Retail
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Observation
The search for a new Monocle HQ continues. Meanwhile, we've been thinking about our next retail venture and have noticed a gaping hole in the newsstand market, writes Tyler Brûlé.
Tofu Catalan
Retiree Tateo Shimizu chose Barcelona as the perfect city to set up an authentic Japanese tofu shop.
Stored up
Monocle reports on Mitsukoshi department store’s updated look and innovative concepts.
Fashion
The new preppy, a cycling jacket you'd be proud to be seen in, a menswear store in Hong Kong that's not in a mall, and Inventory magazine's shop.
Inventory No. 38
Our selection of products made by new and established designers, including a barrister turned perfumier and a former pilot who makes canvas bags.
No more secrets
Ethical production is all the rage and consumers want to know how products are made. The time has come for big brands to become a whole lot more transparent in their manufacturing.
Get dressed
To kick off the autumn fashion season, Monocle starts at the bottom and finishes at the top – with a flourish.
Inventory No. 37
Refresh your wish list with a sturdy bike lock, an unflappable brolly and a colourful birdfeeder that will make feathery visitors to your garden feel like VIPs.
