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Written in THE STARS
One of the best parts of editing this magazine is interviewing the inspiring small business owners who make up this unique industry. During the 15 years it’s been in print, I’ve spoken to many of you - delving into the heart and soul of your small shops (often turned into lucrative enterprises) and trailblazing, independent brands.
Having the chance to recognise the best in the business is something I never take for granted. Which is why it’s an honour to announce the finalists for the Boutique Star Awards 2025 in this month’s issue.
Our expert judging panel – made up of indie retailers, agents and industry advocates – has been poring over your entries to choose the very best in the sector. Turn to pages 10–11 to see this year's shortlist of the UK's leading independent womenswear retailers and their suppliers.
I’d like to thank everyone who submitted an entry or nomination this year. I know how busy you are running your businesses, and that time is more precious than ever. But industry competitions like ours are vital for shining a light on the hard work, ingenuity and resilience that makes indie retail so special.
We've also introduced a new reader-voted award this year: Favourite Supplier 2025. Please visit our website to cast your vote from the shortlist before Friday 24 October.
This year’s winners will be crowned at London’s May Fair Hotel on Thursday 13 November. We have a memorable evening planned to toast the achievements of this sector - and everyone is invited. Tickets are on sale now; turn to page 7 for all the details.
As ever, it’s an evening to not only celebrate our finalists, but the strength and resilience of independent fashion retail too.
Gemma Ward, Editor
Fashion Fix
ESSENTIAL NEWS FOR FASHION INDIES
JOIN US FOR THE BOUTIQUE STAR AWARDS 2025 WINNERS’ PARTY
Ti ckets for Boutique Star Awards 2025 winners’ party are now on sale. This year’s event will return to the Crystal Room inside London’s May Fair Hotel on Thursday 13 November, where industry insiders will gather for the ultimate celebration of independent fashion retail.
R etailer awards include Fashion Independent of the Year, Social Media Strategy of the Year and Manager of the Year while supplier categories include British Brand of the Year and Family Founded Brand of the Year . Three special awards – Lifetime Achievement, Outstanding Business and Favourite Supplier – will also be announced on the evening in recognition of this year’s most exceptional individuals and businesses.
A ll independent retailers, brands, agents and suppliers are invited to join the Boutique team to celebrate the industry’s achievements. Tickets cost £220 each and include welcome drinks, a three-course dinner with wine and a glittering awards ceremony and DJ after party. More information on purchasing is available via boutique-magazine.co.uk/star-awards-tickets.
“ The Boutique Star Awards winners’ party has now become one of the most anticipated highlights on the
independent fashion retail calendar,” says Boutique magazine 's Julie Neill. “The Crystal Room provides the perfect backdrop for such a special occasion, and we’ve worked hard to make this year’s event even more memorable. We’re looking forward to bringing the whole community together again to recognise the talent and amazing resilience of this sector. Everyone is invited so please do join us for this unforgettable evening.”
T he Boutique Star Awards first launched in 2019, awarding 12 trophies to leading indie retailers and suppliers. After a three-year hiatus, the competition returned in 2022 with the winners’ party taking place in the May Fair Hotel’s Danziger Suite. In 2023, the event moved to the hotel’s larger Crystal Room where it remained for 2024. Previous winners include Young Ideas, Domino Style, Biscuit Clothing, Artichoke, Velvet and Doodie Stark alongside suppliers such as From My Mother’s Garden, Scream Pretty, Pomodoro, Orientique and Oldstrom.
Tickets cost £220 each; E: julie@bpmedialtd.co.uk to book or visit boutique-magazine.co.uk/star-awards-tickets
2024 WINNERS’ PARTY
INDUSTRY UPDATE ESSENTIAL NEWS FOR FASHION INDIES
WHITE
COCO OPENS FOURTH BOUTIQUE IN HARROGATE
Womenswear indie group White Coco has opened its fourth store in Harrogate. The new boutique is based on West Park, a short walk from Bettys tearooms, and opened earlier this month with an in-store launch party.
Co-founded by Sally Boddington (pictured), White Coco’s first boutique opened in 2012 in the historic market town of Hungerford. Known for its carefully curated mix of clothing, accessories, homeware and gifts, the business has built a reputation as a destination for timeless style and thoughtful design at accessible price points.
After almost a decade trading, the indie expanded its physical footprint with a second boutique in Chelsea in 2020 followed by a third in Oxford in 2024. The Harrogate launch marks the next step in this strategy, giving the brand a foothold in North Yorkshire where it already has a loyal online following. “We’re thrilled to be bringing White Coco to Harrogate,” says Boddington. “This beautiful town, with its vibrant community, is the perfect place for us to grow.”
HOLLAND COOPER LAUNCHES WELLIE’NESS WALKS AT BLENHEIM PALACE
Luxury brand Holland Cooper is teaming up with Blenheim Palace this month to mark World Mental Health Day. From 10–20 October, visitors can explore the Park and Gardens to find 10 hidden Holland Cooper wellies, each featuring a QR code to enter a prize draw worth over £1,000. Prizes include wellies, a styling appointment, a £500 gift voucher, afternoon tea for four and a family Annual Pass. The initiative encourages spending time outdoors to boost mental wellbeing.
THREE TRENDS INDIES ARE BACKING FOR CHRISTMAS 2025
Indies are betting on nostalgic home-hosting, cosy indoor pastimes and romantic fashion ahead of Christmas, according to the latest Faire Forecast. The report, compiled in partnership with WGSN, analysed thousands of product searches by retailers to identify the three biggest consumer trends.
Searches for fondues have surged 277 per cent year-on-year, martini glasses by 150 per cent and mocktails by 57 per cent. Cosy clothing and boardgames are also popular, with searches for chunky knits jumping 200 per cent and Mahjong 138 per cent. Finally, vintage-inspired fashion is on the rise with lace shirt searches increasing by 163 per cent and ruffle sleeves 126 per cent.
