Retail Therapy: Loving by Nature
Back in 2018, a time when people were starting to become increasingly conscious of adopting a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, Charlotte Loving established Loving by Nature to provide an in-person
Back in 2018, a time when people were starting to become increasingly conscious of adopting a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, Charlotte Loving established Loving by Nature to provide an in-person
At the end of 2023, Jess Reed found herself at a crossroads in her career, feeling stuck and in need of a new direction. Opening a children’s concept store had
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
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
Join us as we step into the enchanting world of Bluebell Petite, a new children’s boutique designed to foster creativity and imaginative play whilst encouraging children to embrace their individuality. Bluebell
Ashlee Spyve left school at 16 years old and, unsure of her career path, tried various roles to help her choose a vocation. It was whilst working at a small
Annemarie Sharp opened Cowboys & Angels Children's Boutique in 2012 in the coastal town of West Kirby in the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, Merseyside. Sharp, whose previous career was in children’s
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
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
Founded by Ali Ribchester, Tutti Frutti is a gender-neutral brand designed to fit over cloth nappies that began life online just over six years ago. As the brand grew, so
Established in September 2021, Eco Baby Box is a boutique for 0 to 4 years based in Ottery St Mary, a small town in East Devon. Business owner Nicci Simpson
Helen Greaves, owner of Bromsgrove-based independent school uniform shop S&H Schoolwear and Sports, discusses the history behind her family-run business and the importance of supporting the local community. Many independent schoolwear
Clare Cummins, a mum of three with a passion for fashion, launched Bella Diosa in 2018, initially focusing on Instagram. As interest grew, so did Bella Diosa’s platform. Cummins built her
The pandemic served as a catalyst for many a new business venture, and it was also what spurred Jenna Chapman to follow her passion for fashion and children’s clothing by
Before opening The Den – Kidswear in October 2020, Lucy Charlish spent 20 years buying and merchandising for some of the UK’s biggest retailers. When the opportunity arose to do
Zero Zen is an online store specialising in all things biodegradable, natural, ethical, sustainable and organic. The website features a host of reusable and eco-friendly products for all the family
In October 2019, St Crispins Retail Village in Northampton welcomed Rockit Children’s Boutique, bringing a much-needed independent offering to the local community. Owner Holly Hamer’s inviting store is both child and
Located in the heart of Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, Other Kids is a children’s shoe shop which, as well as providing a specialist shoe fitting service, stocks a range of children’s
Alex Treanor opened children’s footwear and clothing store Ollie & Phee in 2016. Her inspiration for the business - and her love of working with kids - came following her
Best friends and mothers, Georgie Simpson and Anna Lockwood, opened the wonderfully named children’s store Tiger Fifty 7 in late January in the spa town of Harrogate. (The shop’s name