Chelsea
This coverage explores Chelsea’s dynamic retail environment, highlighting its blend of luxury boutiques, independent shops, and emerging brands. Key retail hubs include King’s Road, renowned for its designer stores and fashion-forward offerings, and Sloane Street, home to high-end fashion labels. Recent developments such as the £46m transformation of Sloane Street and the introduction of The Chelsea Grocer in Duke of York Square underscore the area’s commitment to enhancing its retail appeal. Our reporting provides insights into Chelsea’s evolving retail landscape, focusing on trends, developments, and the area’s influence on London’s broader retail sector.
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Nov- 2019 -14 NovemberOnline & Digital
Nike cuts ties with Amazon amid increased focus on direct-to-consumer
Sports fashion retailer Nike has cut ties with online retail giant Amazon and will no longer sell its products on the platform, as it increases its focus on direct-to-consumer sales. In a statement, the retailer said that as part of Nike’s focus on “elevating consumer experiences” through more direct, personal…
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Oct- 2019 -15 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Sports Direct demands Adidas and Nike dominance probe
Sports Direct has called for an investigation into the sportswear industry, over concerns of the dominance of Adidas and Nike. The sportswear brand owned by Mike Ashley said the “must have” brands hold a bargaining position which allows them to “control the price of their products and the price of…
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Aug- 2019 -20 AugustHigh Street
Whittard of Chelsea CEO departs
Tea and coffee specialist Whittard of Chelsea’s chief executive Mark Dunhill has resigned, with finance chief Nathan Smith taking the role. Dunhill tended his resignation on 31 July after five years at the retailer. He led the restructure of the retailer, and was involved in the “revitalisation” of its product…
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Jul- 2019 -5 JulyHigh Street
Sloane Street to undergo £40m redevelopment
Cadogan Estates, has announced plans to oversee a £40m redevelopment of Sloane Street, following the recent transformation of Pavilion Road which runs parallel. London Architects John McAslan + Partners, whose recent work includes the transformation of King’s Cross Station, has been appointed to lead the redevelopment. The programme also includes…
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