Two major fashion retailers have opened their first stores in Kent.

Bershka and Pull&Bear have arrived at Bluewater Shopping Centre in Greenhithe.

The popular Spanish brands opened their doors today (November 21) and can be found on the Lower Rose Gallery, between Claire’s and Office.

Both of the 10,000 sq ft shops will carry womenswear and menswear collections, with Bershka also featuring its teen line, BSK.

KentOnline first reported the fashion stores would be coming to the county in June following news that Phase Eight – which has been a tenant for more than 20 years – decided to relocate to a bigger store on-site.

Director at Bluewater James Waugh said: “Our initial announcement around the arrival of Bershka and Pull&Bear was met with huge excitement by our guests, who are excited to be able to shop both brands for the first time in the region, so we’re delighted to be announcing that they will be opening their doors this week.

“With a huge, combined footprint of 20,000 sq ft, the new additions are bound to be a hit and are arriving just in time for Black Friday and the run up to Christmas.”

The latest development follows a shake up of stores at the shopping centre ahead of the festive period.

Earlier this week, Australian cosmetic brand Aesop opened.

And, popular beauty retailer Sephora is set to open its doors on Tuesday, November 27, followed by Swedish fashion retailer Lindex the following day.

Next month, Yankee Candle will be bringing it’s Christmas themed-bus to the complex from Friday, December 13 to Sunday December 15 for customers to board and be given a free gift bag.