Faire’s Charlotte Broadbent says: “Retailers are looking for products that help their customers build realworld connections, enjoy affordable screen-free time and create fresh, nostalgic aesthetics.”
“Retailers are looking for products to create nostalgic aesthetics”
INDIE SHOP NEWS
A FASHIONABLE DECADE
Happy birthday to Pontanna-based womenswear indie Kiti, which recently celebrated its tenth year of trading with an instore fashion show and shopping event.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
Lancaster’s Renes
Fashion also marked a special milestone last month, celebrating an amazing 70 years in business at the town’s historic Leighton Hall Estate.
NEW CHAPTER
Womenswear
independent Kings Road Boutique has closed its Woburn Sands shop, announcing a strategic decision to bring its operations under one roof at its Leighton Buzzard flagship.
Indies invited to vote for their Favourite Supplier of the Year 2025
Voting for the Boutique Star Awards Favourite Supplier of the Year 2025 award is now open. For the first time, indie retailers can select their best-loved brand, agent or distributor from the shortlist, which includes Carol C Collections, Concrete-Concept Agency, Goddiva, Ichi, Jonny
Drama Group and Lily & Me. The finalist with the highest number of votes will be revealed at the winners’ party in London on Thursday 13 November, when the industry will come together to celebrate indie retail’s biggest achievements (book tickets via julie@bpmedialtd.co.uk).
CLOTHING AMONG AUGUST’S STRONGEST RETAIL PERFORMERS
Fa shion retailers experienced a welcome uplift in August despite sluggish performance across the wider retail market, reveal figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
S ales volumes at clothing stores rose 1.3 per cent during the month and 2.2 per cent over the three months to August, driven by summer events and the annual backto-school rush. Their performance helped lift the overall non-food category, which recorded a 1.1 per cent increase alongside gains for department stores.
Across the sector more broadly, retail sales volumes slipped by 0.1 per cent in the three months to August compared with the previous three-month period. However, August itself brought some reprieve, with sales volumes up 0.5 per cent – matching the uplift seen in July. By value, sales increased 3 per cent, while volumes rose 1.2 per cent.
D r Kris Hamer, director of insight at the British Retail Consortium, said August had “closed out a bright summer of retail sales on a high note,” citing the impact of prolonged sunshine, a bank holiday and the recent interest rate cut.
SELLING PRICE AVERAGE SALES QUANTITY +0.68%
PROFIT
MARGIN
INDUSTRY SALES FIGURES AUGUST 2025 (VS AUGUST 2024) +1.78% +1.21%
These figures represent findings from a cross section of independent online and bricks-and-mortar retailers around the UK. Total stock management and EPoS provider Top to Toe has compiled this industry index to offer Boutique readers an insight into what’s happening on the high street and online. Tel: 0203 376 5888 E: info@toptotoe.com Toptotoe.com
Clothing was highlighted as one of the standout categories alongside books, while furniture sales grew following a period of decline.
The brightest stars
THE BOUTIQUE STAR AWARDS 2025 SHORTLIST SHINES A SPOTLIGHT ON THE RETAILERS, BRANDS AND SUPPLIERS REDEFINING THE INDUSTRY
Th e results are in for the Boutique Star Awards 2025 ! This year’s shortlist showcases the very best of independent fashion retail, with a phenomenal number of outstanding entries from retailers and suppliers. From inspiring store managers to standout social strategies and forwardthinking sustainable brands, every finalist reflects the creativity and resilience driving this sector.
Fashion Independent of the Year
Aloft
Artichoke
Dotique
Energy Clothing
Gemini Woman
GingerLillie Boutique
Iris Fashion
Kennedi
Maison et Vie
Renes Fashion
Salt Society
Sisters and Misters
Sue Parkinson
T he winners will be unveiled on Thursday 13 November at a glittering ceremony at London’s May Fair Hotel. Tickets are available now – join us as we celebrate the talent, innovation and dedication shaping the future of independent fashion.
Here are the retailers, brands and suppliers to watch this year…
RETAILERS
Social Media Strategy of the Year
Energy Clothing
Kiti
Plum Wardrobe at the Cross
New Independent Store of the Year
SPONSORED BY BIRA
Dotique (Witney)
En Vogue
Salt Society (St Ives)
Threads and Fibre
Manager of the Year
Catrin Verrall, Kiti
Paula Preston, Young Ideas and Henmores
Sophie Young, Dotique
Online Shop of the Year
Artichoke
The Decorium
The Women’s Society Boutique
Wardrobe at the Cross
Loyalty Programme of the Year
Artichoke
Dare Boutique
Gemini Woman
Sue Parkinson
British Brand of the Year ATTREN. Chalk
Fool’s Gold Jewellery
Goddiva Lily & Me
Luna Charles Mila Rose London
Richard Designs
Samantha Jane
Fashion Agency of the Year
SPONSORED BY HARROGATE FASHION WEEK
Black PR
Double H Agency
Helen Swatton Agent
Joanna Edwards
Jolene Agency
Accessories Brand of the Year
Boardmans
Chalk
CME Leicester Limited
Fool’s Gold Jewellery
Luna Charles
SUPPLIERS
Conscious Brand of the Year
Anara Skincare
CME Leicester Limited
Girlfriend Collective La Suzy
Laura
Womenswear Brand of the Year
5 Progress
SPECIAL AWARDS
Favourite Supplier (voted by Boutique magazine readers)
Carol C Collections
Concrete Concept Agency
Goddiva Ichi
Jonny Drama Group Ltd
Lily & Me
Lifetime Achievement
Winner to be announced during awards ceremony
Outstanding Business SPONSORED BY CITY GODDESS
Family Founded Brand of the Year ATTREN.
