailer has 40 stores throughout the country and expansion plans for the coming years. Cushman & Wakefield was appointed to assist in any real estate activity in Portugal such as renegotiations and new leasing.

“To win Claire’s Tenant Representation reinforce the presence of Cushman & Wakefield at the forefront of retail real estate consultancy at a national and international level, an area in which we have been dominant. We are very pleased to be part of Claire’s journey in Portugal and we certainly contribute to its growth and get closer to its customers”, says João Pereira, Senior Consultant of the Retail Department at Cushman & Wakefield Portugal.

With more than 30 years of history in Portugal, Cushman & Wakefield has been able to distinguish itself in all aspects of retail, from consulting to tenants and landlords representation, always focusing on adding value to clients.

With the achievement of Claire’s retail representation, the company intends to continue its growth in the tenant representation sector, as well as to provide excellent services and create value in the sector.