Retail profile: The Tiny Baby Boutique
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
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
Independent children’s boutique, Buttercup, recently celebrated 12 years in business. Based in Whitstable, the bricks and mortar and online independent specialises in sustainably made children’s products, including wooden toys, gifts,
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has compiled a five-item 'wish list' for the Chancellor to address in the Spring Budget. Bira, which works with over 6,000 independent businesses of
Luxury childrenswear brand Gió Bespoke, which specialises in christening gowns, communion dresses, flower girl, party and bespoke dresses, is now available at Anthropologie. Gió Bespoke makes its Anthropologie debut with its
Husband and wife team, Joe and Hannah Craven, opened the first Polly and Tots store at Blakemere Village near Northwich in Cheshire in February 2020. Within a matter of weeks,
Isabella Robinson became the new owner of Leek-based children’s clothing and gift store Bo-Belles Boutique in September. The business was originally established in July 2010 by Isabella’s mum, Clare, and
During Children’s Mental Health Week (5-11 February 2024), M&S is launching new Trusted Adult training to help its 65,000 colleagues learn more about how to support the young people in