CME Leicester Limited
Winner to be announced during awards ceremony
Richard Designs
Whychi Milano
Emerging Brand of the Year
Anara Skincare ATTREN. BAÉ
Betty Basics
CCDK
SwimSara
Told London
SPRING DREAMS
Crafted from soft, durable organic cotton and quilted for lightweight warmth, Lily & Me’s Ash Jacket is the perfect piece to take shoppers through spring in style. The British brand designs its collections in the UK and manufactures in its own factory in Nepal, ensuring every piece is produced ethically and responsibly. From £28.50; Tel: 01452 207 766 lilyandmeclothing.com
IN THE JEANS
Occasionwear label Goddiva has moved into a new category for AW25 with the launch of its first-ever jeans line. Offering a mix of skinny, straight and wide leg fits, buyers can expect the same trend-led affordability the brand is already renowned for to elevate everyday wardrobes. £POA; Tel: 0208 597 2744 E: sales@citygoddess.co.uk citygoddess.co.uk
WINTER REFRESH
Update winter outerwear this AW25 with Scotch and Soda’s Mountain Patchwork Foulard Scarf. Showcasing a bold colourful print and premium finish, it’s an effortless way to refresh cold-weather looks before the summer sunshine returns. £POA; E: damiano.patawala@ulacglobal.com
THIS MONTH’S STANDOUT WOMENSWEAR AND ACCESSORIES
MODERN CLASSIC
Made from 100 per cent cotton, Mos Mosh’s Fallon Mercer Jacket is a modern take on a classic duffle coat, mixing eye-catching details such as silver clasps for buttons and classic checked lining. £POA; E: pl@mosmosh.com
EASY DOES IT
Practical and stylish, Pieces’ Amanda bag is the ideal companion for running everyday errands. Style with casual wear to add a pop of colour to autumn outfits. £POA; E: amalie.skjerning@ bestseller.com
NEW DIRECTION
British womenswear brand Vivere London has unveiled a rebrand for AW25 under the creative direction of Tine Molberg. Buyers can expect a new visual identity with a graphic logo, elevated colour palette and sleek packaging alongside the brand’s usual elegant tailoring, statement outerwear and day-to-night staples. £POA; E: julie@oldstrom.com
SEASONAL SHOWSTOPPER
Elevate festive edits with Marella x Stella Maxwell’s Showstopper Blazer. Forming the pièce de résistance in the model and Italian label’s new collab, it features a classic silhouette adorned with opulent flower appliqués. £POA; Tel: 0800 111 4338 gb.marella.com
Lovesboutique
IRRESISTIBLE FASHION BUYS FOR AUTUMN SHOPPERS
COSTUME DRAMA
Drawing inspiration from opulent Bridgerton-era fashion, Goddiva’s new Midnight Muse collection reimagines regency silhouettes for modern women. Expect waist defining corsets, dramatic skirts and daring necklines that promise to romanticise every occasion. £POA; Tel: 0208 597 2744 E: sales@ citygoddess.co.uk citygoddess.co.uk
FIND YOUR SPARKLE
Danish label Munthe has updated its popular Stormy trousers for AW25 with a silky fabric and scattered sequin details. Pair with a graphic tee or cashmere for easy festive styling . £POA; E: hlm@munthe.com
TROPIC THUNDER
Barbour has unveiled a new collab with Farm Rio merging classic British outerwear with tropical Brazilianinspired prints. £POA; E: sales@barbour.com
Eco chic
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS AND BRANDS
GREEN MOVEMENT
Made from GOTS-certified organic cotton and biodegradable elastane, Wellicious’ Fresher Cropped Tank is the perfect sustainable choice for yoga, Pilates and fitness. £POA; E: shighfield@wellicious.com wellicious.com
BORN TO BE WILD
To mark its tenth birthday, British lifestyle brand Elizabeth Scarlet has launched a capsule collection of velvet pouches featuring stunning embroideries of global wildlife. The brand donates proceeds from every purchase to its 2% To The Wild initiative, helping to protect endangered animals around the world. £POA; trade.elizabethscarlett.com
ETHICALLY MADE
Designed in North London and produced ethically in small batches, Paisie’s womenswear features handpicked fabrics and yarns from responsible suppliers who treat their workers fairly. £POA; E: sales@paisie.com
HEIRLOOM WORTHY
Founded in Mumbai in 2012, luxury womenswear label Labbado creates exquisite hand embroidered pieces boasting timeless silhouettes and artisanal details. Expect highquality fabrics, trans-seasonal palettes and a forward order model that reduces waste. £POA; E: info@labbada.com
BLUE SKY THINKING
Produced in the UK in a SEDEX approved factory, Cara and the Sky’s Alex Balloon Sleeve Cable Maxi Cardigan is made in limited runs using soft vegan-friendly materials. The brand is considered across its entire production chain, using recycled materials for its labels, tickets and mail bags. £POA; E: info@caraandthesky.com
Intimateessentials
THE LATEST LINGERIE, SWIM AND RESORTWEAR TO INSPIRE YOUR NEXT BUY
LOUNGE IN STYLE
Sustainably crafted from conscious fabrics like bamboo and organic cotton, CCDK’s loungewear combines softness, comfort and effortless style. Expect a wide selection of styles in feminine colours, prints and shapes to suit every shopper. £POA; Tel: 07887 730754/ 07825 091369 E: angela.blundell@concrete-concept. org / david@apm-agency.com
LADY IN RED
Boasting quality craftsmanship, daring design and premium recycled fabric, Livia Betancort’s Arete bikini is a holiday essential for confident style-conscious swimwear shoppers. £POA; liviabetancort.com
SOFT SELL
WINTER SUN
Introduce boho-inspired resortwear to everyday wardrobes with Miss June’s bold dresses and separates. Its Cassandra Short Dress perfectly embodies Parisian charm, with an exclusive design that will bring drama to any occasion. £POA; miss-june.com
WEAR IT PINK
With a focus on innovation and inclusively, Ambra’s new Aurora collection reflects the brand’s sleek aesthetic offering contemporary silhouettes in natural modal fibres and soft colourways. Average wholesale £7.60; Tel: 01623 600 680 E: abaines@melasgroup.com ambrauk.com
Anita’s Essential Lace Mastectomy bralette 4700X is perfect for indies wanting to offer post-surgery support. Its practical design comes with breathable pockets for a breast form, perforated moulded cups and wide comfort straps, with four easy sizes to fit all shoppers (S–XL). £POA; Tel: 01908 524 048 anita.com
THE GREATEST (INTIMATE APPAREL) SHOW ON EARTH!
