More exciting news for the Scottish high street.
Glasgow shoppers will soon be treated to anther exciting opening. It comes amidst a flurry of announcements for a ‘world-famed’ pizza chain and a luxury dessert parlour over the past few weeks.
Oliver Bonas will officially be setting up shop in Glasgow Fort. The major shopping and leisure destination shared the news on social media which led to locals admitting they were “absolutely buzzing”.
At present, the official opening date has not yet been revealed but the Daily Record has approached Glasgow Fort for more information. We will update this story once we hear back.
Once opened, it will take the high street firm’s total across Glasgow to four. Other branches can be found on Gordon Street, Byres Road and in the Silverburn shopping centre, with the latter only opening at the end of 2025.
Founded in 1993, the lifestyle brand got its name from founder Oliver Tress and his then partner Anna Bonas, the cousin of Prince Harry’s ex-girlfriend Cressida Bonas. As of today, it operates more than 91 stores across the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
Known for its “distinctive” take on fashion and homeware, the brand curates its own design-led collections. Alongside vibrant clothing, it also offers quirky, unique gifts that feature bold, playful prints.
Glasgow Fort has teased the upcoming new branch in a Facebook post that reads: “New store alert!! Oliver Bonas is coming to Glasgow Fort. Keep your eyes peeled for more info.”
Hundreds of shoppers have flooded the comments with their excitement, with many tagging their loved ones in the announcement, One such Facebook user wrote: “Actually buzzing.”
A fan of the brand itself wrote: “Good. Love Oliver Bonas.”
Someone who couldn’t hide their enthusiasm added: “Omg how exciting. I can’t wait.”
Meanwhile, one shopper jokingly quipped: “Ban me from the fort!”
And another cheekily responded with: “So baaaad for my bank balance”
It comes just days after it was announced that a popular fashion brand once featured in Vogue had opened in the St Enoch Centre. The Vanilla Group opened its first standalone Scottish store on Friday (August 28).
Measuring 2,000 sq. ft, shopers will find both the Pink and Blue Vanilla labels on shelves. The brand was once featured in the iconic fashion magazine’s June 2026 issue, with praise for its “accessible price point” and collections that “blend modern femininity with high street inspiration.”
The city is also set for a Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana, which will be a first for Scotland. The world-renowned brand is set to be located on 35 Gordon Street, with an opening date set for sometime this autumn.
Taking the UK chain’s total to 42 nationwide, Rudy’s has become famed for its light, double fermented dough and dedication to the authentic Neapolitan art. It has also been accredited accredited by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN) and ranked in the World’s 50 Best Pizzerias, ranking 23rd globally for 2025.
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