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Autumn has arrived and The Centre, Livingston is bursting with new season offerings – from the coolest AW25 wardrobe must-haves, to home décor guaranteed to elevate your space. When the Style Squad caught up with shoppers at The Centre, many were enjoying the free family Space Dome event taking place during the school holidays, which offered visitors a 360° planetarium film experience, as well as the chance to take part in science-themed activities, including handling meteorites and embarking on a virtual space trip using a VR headset. Six lucky shoppers were delighted to share their purchases with us in return for a £25 Gift Card to spend at the shopping centre. Our first keen shopper was Robyn Wereshchuk, 32, from Livingston, who was visiting The Centre with her family and browsing the stores for a few long sleeved tops for an upcoming trip to Riyadh. Robyn said: “The kids have loved the Space Dome event and seeing the satellite flying overhead in the dome was a real highlight! “I picked up a few items today in H&M – it’s one of the places I tend to head for when I’m in The Centre, while the kids are always keen to go to JD Sports and The Entertainer for sportswear and toys.” Next up was new mum Stacey Sneddon, 33, a Dental Team Leader from East Calder, who was shopping in River Island with her husband and five week old baby boy. Stacey said: “I came down for some new jeans and I really like this relaxed straight leg pair from River Island. I also have a friend’s baby shower to attend and this cute bow hair clip is a really nice accessory for my outfit. “There are such a good choice of stores at The Centre so I knew I’d find something – I love cosy burgundy tones so I’m spoilt for choice this season!” The next lucky shopper was Susan Donnelly, 46, an Operations Manager from Bathgate, who was enjoying browsing the shops with her daughter after having lunch at the M&S Cafe. Susan said: “We’ve had a lovely day so far, dipping in to Søstrene Grene and H&M, and we also picked up a great illuminated mirror in Boots which was on offer for half price. “I love autumnal greens and sequins so this New Look top caught my eye – the oversized sequins are really unusual.” The Style Squad couldn’t resist checking out the purchases of Rohan Deb, 42, a Business Analyst from Livingston. Rohan lives close to The Centre so he finds it really handy to pop down for whatever he needs. Rohan said: “Today I wanted to buy for a few gifts for friends for Diwali and found just what I was looking for in Rituals – their sets are great for couples. “I’m also going to pop to M&S while I’m here to pick up some food and stock up on snacks for my nine year old daughter.” Next, was Kayleigh Nelson, 31, a Restaurant Manager from Livingston. Kayleigh was visiting The Centre with her son Lewis to check out the Space Dome event, have lunch and enjoy a spot of retail therapy. Kayleigh said: “Lewis loved the event, he thought it was really cool! Afterwards, we popped into S&S Argento and I spotted a delicate open clover necklace which I couldn’t resist getting. “We’re going to go for lunch while we’re here – probably wagamama or Nando’s as they’re our favourites.” The final stylish shopper was Natalie Lawrence, 25, an Early Years Officer from Edinburgh. Natalie came to The Centre to look for comfortable work clothes, followed by lunch with her parents. She said: “I really like the rich chocolate brown tones that are around this season, and there are a lot to choose from in H&M. I’m looking for comfortable trousers but I’m also partial to a nice maxi coat too!” Patrick Robbertze, Centre Director at The Centre, Livingston, said: “It’s always great to hear how much our shoppers enjoy visiting The Centre. “We hope that the six people chosen by the Style Squad treat themselves to something with their Gift Cards very soon.” Don't miss the latest news from the West Lothian Courier. Sign up to our free newsletter here .