25 - 27 JANUARY 2026
THE SHERATON GRAND PARK LANE HOTEL, LONDON
With a reputation for fostering connections and celebrating our community, Wonderland is the go-to destination for industry insiders seeking to stay ahead of the curve. Wonderland takes place over three floors in the private Ballroom of the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, an iconic venue in the heart of Central London.
Renowned for its elegant setting and expertly curated selection of labels, Wonderland attracts exhibitors from UK, Europe, USA, Australia and beyond. The July show brought together nearly 100 brands specifically offering lingerie, nightwear, loungewear and resort from around the globe and welcomed a dynamic mix of visitors — including buyers from leading department stores, the very best independent retailers, and key players from across the UK, Europe, and the USA.
Exhibitors, buyers, press, and industry professionals can expect an immersive experience, discovering the latest collections from both established names and exciting new talent in the world of intimate apparel.
Stock Up C
HOME COMFORTS
urate a cosy in-store sanctuary this month with plush knitwear, decadent home fragrances and luxe loungewear. These are the new season upgrades your customers will want now...
The great indoors
BATTEN DOWN THE HATCHES – THESE WINTER WARMERS ARE WORTH STAYING IN FOR
As the nights draw in, shoppers are seeking out warmth and comfort. For fashion indies, there’s a clear opportunity to create cosy edits that encourage winter nesting and slow living. So, from cocooning loungewear to luxury scented candles, our top picks capture the spirit of hygge while promising to bring a warm glow to shop floors…
01. Sheepskin Hat, EMU AUSTRALIA , £POA –Tel: 0207 713 2080 emuaustralia.com
02. Lounge Bottoms, DEREK ROSE , £POA –E:barny.edis@derek-rose.com
Clothes purposefully made to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle. Live curiously Laugh loudly Dream bigger.
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Gifting season
BOOST REVENUE AND ATTRACT NEW CUSTOMERS THIS CHRISTMAS WITH FASHIONCHEQUE
Ch ristmas is fast approaching - and with it comes the annual hunt for thoughtful, stressfree gifts. For many shoppers, that means turning to gift cards. The Gift Card and Voucher Association (GCVA) reports that almost a quarter of consumers bought one as a present in December 2024, underlining their value during peak gifting season.
T he problem? Most gift cards tie customers to single-brand retailers, leaving independents out of the equation. Until now.
Dedicated fashion gift card f ashioncheque is rewriting the rules. Its digital voucher can be redeemed with both big-name brands and independent boutiques - ensuring customers can still shop small and support their local high street.
Founded in the Netherlands in 2008, the company now distributes more than 1.5 million cards each year across Europe that are accepted by over 10,000 retailers. Its roster spans major players like Adidas, Zalando, Foot Locker and H&M as well as womenswear, menswear and footwear independents.
What sets it apart is its simplicity: Fashioncheque is 100 per cent dedicated to fashion. Shoppers can buy a digital card online and redeem it, in most cases, directly with participating retailers both in store and online - no swapping or extra steps required.
Why shoppers love it
For consumers, fashioncheque takes the guesswork out of gifting fashion. The recipient gains access to a wide mix of brands, from household names
to niche boutiques. It’s flexible, easy to use and feels personal – while opening the door to new retailers they may not have tried before.
And u nlike some multi-store cards that require conversion into a separate retailer’s gift card, fashioncheque can be spent directly with the chosen brand. That makes the shopping experience faster and smoother, which is a major selling point for busy Christmas customers.
What’s in it for retailers?
For independents, the rewards go far beyond brand awareness. fashioncheque drives incremental revenue and new customer acquisition, with data showing cardholders spend 2.5 times the value of their gift card on average when they redeem it.
T he model is also low risk. Retailers pay commission only on the value redeemed, with no signup fees or hidden costs. Integration into existing POS or PSP systems is handled by the fashioncheque team, meaning there’s no operational headache for busy shop owners.
Independent advantage
Independent retailers have been part of fashioncheque’s DNA since the beginning. Its first four partners were small shops, and today the company is focused on expanding its indie network in Britain. For stores hoping to stand out in a crowded market, joining means access to fresh footfall, incremental sales and stronger visibility – with zero upfront investment.
In the UK, fashioncheque’s digital card launched earlier this year, with a physical version scheduled for release in the second quarter of 2026 - a step that's expected to further boost visibility and reach.
With the gift card sector continuing to grow despite economic uncertainty, now could be the perfect time for indies to get involved in this new sales opportunity.
