A Scandinavian chain store is set to open its first shop in Aberdeen.

Popular global Danish design store Flying Tiger will open in the Trinity Centre later this month.

The store, which will occupy the unit formerly taken by clothes store Quiz, specialises in quirky products.

It sells often brightly coloured products, ranging from party items, home decor and kids’ toys to gadget gear, gift options and design pieces.

Launched in Copenhagen in 1995 under its original name of Tiger, the company now has more than 700 shops in 30 different countries.

The first store in the UK was opened in 2005 in Basingstoke.

Currently embarking on an expansion plan in the country, the company already has more than 80 stores across the UK.

Aberdeen will be the sixth Flying Tiger store to open in Scotland, with others located in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirling and Dundee.

Linda Stewart, general manager of the Trinity Centre, said she is delighted the new store is opening.

She said: “We are thrilled to see Flying Tiger finally opening a store in Aberdeen.

“We look forward to welcoming customers who know of the brand and are excited about their arrival, as well as introducing Flying Tiger to new fans in Aberdeen.

“We have already seen many positive responses from our customers on social media.”

Councillor for the George Street and Harbour area Sandra Macdonald said she was happy that a new retailer was opening a base in the city.

She said: “It’s great to hear. A diverse range of shops can only be a good thing.”

Dustin MacDonald, chairman of Aberdeen City Centre Community Council, said: “I think it’s good to get new shops that haven’t been in Aberdeen previously.

“It’s always good to see businesses taking the step to come here.”

The exact opening date has yet to be announced, but it is expected to be later this month.