Clinique opens one-stop beauty boutique in Richmond
Clinique is one of those beauty and skin care brands that needs no introduction.
The brand behind cult-classic products such as the Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion and Take the Day Off Makeup Remover has long been available at retailer outposts across Canada. Now its products are also available in its own branded store.
Clinique Canada recently announced the opening of its first stand-alone boutique, located in Richmond Centre.
We asked Artur Klepacz, the brand general manager for Clinique Canada, to dish up the details:
Q: What made this the right time to open the first Clinique stand-alone boutique?
A: The opportunity to create a dedicated Clinique space that visually and experientially communicates the brand’s identity and expertise was tremendously appealing. Bringing this concept to life meant a lot of planning, patience and hard work behind the scenes to ensure that we had all the elements from the best design to the right location aligned. As a result, we opened this Clinique store confident that we were able to deliver an exciting, multi-layered retail environment that empowers consumers and truly enhances their overall shopping experience.
Q: And what made Metro Vancouver a good fit?
A: Vancouver has always been home to very enthusiastic and loyal fans of Clinique, so we’re thrilled to open our first freestanding store on the West Coast. CF Richmond Centre presented us with a timely opportunity, and a fantastic location for us to offer a fully immersive Clinique-brand experience to some of the most passionate skin-care and makeup enthusiasts in the country.
Q: What makes this store truly unique?
A: It’s really a one-stop-shop for all the latest and greatest Clinique products and services. We’ve incorporated interactive technology that enhances every step of the shopping experience, along with dedicated skin-care, foundation and colour walls that visually encourage guests to pick-up, test and play.
Q: Aside from a full range of Clinique products, what can you share about the services offered to visitors?
A: The real surprise and delight of the store is the robust menu of You Time Services delivered by Clinique consultants. These free, customized beauty services are designed to cater to a whole range of potential beauty requests. Whether you’re looking for an easy skin-care routine that delivers a beautiful, glowing complexion, or some quick, insider tips on finding the perfect red lip for your skin tone; you’ll find your go-to expert on this Clinique team.