Retail We Love: Top Brands in London This Month

Quirky. Iconic. Nostalgic. That’s how our creative team summed up the London retail scene. As one of the world’s most exciting retail destinations, London is bursting at the seams with bold ideas, immersive experiences and brilliant retail activations. From the bustle of the infamous Oxford Street and Westfield to the cool corners of Coal Drops Yard, London retail offers something for all. Our team is always out and exploring what’s new (and what’s next), and this month, these are the stores we couldn’t stop talking about:

Black Horse Lane Atelier, Coal Drops Yard

Craftsmanship. Quirky. Nostalgic.

The brand is built on the denims timeless styles, and is like stepping into a time capsule, transporting you back into a bygone era of craftsmanship and. The scent of denim against the backdrop of the dark mahogany cabinets evokes memories of simpler times when retail existed without digital noise. The hum of the sewing machines plays as the soundtrack as you explore this beautifully curated store. It’s immersive, sensory, and steeped in storytelling.

Vans, West End

Iconic. Next Level. Innit.

This is skate culture at its finest, bold, authentic, and made for movement. The Vans store on West End brings skate culture and elevated retail design in an exciting way. It’s authentic and adaptable to London’s skate community. Customers can skate and shop all in one place, the mini-indoor park’s fully mobile and interchangeable travertine modules can be rearranged for seating and merchandise. Shop, skate, repeat.

Nespresso, Stratford Westfield

Inspiring. Innovative. Inviting.

A beautifully curated store dedicated to the brand’s sustainability mission. This store gives used coffee grounds a new lease of life by using them in their retail furniture. The sustainable elements add a unique, organic touch, with beautifully textured surfaces which add a sensory dimension.

Tom Dixon, King’s Cross

Expressive. Statement. Curated.

Tom Dixon’s studio-store is a playground of design, with pieces that shift and adapt to their environment, allowing endless possibilities of curation and creativity. Here, innovation meets tradition, with the perfect balance between old and new.

Published May 2025