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December 06 2019 – Mercantile London
Pre Spring '20 Baum Und Pferdgarten
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...
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December 04 2019 – Mercantile London
Gift Guide - Modern Pearl
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
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December 03 2019 – Mercantile London
Make Pre '20 work for you
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...
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November 13 2019 – Mercantile London
Stylish and sustainable winter boots - Vagabond
“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...
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October 15 2019 – Mercantile London
The Seasons Statement Earring.
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...
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October 12 2019 – Mercantile London
The Seasons Best Coats
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...
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October 08 2019 – Mercantile London
The Sisterhood Dress // Naked Generation
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...
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October 04 2019 – Mercantile London
Making Sustainability Clear // Vagabond shoes
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...
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October 02 2019 – Mercantile London
Ethical, vegan and natural // Lune
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...
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October 01 2019 – Mercantile London
Real People Make Your Clothes // Pink City Prints
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...
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