A NEW high-end fashion store will open its doors in Ringwood today (October 25)

A branch of Whistles opens at the Furlong Centre shopping centre at 9.30am.

The first 50 customers will receive a free tote bag.

Kate Middleton is a fan of the brand and wore a silk embroidered Whistles blouse called ‘Kate’ for her official engagement portrait with Prince William.

The new store has opened at the unit formerly occupied by stationery specialist Paperchase.

Paperchase closed its doors in June.

Other stores at the Furlong Centre include Phase Eight, Fat Face, Cook, Oasis, Hobbs and Osprey.

This weekend will see a Halloween themed farmers’ market take place at the centre on Saturday between 10am and 2pm.