Footwear company Skechers to open a store in the London Designer Outlet in Wembley

Another sports retailer has signed up to the London Designer Outlet in Wembley which opens its doors next month.

Skechers will open a store in the 350,000 foot square centre offering up to 70 per cent of retail prices.

The company specialises in footwear for men, women and children and the new store will offer a variety of lifestyle, children’s and performance shoes at discounted prices.

Skechers will join the likes of Nike, L.K. Bennett, Superdry, Guess, Gap, Clarks and Marks & Spencer who have signed up to LDO – the first ever discount outlet within the M25.

High-end homeware brands Villeroy & Boch and Oneida will also open branches as will restaurants Prezzo, Handmade Burger Co and Las Iguanas.

Currently in its final phase of construction, LDO has leased 70 per cent of its units and will open for business on October 24.

James Saunders, chief operating officer of Quintain, who are managing LDO, said: “Skechers is a fantastic addition to the London Designer Outlet sports retail offering.

“This high quality trusted global brand will complement the sought after range of fashion and homeware retailers also have confirmed for the centre”.

Located adjacent to Wembley Stadium and Arena and a new four star Hilton hotel, London Designer Outlet is easily accessible by road, rail and tube.