local retail
Retail Report: Uniqlo to Open on Chestnut Street in May
Our sister site Shoppist has more details of what we first reported back in August: Uniqlo, which is basically the Japanese H&M, is definitely coming […]
Morning Headlines: Former Home of Brasserie Perrier Sells for $18 Million [UPDATED]
1619 Walnut Street, home for 12 years to Brasserie Perrier, is smack dab in the middle of Rittenhouse Row, a stretch of Walnut that was […]
Commonwealth Proper Menswear Has a New Chestnut Street Showroom
Welcome to Chestnut Street, Commonwealth Proper! Philadelphia Wedding tipped us off to the fact that the local menswear store founded by attorney Craig von Schroeder […]
What’s In Store: Mettlers American Mercantile
Mettlers American Mercantile—you know, that rugged, Ralph Lauren-meets-collegiate-prep-meets-crew-team shop that opened in the old church on 21st and Chestnut—rivals Anthropologie in its merchandising and displays. […]
The Gayborhood’s Historic Giovanni’s Room Is For Sale
Ed Hermance, owner of the pathbreaking LGBT bookstore Giovanni’s Room, is looking to make a change, reports WHYY’s Elizabeth Fiedler. “I’m hoping to sell the […]
Morning Headlines: Joan Shepp Finds a New Spot for Her Eponymous Store
With so many Center City office buildings turning residential, many small business owners–particularly those in 1616 Walnut Street–have had to make other plans. The future […]
Smak Parlour Opens a Pop-Up Right Off of Rittenhouse Square
The very chic and hip Smak Parlour, headquartered in Old City, recently opened the doors to a pop-up shop at 126 S. 19th Street, formerly […]
More Philadelphia Retail News: Camper Coming, and That Darned Daffy’s Space
Yesterday we broke the news that Madewell and Theory just signed leases on Walnut Street. Madewell will replace Arden B at 1716 Walnut, while Theory […]
BREAKING: Theory and Madewell Coming to Walnut Street
Two retail leases have been signed at last: The clothing store Theory will move into 1616 Walnut Street, and women’s clothing retailer Madewell will bring a store […]
Weirdest Partnership Ever? Not Really.
Lady Gaga partners with Office Depot on a line of school supplies to benefit the Born This Way Foundation.
Who’s Living in BoConcept’s Window?
BoConcept is having a Philly celebrity live in its storefront window in Rittenhouse Square for six days starting Sept. 29.
Buy Curious: Dining In
Stelton Vacuum Jug ($75) Keep your favorite drink hot or cold in this ultramodern insulated pitcher available in several eye-catching colors, including saffron. It’s perfect for a little […]
Look Like Sharon Needles This Halloween
RuPaul Drag Race star Sharon Needles has introduced a new line of Halloween masks that look just like her.
Get Your Trevor Gear
The Trevor Project opened its online storefront this week with t-shirts and accessories available with proceeds benefitting the organization’s youth and suicide prevention services.
What We Love: Perfect Pairs
Barney’s New York kicks off the Perfect Pairs love letter campaign to benefit HRC. Find out how you can win a $5,000 gift card for professing your love.