LUXURY jewellery Laings has unveiled a £3m plan to open a new Southampton showroom three times the size of its existing premises.

Laings is moving from its current site at the Westquay shopping centre to a unit formerly occupied by Victoria's Secret lingerie shop, which closed in September.

Laings' new 9,000sq ft showroom is due to open next summer as part of a national expansion scheme.

Its existing outlet will remain open until the move takes place.

Daily Echo: The existing Laings outlet at Westquay. Picture: LaingsThe existing Laings outlet at Westquay. Picture: Laings (Image: Laings)

Managing director Stuart McDowell said: "This move marks a significant investment into our presence and customer offering in Southampton, where we have operated for close to 30 years.

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"The new unit is a remarkable space, and we have some exciting plans in place that we hope will enhance our clientele’s shopping experience for years to come.

“The expansion is testament to the skill and expertise of our dedicated staff who have built strong relationships in the community throughout the decades.

"They are a talented team and we are looking forward to welcoming new team members to the Laings family ahead of our grand opening next year."

Daily Echo: The existing Laings outlet at Westquay. Picture: LaingsThe existing Laings outlet at Westquay. Picture: Laings (Image: Laings)

Laings is renowned for handcrafted fine jewellery, bespoke design, and curation of the world’s most sought-after watch brands.

With roots in Scotland, it is the country’s longest-standing family-run jeweller dating back through 180 years of rich heritage.

The brand’s ambition is to be recognised as the UK’s jeweller of choice, appealing to all generations and occasions, creating unforgettable experiences for all clients.

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