M&S has confirmed plans to return to Bristol with the opening of a brand-new flagship store in Cabot Circus, complementing the retailer's existing offer across Bristol including its Avonmeads, Eastgate,
Samantha Pritchard’s career in footwear began in 2010 when she worked in the Shrewsbury branch of Jones Bootmaker, which included a well-established children’s department. Over the years, Jones Bootmaker went
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has released the second episode of its High Street Matters podcast series, this time tackling the issue of accessibility for independent retailers. The episode 'Accessibility
Matalan has partnered with the NSPCC and Acamar Films to release a limited-edition children's Bing T-shirt ahead of Childhood Day on Friday 7 June 2024. One hundred per cent of
British luxury childrenswear brand, Pepa London, has opened a second boutique located at 313 Brompton Rd in Brompton Cross. Situated between Knightsbridge, Chelsea and South Kensington, the 500 sq. ft
Sisters Laura Geekie and Jo Machray launched a website in February as an extension of their independent family store, The Spotty Tiger, which opened in Perth, Scotland in June 2023.
Rachael Kavanagh launched The Tiny Baby Boutique online in April 2023 before opening a bricks and mortar store at the end of November. Kavanagh had always dreamt of owning a
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is giving independent businesses across the UK a powerful new resource with the launch of its High Street Matters podcast. Hosted by journalist Steve
Margo’s Petersfield is a new kids’ clothing, footwear and family gifting shop located in the market town of Petersfield, Hampshire. Owners Jasmine Kerr and Barnaby Williams both grew up in
Rebecca Facey, a Real Estate legal director, and Stephen Sidkin, a commercial law partner at Fox Williams LLP, cover the legal issues involved with opening a pop-up store. Pop-ups are a
From 29 May to 9 June, JoJo Maman Bébé will host its JoJo Family Festival, including community sessions with local experts hosted in select JoJo stores. The sessions will offer
Marks & Spencer is asking the public to donate both wearable and unwearable clothing for a free postal donation service trial in partnership with Oxfam. Through the trial, which is
Premium and sustainable outdoor kidswear brand, Isbjörn of Sweden, has collaborated with Lignin Industries AB as part of its sustainability pledge, which includes bold Net Zero targets. Isbjörn’s DNA has
Childrenswear brand PO.P, formally known as Polarn O. Pyret, has rolled out its PO.P Second Hand initiative in two of its UK stores – London White City and Cambridge. Already
Global sport-inspired lifestyle brand, U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), is opening its second store in partnership with its UK licensee, Brand Machine
The John Lewis Partnership has appointed Jason Tarry as its seventh chairman following Sharon White’s decision to step down at the end of her term. Tarry brings over 33 years
Danish childrenswear brand, Wheat, has firmly strengthened its position in the UK, with its latest collections now available in a variety of retailers across the country. The s/s 24 collections can
PO.P kidswear, formally known as Polarn O. Pyret, has a new partnership with Marks & Spencer that will see several key PO.P items launching on the retailer’s Brands at M&S
Online eco shop, Kempii, has introduced a line of eco-friendly, zero-waste baby products. The aim is to make green living fun and easy from the very beginning, ensuring a happier
Retailers running successful gift card programmes are experiencing a surge in sales thanks to the growing trend of shoppers using gift cards to unlock significant savings on larger purchases. According to
Sustainable children’s clothing store, My Little Green Wardrobe (MLGW), has launched its own label for the first time. Its new Mama & Me range focuses not only on kids' clothing
