Edinburgh Princes Street set for popular Chinese household, food and toy shop

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Popular Chinese lifestyle brand Miniso is set to open its first Scottish store on Edinburgh's Princes Street.

So-Mini Ltd, the applicant, has submitted plans to Edinburgh Council for new signage to be erected on the facade of 88 Princes Street, formerly a Samsung shop.

The store would be Miniso's first in the country, offering customers a wide range of toys, beauty products, household items and food. The brand is known for stocking Sanrio goods such as Hello Kitty, as well as Disney, Pokémon and blind boxes. It is especially popular with young people.

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Miniso has over 6,000 stores worldwide in more than 100 countries with the brand's red shopping bag logo set to be installed on the front of the retail unit if plans are granted by the council.

The brand's website reads: "Founded by CEO Ye Guofu, MINISO is a haven where every shopping trip is an adventure, and every product tells a story of joy and laughter. From best-selling blind boxes and collectibles to adorable plushies, trendy makeup and beauty products to high-quality toys and mouthwatering snacks, MINISO offers an irresistible mix of fun and fabulous at prices that won't break the bank.

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"Forget about boring shopping experiences; at MINISO, it's all about unleashing your inner child and embracing the playful side of life.

"Whether you're exploring our aisles filled with cute plush toys, browsing through our vibrant accessories, or discovering the latest collaborations with iconic brands like Sanrio, Disney, Pokémon, Care Bears, We Bare Bears, and more, there's never a dull moment at MINISO."

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