Fashion Extras
GEMMA WARD PICKS OUT THIS MONTH’S BEST WINTER HOMEWARES AND ACCESSORIES
RAISE YOUR GLASSES
Get the party started with Joe Brown’s Happy Hour framed wall art set, featuring three typography bar signs in sleek black frames. £POA; Tel: 0113 272 4949 wholesale@joebrowns.co.uk
BRIGHT SPARK
Crafted in vibrant vegan yarns, Cara and the Sky’s sustainable bobble hats, beanies and knitted scarves will add a pop of colour to winter outfits this AW25. £POA; E: info@caraandthesky.com
BUILT TO LAST
Mou’s bounce boot with scoubidou laces is artisanally handcrafted in double-face sheepskin then finished with the brand’s trademark handcrochet wool stitching and an outdoor sole. £POA; Tel: 0208 421 7070 fabfootwear.net
SPECIAL DELIVERY
Jellycat’s Amuseables Letter to Santa soft toy is full of joyous details - from embroidered stamps and candy cane striped edging to a slot in the back for your very own Christmas wish list. Tel: 03330 040 900 jellycat.com
MAKE A SPLASH
Infusing timeless British heritage with tropical Brazilian vibrance, Barbour x Farm Rio’s Cami Wellingtons are the perfect antidote to drizzly autumn days. £POA; E: sales@barbour.com
COLD COMFORT
Knitted from basolan-treated ultrafine merino wool, FWSS’s Avignon Mittens are a cold snap essential. Pair with its Avignon Basolan Beanie to feel extra cosy. £POA; E: shop@ fallwinterspringsummer.com
MAKING A LIST
Filled with checklists and organisers, Martha Brook’s Christmas Planner has been designed to take the stress out of the festive season, with enough room for this year and next too. £POA; E: hello@marthabrook.com
SCULPTURED ELEGANCE
Perfect for quick updos and chic buns, Pilgrim’s gold-plated Amaris hair pin is made from 99 per cent recycled materials for stylish and sustainable appeal. £POA; Tel: 00456 333 333 E: b2b@pilgrim.dk
PUT THE BOOTEE IN
Handmade in Cornwall using 100 per cent sheepskin, Celtic and Co’s Bootee Slippers are a testament to the brand's timeless British craftsmanship. They’re machine washable, too. £POA; Tel: 0333 400 0044 E: trade@celticandco.com
IT BAG
ULTIMATE LOUNGING
Made with a wool and cashmere blend, Chalk’s cosy knee-high Lounge Socks are perfect for relaxing at home. Choose from three neutral colourways: chocolate, mud and oatmeal. £POA; Tel: 01843 231 300 chalkuk.com
BUG'S LIFE
If you’re searching for wholesome stocking fillers, The Bug Spotting Kit includes a magnifying lid pot and educational picture cards for young fans of the great outdoors. £POA; E: orders@thedenkitco.com
Marella x Stella Maxwell’s the Stella The Star bag is crafted in shiny leather with a crackle finish to enhance its ruched shape and gold hardware. Available in two sizes, £POA; Tel: 0800 111 4338 gb.marella.com
CALL TO THE WILD
British lifestyle brand Elizabeth Scarlett is making its 10-year anniversary with a limited-edition collection of pouches featuring beautiful animal embroideries. £POA; trade.elizabethscarlett.com
BLANKET OFFER
Designed in Scotland and crafted in 80 per cent wool and mixed fibres, TBCo’s recycled blanket is machinewashable while saving an average of six garments from landfill. £POA; tartanblanketco.com/pages/b2b
WINTER TRAIL
Fable England has reimagined its hand-painted and carved enamel Fox Brooch for winter. Featuring glistening gold details, it’ll bring a whimsical touch to boutique accessories edits this AW25. £POA; Tel: 0203 397 5885 E: trade@fableengland.com
LEADING LIGHT
Told London’s Dancing Light diffuser has been inspired by the crystal waters of Lake Como, offering a refreshing and uplifting blend of aquatic florals, fig leaf, musk and magnolia. £POA; E: trade@toldlondon.com
COOL CAT
Oversized with a striking feline print, Munthe’s organic cotton t-shirt for pre-SS26 looks great layered over tailored shirts and lacy slip dresses. £POA; E: hlm@munthe.com
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Down to business
As retailers prepare for the allimportant Christmas trading period, the savviest boutique owners are getting their ducks in a row for 2026. In this issue we explore why cycle counting offers a smarter alternative to the dreaded January stocktake, while OSOboutique’s Katie Gibbs shares the key lessons she’s taken from her Autumn Fair £10k Retail Makeover win…
CHARLES DELUVIO ON UNSPLASH
Out for the count
DON’T LEAVE YOUR STORE’S ANNUAL STOCKTAKE UNTIL THE NEW YEAR. HERE’S HOW CYCLE COUNTING COULD HELP YOU GET 2026 OFF TO THE BEST POSSIBLE START
For many retailers, the word 'stocktake' probably conjures the same dreaded scene: doors closed in January, staff with clipboards battling a chilly stockroom, and the inevitable discovery of discrepancies. In retail this annual marathon is often treated as a necessary evil. But in truth, it’s a hangover from outdated practice.
Stock checking doesn’t need to be a once-a-year ordeal. Done right, it can be reframed as a continuous, integrated part of your daily operations.
January blues?
Leaning on a single annual stock count is a risky practice that could actively harm your business. It’s disruptive, inefficient and - worst of all - highlights problems far too late for the information to be of any real use.
A stocktake only offers a snapshot, not the full picture. Counting once a year tells you what’s on the shelves on that day, with no clue when any theft, damage or admin errors actually occurred. If you discover losses stretching back to spring, the trail has already gone cold.
It’s also costly. Closing your shop for a day means lost sales, while the staff hours spent trudging through the process can quickly add up. And when you’re running on inaccurate stock data for most of the year, it’s easy to make poor buying decisions - whether that’s tying up cash in slow movers or missing out on best-sellers.
The 2026 solution
S o, what’s the alternative? The answer lies in continuous stock control.
T his approach, known as cycle counting, breaks the process into bite-sized checks. Instead of tackling the mountain once a year, you move a few stones
every day - counting small, specific sections of stock on a regular basis, often weekly or even daily.
The benefits are immediate. Your stock file becomes a live, reliable reflection of what’s really on your shelves. Tasks are broken down into 15-minute jobs that can be slotted into quiet moments, so trade carries on uninterrupted.
C rucially, discrepancies are spotted and investigated straight away. Delivery error? Missed return? By fixing issues in real time, you prevent them snowballing into major losses. The payoff is smarter buying, reduced overstocks and a stronger sell-through rate.
Reclaim your new year
B y treating stock control as a year-round discipline, you can eliminate the big January count once and for all. It’s not just about numbers but having precise control of your business, making sharper financial decisions and freeing up time to focus on what really matters: your customers and products. And you don’t need to be a big chain to do it. Modern retail management systems put continuous stock control firmly within reach of independents. Platforms such as Futura4Retail combine POS, inventory and reporting in one, giving you one reliable source of facts. They also keep your data aligned across online shops and marketplaces, ensuring stock availability is always accurate.
