DJs opens first international store

David Jones NZDavid Jones today officially opened its first international store in Wellington, New Zealand, marking a significant milestone in the department store’s 178-year history.

David Jones’ flagship New Zealand store occupies the heritage listed building that previously housed Wellington department store Kirkcaldie & Stains.

Following a $20 million facelift, the new store features the same contemporary design debuted at David Jones’ Eastland store in Melbourne last year and, more recently, at its new flagship store at Pacific Fair on the Gold Coast.

Last night more than 150 VIPs joined New Zealand Prime Minister, John Key, at an exclusive event to celebrate the store’s arrival on Wellington’s ‘Golden Mile’, Lambton Quay.

This morning David Jones ambassador, Jessica Gomes, cut the ribbon at the official opening of the retailer’s 41st store in front of a crowd of eager customers, joined by David Jones chairman, Ian Moir, and David Jones CEO, John Dixon.

“We’re excited to offer our customers at David Jones Wellington a premium retail experience on par with the best department stores globally,” said Dixon.

“We’ve worked hard to inject a level of ambience, excitement and experience into our design, store content, product assortment and services that will provide our customers New Zealand with a world class shopping experience.”

The store will introduce new international brands not previously available in New Zealand, as well as stocking a number of New Zealand labels.

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