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Now is the time for a bold fresh start, with the knowledge that spring is on its way. Add some strong colour or hyped up print to your look with the brands contemporary take on the season that lies ahead.   Ba&shTalia Dress // Ba&sh Bleu Madeleine Dress // Storm & Marie Beate All Over Print Maxi Dress // Ba&sh Noir Rym Top // Bellerose Hibou Army...

Bellerose Women SS20 - Urban Tribes“Our goal this season is to truly capture the essence of this rich and inspiring cultures found in Africa” – Bellerose.Seemingly far away and worlds apart, the African continent is often closer than one would think. The growing urbanization makes it so that metropole cities like Johannesburg, Nairobi, Mombasa & Dakar are some of the...

Our last instalment of the weeks best sale picks...as always - hurry if you like these as they won't hang around long.   RVLT 6493 Sweater Off-White Was £83.00 Now £41.00. Libertine-Libertine Elegant Camel Leo Jacket Was £268.00 Now £187.00 Stine Goya Rhode Black Meadow Dress Was £380.00 Now £190.00 Just Female Caia Barn Red Polka Dot Trousers Was £108.00...

A round up of this weeks best sale picks...hurry though these won't hang around long. Stine Goya Clarabelle Posey Dots DressWas £202.00 Now £141.00  Wood Wood Mens Gunther Grey Jaquard SweaterWas £232.00 Now £162.00  Armedangels Juliaana Brick SkirtWas £84.00 Now £58.00  Sideline Frankie Red JumpsuitWas £225.00 Now £157.00 Wood Wood Mens Franco Green Check ShirtWas £129.00 Now £90.00   Shop further W19 here....

The best sale purchase is one you need and one you will repeat wear. A hardworking winter wardrobe should consist of neutral coloured knits, weather appropriate outerwear, well fitting denim and classic boots and the winter sales are the perfect place to find them if you have any gaps. Today we highlight a selection of coats and jackets that will...

Pre Spring '20 – Baum Und Pferdgarten. Inspired by the romance and ritualism of nature, the Baum Und Pferdgarten Pre Spring 2020 collection is for women who don't follow trends but create their own, for free spirits who still love to dress up. "Nature has been our greatest source of inspiration. We took simple organic forms and converted them into...

Perfect for those that like classic with a twist -the pearl motif still features heavily in designers jewellery collections, look for statement shapes to ensure a future classic.   Shyla Layla Pearl Earrings // Shyla Synthia Pearl Drop Earrings // Weathered Penny Pearl Ethel Earring // Weathered Penny Pearl Ethel Necklace // Shyla Half Hoop Gold Pearl Earrings // Wanderlust Life Fresh Water Pearl Necklace

Whilst sometimes confusing in name and often overlooked on the shop floor whilst Christmas is in full chaotic swing, ‘pre-collections’ (also called, Cruise, Resort or Holiday at this time of year) are becoming the new focus of considered purchasing.  Reacting to a global customer and bridging the gap between the main collections, these pre pieces are a great way to...

London based Jumper 1234 was founded in 2014 by a team of friends with a shared desire to create no-fuss, core pieces that would sit timelessly, wear effortlessly and still excite women by looking great and feeling even better. Inspired by Britain, home-heritage and a genuine love for conscious cashmere, Jumper 1234 is designed with a contemporary edge. All design...

  “We are shoemakers at heart and soul. We want to make great looking shoes for people in all corners of the world. And we believe that great design does not have to cost a fortune.” Marie Nilsson Peterzén, Co-founder & Creative Director of Vagabond.   The brand Vagabond was first born in Sweden 1973. The foundation of today’s Vagabond...

As far as Colorful Standard are concerned there is nothing better than a perfect-fitting t-shirt or hoodie; one that is long lasting, and developed from the highest quality organic cotton. Forgoing seasons or trends they look to produce timeless classics that will never become outdated. They think of their pieces as "here for the long run" as well as being sustainable...

Having been seen in the collections for multiple seasons, the oversized, statement earring really is here to stay. An instant update for a simple outfit, the statement earring is now offered in a huge variety of styles and at any price point you desire. Certain trends are continuing to dominate though and can still be seen on the streets of...

Deserving of a little consideration, a winter coat must be the most hard working piece in our wardrobe with a need to suit weekend wear as well as evening events, to have an ability to elevate the most basic pieces, and the warmth and practicality to cope with our British weather on an early morning commute. With all these demands...

For the founder of Naked Generation, Lara Merrill, the Sisterhood collection was born out of a love affair for celebrating slow fashion, Indian textiles and vintage fashion. It all began with an original 1970s block printed Phool dress she found in at a flea market ten years ago. “The feel of the cotton and soft earthy tones made me feel like...

Swedish fashion shoe brand Vagabond has been in the industry for more than thirty years. Ever since the start, the idea has been about offering designer shoes and accessories for a global audience, by knowing all there is to know about shoe making. With this mission to be a global fashion brand comes a great responsibility to think and act...

Created in 2019 by two Australian friends living in London, Lune is a sustainable, ethical, 100% natural, vegan apothecary brand which will be popping up in The Mercantile store at our Eco Day on 3rd October. Lune started out of personal necessity in 2019 when Lune founder, Hannah Stanton, wanted a completely natural pillow spray that she could also use...

Working from start to finish with the artisan block-printers, indigo dyers, embroiderers and weavers in Jaipur, India, allows Glasgow School of art graduate Molly Russell to create ethical hand-made women's wear for her label Pink City Prints, which celebrates the beauty of craft and sustainable fashion.“India has such an immensely rich culture of craft forms I’m constantly finding new processes...

With perfect timing and utilising signature silhouettes, Danish rain wear brand Rains introduce a capsule collection for AW19. Dedicated to checks, the collection explores two new tartans, Check Beige and Check Charcoal—both exclusive to Rains. The curated selection of waterproof silhouettes have been pulled from all three Rains outerwear categories—Essential, Transitional and Thermal—allowing the collection to cover each season of...

Although never wanting to wish the summer away, with The Mercantile full of autumn collections it feels right to pack away our summer pieces and embrace the ease of autumn. However, whilst the chill of early morning starts and late finishes mean no more sandals (without the addition of Birkenstock socks) the sun is hanging on in there and it's...

For Autumn Winter 2019, Stine Goya delves into the world of American writer Truman Capote - his own style, the feted Black & White Ball, and the Swans; the group of high profile women who inspired and made up his social set.The collection finds the essence of the Goya woman in the eclectic and varied style of the individual Swans,...