Web Watch: The Mini Curator
Launched online this month, design-led children's concept store, The Mini Curator, was born from a simple idea: that objects made for children can be both meaningful to play with and
Launched online this month, design-led children's concept store, The Mini Curator, was born from a simple idea: that objects made for children can be both meaningful to play with and
Led by Michelle Ojulah, Threads Creatives consultancy brings in-depth retail expertise to independent brands and businesses, empowering them to grow, innovate and thrive in a competitive marketplace. Michelle Ojulah launched Threads
Shoplifting offences in England and Wales have fallen for the first time in years, new ONS figures show, but a leading independent retailers' association is warning that half a million
Children's lifestyle store Cucurucu was established in November 2025 in the heart of Conwy, North Wales. The inspiration for the business came from owner Helen Parkes’ love of independent children’s
A new report from Spring & Autumn Fair and Faire offers independent retailers a clear, data-backed blueprint for growth, revealing that success on today’s high street is being driven not
A year after joining Harrods’ Fourth Floor in its Baby and Nursery Department, The Baby Cot Shop has deepened its presence, working with private clients, interior designers and families from
Danish childrenswear brand Wheat is opening its first flagship store on Østerbrogade in Copenhagen, marking a significant milestone in the company’s retail expansion. Following a phase of international growth, including recent
Following an internal review, the Fashion & Textile Children’s Trust (FTCT), which offers financial support to parents working in the UK fashion and textiles industry, is reducing the minimum required
Independent department store chain, Morley Department Stores, has appointed Melanie Smallwood as its first chief trading officer (CTO). Smallwood joins the company this month, bringing over 30 years of senior
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) welcomes the government's £319 million investment in high street revitalisation, but cautions that without business rates reform and action on overseas imports, high street
JoJo Maman Bébé has launched in the FatFace store at Bluewater Shopping Centre, as the lifestyle brand expands its in-store range to include a curated selection from JoJo alongside its
Duckduckbaby, India’s premier destination for iconic global baby brands, has officially launched My Carry Potty in India. Duckduckbaby launched the brand both online and at its flagship location in Gurgaon
SMALL-FOLK, situated in Totnes, Devon, has grown from a tiny shop into a thriving hub for children’s fashion and lifestyle products. The business was founded by Anna Liddle in June
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has added its voice to a landmark cross-industry campaign calling for urgent reform of the business electricity market, as small retailers continue to struggle with disproportionately
After a successful 13-year career in sales and marketing at Coca-Cola, Sally Jackson took voluntary redundancy in 2013 to spend more time with her children, Seren and Seth. The seeds
This Children’s Mental Health Week, M&S and YoungMinds are marking a significant milestone in their partnership to support young people’s mental health. They originally aimed to raise £5 million over
British brand Avery Row has landed on the JoJo Maman Bébé website for customers to shop high-quality essentials for baby, toddler and parent. Designing thoughtful products and gifts, Avery Row
Fox Williams LLP on managing returns and what can be learned from the new ASOS returns policy. Is it possible to manage or reduce product returns by driving consumer behaviour through
Casa Childrenswear, established by the founders of the award-winning Base Childrenswear retail chain, is an independent, family-owned retailer focused on high-quality, fashionable and sustainable clothing, gifts and toys. Following the
Katie Heptonstall, owner of the childrenswear brand Eleanor Charles, shares the story behind her expanding retail business. From initial pop-ups in York and Nottingham to a permanent shop in York
Independent retailers have a major opportunity to stand out using artificial intelligence (AI), a new podcast has revealed. The latest episode of High Street Matters from the British Independent Retailers