With technology handling the heavy lifting, cycle counting becomes simple, accurate and stress-free. You gain the confidence to grow both in-store and online - and reclaim your January for good.
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“Stock checking doesn’t need to be an annual ordeal”
HOW IT WORKS
1. Plan your counts
Divide stock logically by brand, category or location. Schedule counts for high-value or fast-moving products more often.
2. Prepare your team
Show staff that this process will save them from the pain of the annual count. position it as a collaborative way to strengthen the business.
3. Use the right tools
Clipboards will do, but integrated tech is the game-changer. Systems like Futura Retail Solutions’ EPoS allow staff to scan items via mobile apps, feeding live data straight into your central system. It eliminates manual entry, cuts errors and keeps stock and sales aligned.
4. Count and record
Follow your schedule. Team members check a small section and input the numbers directly into your system.
5. Investigate immediately
The crucial step. If a discrepancy appears, find the reason on the spot - whether it’s a delivery mixup or an unprocessed return. That’s how counting evolves into valuable business intelligence.
JOHN ABBOTT, KATIE GIBBS AND DERYANE TADD
What Katie did...
OSO BOUTIQUE ’S KATIE GIBBS REVEALS HOW HER £10K AUTUMN FAIR RETAIL MAKEOVER WIN IS TRANSFORMING THE BUSINESS
When I joined this industry two years ago, I never imagined I’d be at the helm of a thriving fashion independent. Yet here I am, the proud owner of Salisbury’s OSOboutique, drawing on skills from my previous career in advertising to embark on this new exciting chapter.
I’m fortunate to already have the best mentors by my side: OSO’s original founders, Jan and Nat Ashton. Their tacit understanding of the industry and local community continues to guide me as I learn the ropes of running the store.
F rom the outset my priorities have been focused on understanding day-to-day operations, retaining loyal customers and making smart buying choices. But I also wanted to future-proof the business and find new opportunities.
One such prospect came while flicking through an issue of Boutique magazine. A story on the £10k Retail Makeover competition offering indies a chance to win expert support, merchandising investment and £1,000 to spend at Autumn Fair immediately caught my attention.
I quickly submitted a recording outlining three areas I felt I needed support: customer engagement, finance and data, plus growth. Whatever I said clearly resonated, because I was soon on a Zoom call with Facility Harris, marketing manager for Hyve (the owner of Autumn Fair) and announced as the winner two days later. Here’s what happened next…
Monday 2 June
I meet my mentors for the first time over Zoom, including data expert David Whiteley from savethehighstreet.org.uk , public relations guru Sharon Good from Good Results PR, visual merchandising extraordinaire John Abbott and The Dressing Room founder and industry legend Deryane Tadd.
I’m offered a series of future mentor sessions, with each expert promising to take a deeper dive into the business. This will include a store visit to help with visual merchandising, two days at Autumn Fair with Deryane to spend my buying budget and a visit to The Dressing Room.
A few actions come from the initial calls. Firstly, I’m asked to start thinking about OSO’s brand story. John Abbot offers some presentation guides and a deadline to collate my thoughts in preparation for the in-store mentoring day.
Tuesday 15 July
D eryane Tadd, John Abbott, Felicity Harris from Hyve and a whole film crew visit OSO boutique. This is the first time they’ve seen my store in person and their focus is on how we can improve the visual merchandising and support OSO’s brand story.
T hey give me some key areas to work on, including the shop window (you typically have 3-8 seconds to entice someone in) and how crucial it is to use it to communicate your brand story. Once inside, the
storytelling needs to continue and shoppers should be able to find the products displayed in the window easily.
A spotlight table presenting items is a key selling opportunity - but it’s also important to think about the back of the store and how to pull customers through.
I learn how products can be positioned strategically: pick up items near the counter for customers who are waiting, perfumes and conversation starters next to the till to spark conversations with staff and footwear opposite the changing rooms so that customers can complete their outfits.
John goes to work to bring my brand story to life in my shop window while Deryane works her magic on the shop floor. Product areas are moved, the main table is decluttered, and pieces are added from the window alongside supporting accessories.
T he following week the team notices a clear impact in the store. Customers come in to buy the items in the window, more pick up pieces are bought at the point of purchase and shoes that would have otherwise been overlooked are being tried on and taken home.
7 – 8 September
Today I visit Autumn Fair and I’m intrigued to see how I will spend my £1 ,000 buying budget. The first day is reserved for inspiration only, and I listen to the expert presentations and talks and even take part in an on-stage Q&A session. The rest of the day is spent looking for potential products worth exploring further. That evening we also meet the mentors for a lovely dinner.
T he following morning, I begin buying with Deryane. We both agree to focus on accessories and wellbeing products and to experiment with something new. We order products from four exciting new brands (they’re yet to arrive at the store but I can't wait to find out how successful they are with our customers).
I learn some great buying tips during this visit. Top buyers often use data ahead of their visit to help identify opportunities, such as gaps in inventory plus what’s working well or not so well. It’s also useful to work out a budget for that particular trip. If you have a rough guide for what to spend with existing suppliers versus new brands, you won't be able to get carried away.
O nce you have a plan, there are some fundamental questions to ask suppliers: do you currently sell in the area? What’s the story behind the business? What is the wholesale and RRP price and what other costs do we need to factor in? How quickly will we receive the products? And finally, what are the payment terms and minimum order quantities?
While rational buying decisions are important, it’s also important to trust your gut. If you're excited by something, chances are your customers will be too. So factor in some budget for those opportunities.
Buying days are also great for learning and I was surprised by how much free content and expertise was available at Autumn Fair to absorb as a business owner.
