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Mary Portas’ Living & Giving, Notting Hill
What’s the concept behind the Living & Giving store?
The Living & Giving brand is not just about the shop; it’s a life philosophy. It’s about collaboration of people’s ideas, beliefs and values. It’s about creating and sharing. It’s about … Read more →
Made in Heaven
Who or what inspired you to relaunch the MiH brand six years ago?
I grew up surrounded by denim – my dad founded the Jean Machine stores and my godfather originally started MiH in 1969. My mother was a denim … Read more →
Suzannah
What’s the concept behind your boutique?
The inspiration behind the boutique is to showcase the collection in its entirety in a quaint, personal environment. The inspiration of the collection is ‘Where Paris meets New York’ – New York understated cool … Read more →
Amanda Wakeley
Why did you choose South Kensington for your store?
I chose this area for my flagship store because it is a great visible corner. The store is in the heart of where a majority of the customers live and makes … Read more →
West London Art Factory
What inspires you the most?
Big cities I’ve lived in; the bright lights and music. The surprise element of both. You never know who or what is around the corner.
Who is your style icon?
Kate Moss for her eclectic, … Read more →
Supermarket Sarah
How did the name, Supermarket Sarah, come about?
It’s a fun spin on consumerism. I love the idea of a supermarket and an abundance of things but of course everything I sell is one-of-a-kind and unique.
What inspired you to
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DiGuardo
Where are you from?
Catania in Italy.
Who got you hooked on fashion?
My grandfather worked as a tailor and my uncles have fashion stores selling designers such as Versace and Gucci. I love the female form and femininity. I … Read more →
Bower of Bliss
Do you live in west London? What inspires you about the area?
I moved out of west London about a year ago, having lived in Maida Vale for three years after university. It was a wrench, but moving out of … Read more →
Annoushka
What did you do before you started working in jewellery?
I always had a passion for jewellery. When my father passed away, he left me a rouble and a Russian cross that belonged to my mother and my grandmother before … Read more →
Claudia Sebire
How long have you had a shop in west London?
Twenty-three years.
Why did you choose Fulham Road as the location for your shop?
I was living and working in the area and couldn’t understand why there were no boutiques … Read more →
