Smooth moving into Flinders Lane: The next step in the retail renaissance of Melbourne’s iconic Flinders Lane will see women’s fashion boutique, Smooth, move into the high profile former newsagency space in the 271 Collins Street gallery.
James Spencer of Fitzroys negotiated the three-year lease with a three-year option for the 91sqm shop at 280 Flinders Lane, at around $130,000 per annum net.
Smooth will be opening after high-profile fashion operators Tiffany Treloar and Kisskill recently started trading in the famous strip.
“The strong enquiry from operators looking to snap up the high-profile space in this busy part of Melbourne’s CBD meant we were able to lease the space in less than a month of going to the market,” Spencer said.
“We received well over 50 enquiries from hospitality, fashion, convenience and service groups.”
Spencer recently leased Shop 6, 288 Flinders Lane to iconic Australian fashion designer Tiffany Treloar.
“Leasing demand has definitely increased on Flinders Lane, which benefits directly from the hustle and bustle of Degraves Street and Centre Place, and the further pedestrian traffic generated by its close proximity to Elizabeth Street and Flinders Street station,” he said.
Smooth’s deal also follows Fitzroys’ recent lease of Shop 1, 288 Flinders Lane to Melbourne-based cult fashion label e.g. etal. Also in the precinct are fellow Melbourne label Nique and designer shoes label Zomp, while Lingerie retailer Kisskill has moved into 241A Flinders Lane, and Lord of the Fries has opened its new bakery venture, Weirdoughs, next door at 241B.
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