Cape Town, 1 December 2025: Cavendish Square is heading into the 2025 festive season with renewed pizzazz as an impressive collection of new stores has opened, bringing fresh energy, elevated experiences and thoughtful conveniences to the centre. With new stores from beloved brand names such as Checkers, Bootleggers and Lindt now open, and more premium brands on the way, Cavendish Square continues to be a much-loved retail destination, known for bringing quality, comfort and style to Cape Town shoppers.
New Spaces That Shape the Everyday
Checkers has officially opened in the upmarket centre, offering a contemporary supermarket experience designed around ease and choice. Shoppers can enjoy a generous selection of fresh produce, a deli filled with warm and cold favourites, free-range meats, artisan breads and a dedicated coffee bar alongside the full suite of Money Market services.
Bootlegger has also arrived, bringing its familiar blend of great coffee and relaxed dining to the heart of the southern suburbs. From early morning flat whites to late-afternoon catch-ups, the space offers a warm atmosphere that encourages guests to pause and settle in while enjoying their cup of choice.
The much-loved Tasha’s has opened a restaurant in the centre as well, combining the brand’s signature philosophy of beautiful food, personal service and distinctive design. True to form, Tasha’s offers daily dining from its carefully curated menu in an intentionally considered interior space.
Adding a stylish retro touch, Old School has opened its newest store in the country in Cavendish Square, rooted in a story that began in a Stellenbosch dorm room and grew into a brand shaped by heritage and craft. The store honours classic sporting culture with considered apparel pieces for the modern shopper.
The mall has also welcomed an elegant Lindt store, serving a refined chocolate experience with its celebrated truffles, pralines and gifting selection. This sweet space brings a little Swiss indulgence to the mall and is sure to be a popular gifting destination for the festive season.
Revamped stores such as Partners for Him & Her, Pick n Pay Clothing, Osumo, Marcels and Limnos now welcome customers with a refreshed and modernised look and feel.
Premium Brands Set To Open Soon
Skins will introduce its unique world of niche beauty, curated fragrances and specialist skincare from around the world. Known for its personal approach and commitment to sensory discovery, the boutique will add a new layer of sophistication to the shopping centre’s offering.
Burnt Studios will soon open its first store in the Cape Southern Suburbs in the centre. The activewear brand is celebrated for its modern aesthetic and performance-led design, with pieces crafted for movement and everyday confidence.
Looking ahead to early 2026, Something Pretty will open a permanent boutique following the success of its online store over the past year. Founder Tasneem Ismail will bring her flair for contemporary womenswear, shaped by her background in fashion buying and her passion for sourcing distinctive pieces from around the world.
Faizah Behardien, Centre Manager at Cavendish Square, said, “This is a special moment for Cavendish Square as we welcome brands that resonate with our shoppers. Each addition brings something meaningful, strengthening our commitment to offering Cape Town an upmarket retail experience that aligns with global trends while remaining warm and personal.”
For more details on the mall’s shopping centre stores and promotions, visit cavendish.co.za or follow the centre on social media for regular updates instagram.com.