AFTER THE MERCHANDISING MAKEOVER
Tuesday 23 September
I’m excited to spend a day in another boutique - and not just any, but one that has been successfully operating for 20 years. Deryane takes me for a walk around The Dressing Room, explaining the layout and purposeful merchandising. She tells me how she’s recently invested in customer behaviour tracking technology to understand how customers navigate the store.
We also spend time in the stockroom understanding the inventory processes and how the team ensures products are logged, checked, stored and replaced. Finally, we head upstairs to decipher the weekly data and sales reports Deryane creates with her managers and team. Finally, Deryane takes me through her monthly merchandising reports, seasonal buying budgets and sell through rates per brand so I can utilise this important information for my own business.
As we approach the end of the day, I can’t resist buying something and joining The Dressing Room’s loyalty programme!
The next chapter
Spending time with my mentors has been inspiring, eye opening and clarifying. I’m now clear on how I can engage more with customers, use data to inform my business decisions and the opportunities I need to focus on to grow. I look forward to continuing with my mentors and seeing how much I can move the business forward over the coming year.
To find out more about my journey, you can download useful resources and top retail advice via autumnfair.com/ retail-news. Who knows, maybe one day I’ll be in a position to mentor a new boutique owner and play my part in helping the indie retail industry thrive!
KATIE’S KEY TAKEAWAYS
Understand your brand’s story. Once you’re clear on this, you’ll have a strong compass on how your store should look and feel and what growth opportunities feel relevant.
Your window is your silent salesperson - it should make someone stop, look and think ‘I want to see more.’
Position products tactically throughout the store and use them to pull shoppers right through into the back.
Understand the health of your business by running an assessment of your transaction data. This can include your most popular brands and categories plus monthly sales value, volumes and average transaction value.
Data should be informing your day-to-day decisions. Start small with weekly and seasonal merchandise reports, sell-through rates and buying budgets.
Use these reports to set out a buying budget per brand for each season.
Think like a big brand no matter how small you are. From the processes you put in place to the way you pursue excellence, set your standard, be clear on who you are and invest in your team.
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THE PLACE TO BE
Si nce its humble beginnings as a sea front shop, Newquay indie Roo’s Beach has unveiled a fresh rebrand to reflect its growth and community ethos. Here founder Roo Cross shares what else has changed at the newly named R.Place, where experience - and joyful product curation - is everything…
“We’re not just a shop, we’re an experience”
ROO CROSS , FOUNDER OF NEWQUAY’S R.PLACE , ON CREATING A DESTINATION THAT BRINGS JOY TO SHOPPERS
Ro o’s Beach began life in 2013 as a small store selling seaside essentials. Twelve years on and it’s been rebranded as R.Place, reflecting its evolution into a fully-fledged lifestyle destination. Here founder Roo Cross talks curation, storytelling and how her team brings joy to the whole family…
How is business at the moment?
It feels really positive. We’re in that great sweet spot of new deliveries arriving daily for AW25, and customers coming in excited for what’s next. It’s busy, and we’re so grateful for the energy in the shop right now. Summer was fab, and we’re hoping to keep that vibe as we head towards, dare we say it, Christmas!
What are people buying?
T hey’re investing in pieces that really feel like them , whether that’s a pair of Deadbeats jeans, a Girls of Dust jacket, or a Damson Madder knit. There’s a lot of conversation around quality and
individuality; customers want things that stand out, but they also want longevity.
What is R.Place best known for?
Curated fashion that feels accessible but elevated.
Investment pieces, and all day, everyday wardrobe heroes. We’ve got a reputation for bringing exciting, independent brands to Cornwall. We’re also known for bright pops of colour and, according to a customer survey earlier in the year, our team is really important to people!
What’s the shopping experience like at R.Place?
We’re not just a shop, we’re an experience - a destination. From the way the store looks and feels to the brands we curate and the people who greet shoppers at the door - it’s personal. Our customers know they can come in for styling advice, a chat or just a browse and a coffee - and they’ll always leave feeling inspired. Not forgetting Penny’s plants too, and lots of treats for little ones.
Who visits your physical store?
We’ve got such a mix. Locals who’ve shopped with us since the Roo’s Beach days, visitors who make us part of their Cornwall holiday, and newer customers discovering us through word of mouth. We listen closely to what people are asking for and adapt our buy to reflect thatit’s all about keeping it personal and evolving with them.
What are your core brands and categories?
It’s a blend of menswear, womenswear, homewares and kids. Core brands include Bellerose, Damson Madder, YouMustCreate, Girls of Dust, BEAMS BOY, Frizmworks, Service Works, and Universal Works. And of course our own line, R.Goods. We’re known for denim, knits, outerwear, and well as beautiful home accessories that sit alongside fashion really naturally.
What percentage of sales are made outside of Cornwall?
About half of our sales are outside Cornwall now. We’ve shipped as far
as Australia, the States and Japanit’s amazing to see pieces from our little shop on the Cornish coast end up across the world.
How do you entice shoppers into the physical store?
It’s about making the store feel special. The music, the windows, the way the rails are styled - it’s an experience you don’t just pop into, you make time for it. People plan a visit to R.Place because it feels inspiring, warm and full of things you won’t find elsewhere. We’ve got a great coffee hut, and some fab neighbours in Ansum Pizza now too! Not to mention the gorgeous beach right opposite, and Porth Island too.
What have the past couple of years been like for you?
T he past couple of years have been challenging across retail, but we’ve actually felt really supported. Footfall in Cornwall is always seasonal, but we’ve bucked the trend by creating a destination people want to return to. Our online presence has also balanced things out.
What other challenges are you facing as a small business?
The rising costs of running a business are a constant challenge - from energy to shipping to staffing. But also standing out in a world that’s saturated with choice. The way we meet that is through curation, storytelling, and keeping the experience of shopping with us unique.
How are you driving growth and new business?
T hrough content, storytelling, and really investing in the community we’ve built. Social media, our Sunday Journal, and our weekly mailers all help us tell the story of R.Place beyond the shop floor. We’re also growing our own brand, R.Goods, which opens new opportunities.
