Why the nichification of stores is more than a niche issue
Finding stories, identities and models that offer an alternative to what’s become a huge blur of boring retail.
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Retail
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Shanghai
The best new retail in Shanghai – July 2026
by Jack StrattenJuly 24, 2026Evolution takes centre stage in Shanghai this month as brands explore new concepts.
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London
5 of London’s best summer retail pop-ups
by Kirsty Birkett-StubbsJuly 14, 2026Forget selling – London’s summer pop-ups are about places for consumers to get together.
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Retail
H&M, Gudren Sjoden, and the strange stupidity of sustainability ratings
by Jack StrattenJuly 9, 2026There’s a fundamental problem with how we perceive sustainability in retail.
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Retail
My favourite hipster stores around the world
by Jack StrattenJuly 1, 2026Explore the top global hipster stores redefining retail with eclectic style, rare books, and distinct local vibes.
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Retail
What a social media ban for under-16s might mean for the beauty industry
by Jack StrattenJune 19, 2026It occurred to me that this could be a real issue for the beauty industry.
