Retail
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Let’s talk shop
The future of retail has never seemed so uncertain – so who is staging a successful fightback and what have they learnt along the way?
The opener
Japanese discount chain Don Don Donki expands across Hong Kong, filling prime retail spaces with maximalist chaos that locals embrace despite—or perhaps because of—the city's economic downturn.
The Monocle shop
It’s time to make your move. So pack your case, hit the road and make sure that you are dressed for anything that entrepreneurial life throws at you.
Notable purchases
For those requiring a stationery-cupboard reboot, these brands elevate the humble pencil, rubber and stapler to great heights. This kit is top drawer for a stylish desk upgrade.
Fair traders
Byron and Dexter Peart have stood against disposable design by creating a global shop window for sustainable, ethically sourced homeware. Theirs is a model the retail industry is finally having a conversation about.
Good sport
As the world gets moving again, it's time for us to pick up the pace. Here's our selection of sports and fitness attire to help you shift into a higher gear.
Holiday snaps
We focus on a selection of the planet’s finest new hotels and drop in on the shop that sells everything you’ll need to capture the moment once you get to them.
Fashion Briefing
From Japan to Spain, we uncover fashion’s top moments and discover why bricks and mortar done well will always bring in the crowds.
Sole focus
Hit the ground running this autumn in style-savvy trainers that are fit for the city.
The Monocle shop
We're here to kit you out with a versatile collection of clothes and accessories whatever the weather. Choose a polo for sunny days, a jacket for balmy evenings or a button-down for work.
