River Island opens new concept store in Milton Keynes
According to FashionUnited UK, River Island has opened a new two-floor, 12,800 square foot River Island concept store at Centre:mk in Milton Keynes, featuring River-Runway installations, an expanded denim department, modernised fitting rooms, and RFID weight-sensing self-service checkouts with WW Smart Fitting Rooms. Mel Aucott, River Island's retail director, says the launch marks an important step in the brand's bricks-and-mortar presence as it expands the concept. The retailer, which returned to pre-tax profitability in 2025 after a 2024 loss, has previously undergone a major restructuring that included 33 store closures and rent reductions.
Key facts
- 01River Island opened a new concept store at Centre:mk in Milton Keynes.
- 02The store is 12,800 square feet and two floors.
- 03It features River-Runway, an expanded denim department, modernised fitting rooms, RFID weight-sensing self-service checkouts, and WW Smart Fitting Rooms.
- 04The opening follows a 2024-2025 profitability turnaround after a period of restructuring that included 33 store closures and rent reductions.
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- River Island debuts new store concept in Milton Keynes · FashionUnited UK