Retail Profile: Lark Kids
Jennifer O’Sullivan, owner of Lark Kids, had always wanted to be a shopkeeper. Having studied buying and fashion business at the London College of Fashion, followed by a long career
Jennifer O’Sullivan, owner of Lark Kids, had always wanted to be a shopkeeper. Having studied buying and fashion business at the London College of Fashion, followed by a long career
Kidswear Collective, the UK’s fast-growing consignment platform specialising in designer pre-loved and past-season baby and kids’ fashion, has opened a pop-up shop at luxury shopping destination Bicester Village. The edit comprises
The British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) has commented on the recently published High Street Report, which showcases how the High Street has changed since 2020. The Association, which works with over
Kidly, the online kids’ retailer for 0-5 years, is increasing its eco commitments with a new charity partner for the coming year. In an ongoing drive to embed sustainability throughout
According to retail expert Springboard, Christmas shopping led to footfall rising by +5.4% across all UK retail destinations last week from the week before. There were increases across all three
Roarsome, the childrenswear and outdoor family adventure brand previously known as Dinoski, has launched an immersive pop-up experience at Harrods. The augmented reality (AR) ski lift named the ‘Roarsome Express’
Small Business Saturday returns to the UK on 3 December. The campaign is encouraging small business owners across the country to make the most of the spotlight, particularly as many
Sophie Proctor and her partner John Finn launched baby and kids’ concept store Dylan + Dora in April. Pre-Dylan + Dora, Proctor played tennis at an elite standard, representing Great
According to retail expert Springboard, footfall across UK retail destinations during the school half term rose by a significant +8.2% last week from the week before. This marked the largest
Childrensalon, the world’s largest online destination for designer childrenswear, has launched its Christmas campaign for 2022, which focuses on spreading comfort and joy to children all around the globe. Childrensalon has
Small Business Saturday will roll out a major programme of online mentoring and training during November as part of its 10-year celebrations. The free business support will help small businesses
Selfridges is expanding its rental offer with the launch of its first Kidswear Rental collection. The Selfridges buying team has selected a curated edit across occasionwear, outerwear, streetwear and changing
Kidly, the online kids' retailer for 0-5 years, has a new agreement to sell a curated edit of its own label collection, Kidly Label, through the Next platform. The partnership
Grohanger, a new British-designed sustainable baby hanger made from recycled material that ‘grows’ into an adult hanger to prevent waste, is now available to clothing retailers. The all-new sustainable Grohanger ensures
Monsoon has launched a new micro-site, Monsoon Bazaar, offering a curated marketplace of design-led and sustainable brands and products, including childrenswear and kids’ home décor. Monsoon Bazaar features homewares, women’s and
Just a Card – Indie Week, the independent alternative to Black Friday, will take place on 21-25 November 2022, celebrating independent shops, artists, makers and small businesses. Now in its
Owned by Lucy and Josh Keay, children's boutique Howela was created in lockdown when Lucy, who had always wanted to explore children’s retail, found the time to do so when
The John Lewis Partnership has doubled down on its pledges to protect and restore nature. This includes a range of new commitments and initiatives to reduce the impact of its
Three selected M&S destination stores in the South East, Midlands and North East will be home to Mamas & Papas ‘shop-in-shops’. The store openings follow the success of third-party brand
Members of the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) have reacted to news of the mini budget and energy announcements by outlining what would help them the most in the coming
Luxury childrenswear destination, Childrensalon, is marking 70 years of "dressing children beautifully" with a series of special projects that launched on 26 September. “As a member of our founding family, I