What’s your favourite memory as an independent retail owner?
T here are so many - but probably the first time I saw someone walking down the beach in a piece they’d bought from us. It’s that reminder that what we do becomes part of people’s lives and wardrobes!
What are your plans for the next 12 months ahead?
To keep growing the story of R.Place - deepening the product mix, building R.Goods, and strengthening our community online and in-store. We want to host more events, create more content, and keep pushing to make R.Place feel like the destination it’s become.
A sense of calm
INSIDE THE DRESSING ROOM ’S REIMAGINED ST ALBANS STORE
Scandi aesthetics have long inspired The Dressing Room’s womenswear edit, so it feels appropriate that its refreshed store design channels the same effortless simplicity.
Unveiled last month following its 20-year-anniversary celebrations, the indie’s reimagined shop floor combines soft neutral tones, natural textures and light-filled areas that encourage shoppers to linger for longer while giving its products the space to shine.
O wner Deryane Tadd worked with a consumer insight company ahead of the refit, using a new eye
tracking device to gauge shoppers’ reactions to the flow and layout of the store. “The Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, but there was some constructive feedback that I listened to and made appropriate changes,” she explains.
Deryane also gathered ideas from her travels to recreate the space, taking note of the most beautiful, functional and inspiring interiors. New design features include a giant oak butterfly pendant hanging as a centrepiece over the shop floor. Elsewhere, sustainable reeded furniture and plinths add warmth
while handcrafted rattan pendants create a light and airy feel.
Storytelling touch points now adorn some of the walls, sharing the story of The Dressing Room. Finishing touches, such as oversized sustainable wooden mirrors, hanging planters and natural display bowls, also bring a sense of tranquilly.
Key functional zones have been transformed too, such as the fitting rooms, described by Deryane as “one of my new favourite spaces within the store.” There’s also an ecofriendly cash desk and a drinks station for shoppers.
“From the choice of wood finishes to the placement of lighting, furniture and plants, every detail has been thoughtfully curated,” says the owner. “But while the look is new, the heart of The Dressing Room remains exactly the same.”
DERYANE’S SUPPLIERS
1. Giant oak butterfly pendant created by TOM RAFFIELD in Cornwall (tomraffield.com)
2. Sustainable reeded wood furniture from VAUNT DESIGN in Nottingham ( vauntdesign.com )
3. Rattan pendants above cashdesk sourced from British company LIGHTSIN (lightsin.co.uk)
4. Storytelling touchpoints installed by local St Albans firm FONTEYNE SIGNS (fonteynesigns.co.uk)
5. Hanging planters by LAYER TREE in Suffolk (layertree.co.uk)
6. Oversized sustainable wooden mirrors by WILLIAM WOOD (williamwoodmirrors.co.uk)
7. Cashmere coloured hourglass planters in doorway and wooden display bowls by FERM LIVING ( fermliving.co.uk )
“Diversification
is crucial in these
challenging times”
BIRA CEO ANDREW GOODACRE ON GETTING YOUR BUSINESS PLANNING WRAPPED UP FOR WINTER
We’ve had a fantastic year in terms of the weather. And while it might be u nsettling to think about the depths of winter just yet, planning ahead for this crucial trading period is essential.
October is the perfect time to take stock of your business as a whole. Preparation should cover inventory, marketing, customer service and in-store ambiance to set the stage for a successful winter.
O f course, having the right stock is crucial. Standard winter essentials remain important, but curated collections can elevate your offer. Some retailers are seeing a rise in cosy lifestyle products, driven by higher energy bills and more people working from home. One member in Scotland has reported strong sales of electric throws - a reminder that diversification is crucial in challenging times.
Visual merchandising is equally important. Window displays should reflect the season with cosy textures, warm lighting and festive touches such as pine, snowflakes, or twinkling lights. Inside, create a winter retreat with comforting scents like cinnamon or vanilla and fully styled outfits that invite customers to stay. A cosy atmosphere not only draws people in but encourages longer browsing times and increased sales.
Marketing activity also plays a pivotal role in driving footfall and online engagement. Plan campaigns across email, social media and in-store promotions. Winter styling tips, countdowns to Black Friday or Small Business Saturday and engaging visuals or videos showcasing your new arrivals can make a real difference. For online shoppers, make products easy to find and consider bundled gift sets or limited-edition winter packages - October is an early yet important time for gift sales.
Success this winter will come from striking the right balance between well-planned inventory, thoughtful marketing, excellent service and a welcoming environment. Get these elements right and your store won’t just survive the season , it will thrive.
YANA HURSKA ON UNSPLASH
RESCUE REMEDIES
FROM WAXED JACKETS TO HIKING BOOTS, GRANGERS ’ AFTERCARE HEROES HELP SHOPPERS PROTECT THEIR AUTUMN ESSENTIALS WHILE OFFERING INDIES A SIMPLE UPSELL OPPORTUNITY
With cooler days and countryside walks on the horizon, independents can boost autumn sales revenue by offering Grangers’ specialist aftercare essentials. Trusted since 1937, the brand delivers high-performance treatments that clean, protect and extend the life of outdoor clothing and footwear, ensuring adventures continue whatever the weather. From waxed jackets and tweeds to wellingtons and hiking boots, its protection products are designed to see customers through the season. Heroes include the Down Range for cleaning and reproofing down garments, the Outdoor Footwear range for maintaining boots and its easy-toapply Wax Cotton Dressing for waxed jackets. The brand's Wash
+ Repel Clothing 2 in 1, meanwhile, remains a market first. Available in two formulations - one for technical clothing and one for down items – it saves consumers time, energy and water by cleaning and reproofing in a single wash. Bluesign approved and PFAS-free, Grangers’ formulas are made to work in harmony with technical fabrics, aligning with the values of today’s eco-conscious shoppers. For retailers, the collection offers an upsell opportunity, combining heritage expertise with visible results that keep customers’ favourites adventure-ready all season.
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