British lifestyle store opens first west of Ireland branch in Mayo

FatFace, the well-known British lifestyle brand store, has opened a new store in Westport, the first time that the company has opened a store on the west coast of Ireland.

Measuring 1,571 sq feet in size, the new store will allow customers to explore and purchase FatFace’s latest collection, as well as iconic items from its core range.

The Westport location will create eight new jobs, with the new crew embodying FatFace’s core values. Alongside a generous staff discount, colleagues will have access to wellbeing services, learning and self-development resources and flexible working opportunities. 

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The new store, located at 33 Bridge Street, marks an exciting milestone for FatFace as it continues to expand its presence in Ireland. Last year, the lifestyle brand launched a new store in Blanchardstown, its first full-price opening in 14 years.

Karen Johnston, Stores Director at FatFace, commented: “Opening our first store on the west coast of Ireland is an exciting step for FatFace. Westport is a beautiful location with a strong sense of community, and we are thrilled to bring our brand to this part of the country. We’re confident that our new store will become a favourite shopping destination for locals and visitors alike, and we look forward to connecting with the Westport community.”

FatFace currently operates six stores in ROI, 190 stores in the UK, and over 20 stores in the US and Canada. As a B Corp Certified company, FatFace places sustainability at the heart of its operations, focusing on its key pillars of product, planet, and community.

The opening times for the new store in Westport are 9.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Saturday, and 10am to 4pm on Sunday. For more, see www.fatface.com.