The people of Basildon are keen to spice up their Christmas if the response to the new Ann Summers store in the town centre is anything to go by.

Window wonder - live mannequin Cate Brick caused a sensation when she helped launch the new store Picture: DAVE HENDERSON

Eager customers packed into the passion and fashion retailer's 75th store as it opened its doors in the Eastgate shopping centre at midday yesterday.

A live mannequin in the window enticed shoppers to view the hot range of goods inside.

Published Friday, December 13, 2002

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