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Westfield UTC Shopping Center announces new stores for this fall


Westfield UTC Shopping Center announces new stores for this fall

Photo of Westfield UTC in University City, San Diego. Photo courtesy of Westfield UTC.

Westfield UTC, an open-air shopping center near UC San Diego in University City, has announced four new openings for this fall, including a toy store and three clothing stores.

New openings include POP MART, a toy company; UNIQLO, a Japanese clothing store with a focus on lifewear; BYLT Premium Basics, a clothing store for makers, and Faherty, a beachwear store.

In addition, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, a New York-based ice cream chain, Lola 55, a Mexican restaurant known for its tacos and cocktails, and Melo Melo, a coconut dessert chain, will open at the center later this year.

Here’s a look at the four stores coming to Westfield UTC this fall:

POP-MART

POP MART is a toy company that produces numerous collectible and designer toys, creating toys of well-known characters such as MOLLY, The Monsters, DIMOO, Skullpanda and more. With stores in over 23 countries and regions through a network of over 350 offline stores and over 2000 Roboshops, POP MART opened its doors in Westfield UTC this month to appeal to the many fans of pop culture, comics and art in San Diego.

UNIQLO

Starting in October, UNIQLO will present Lifewear, clothing made of high-quality materials with an emphasis on practicality and comfort for everyday wear. UNIQLO has designed clothing based on the Japanese values ​​of simplicity, quality and durability, and produces clothing that focuses on universal design, excellent fit and comfort. As one of the brand’s newest stores, UNIQLO will hold opening events in October, including a grand opening, exclusive promotions, giveaways and special customer experiences.

BYLT Premium Basics

Founded in 2016, BYLT offers transitional apparel, footwear and accessories for the “go-getters, pioneers and ambitious,” consisting of tailored clothing and enhanced designs. To celebrate the store’s grand opening on August 24th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the store will be offering numerous specials and activities, including a free tote bag for the first 100 customers, free coffee, “Spin to Win” prizes, drawings for gift cards and collectible prizes, and a free PCH hat with any purchase of $50 or more.

Faherty

With a history spanning over a decade, Faherty is a family-owned, high-quality clothing brand “inspired by all-day surf sessions, road trips and beach bonfires.” To celebrate the UTC store opening on August 23, the store is hosting a Summer Friday Celebration from 3-6 p.m. with refreshing beverages, appetizers, live music and a chance to meet co-founder and CEO Alex Faherty.

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