Retail
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West Chester to Be Home to New Bookstore Bakery
Readers and sweet treat lovers unite for the Bookstore Bakery, which will arrive in West Chester at 145 W. Gay Street. Jonathan and his girlfriend Jessica took both of their passions and combined them to make the business of their dreams. Jonathan, who graduated with an English degree from Brooklyn College, met Jessica while attending…
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Wawa’s 2023 Was More Than Just About Pushing Pizza
Wawa 2024 and Beyond continues an aggressive campaign to open stores in other states even as it tweaks stores closer to home, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Delaware County-founded convenience store chain closed its Headhouse Square store in downtown Philadelphia in July 2023 and repurposed other closed stores in the city, leaving…
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New Owner of Bernie’s Pretzels Looking to Capture Bazaar Memories
An iconic moment at the former Bazaar of All Nations in Upper Darby for Greg Murray was the smell of Bernie’s soft pretzels and cinnamon buns baking, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. “That was a good memory,” said Murray, of Drexel Hill. Though the Bazaar has been gone now for three decades, replaced…
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Thunderbird Salvage Makes Its Second Location at Frankford Avenue Permanent
Since it opened in Kensington in 2017, Thunderbird Salvage has been a go-to destination for locals looking for affordable, second-hand items and now its second location will be accessible for longer than anticipated, writes John Paul Titlow for PhillyVoice. After operating an additional storefront on Frankford Avenue as a holiday-themed pop-up toward the end of…
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For Honey Brook Entrepreneur, Soap-Making is More Than Just a Business
Honey Brook soap artisan and entrepreneur Miche Scott uses wild-harvested botanicals and herbs to craft soaps that are as gorgeous as they smell, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Tonight. Scott first launched her soaps online at Clover Market, but soon branched out into specialty and gift shops. Today, Miche Scott Handmade is sold in…
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Chester County’s Merry Main Streets Offer Plenty of Festive Fun, Sweets, and More
Many main streets throughout Chester County offer plenty of festive fun, delicious treats, and much more during the holiday season, according to a staff report from 6ABC. The town center of Brandywine Valley bursts with vibrancy and has a trail of sweet treats that nobody should miss. Meanwhile, the towns of Kennett Square, Phoenixville, and…
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How La Colombe Plans to Expand Reach After Chobani’s Acquisition
After La Colombe was acquired by Chobani, the Philadelphia-based coffee roaster is eyeing the future, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. While exact details about the partnership are still being worked out, La Colombe has an idea of what it wants to get out of it. “The focus today is really doubling down on what we…
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Suplex Vintage Wrestling in South Philadelphia is a ‘Slice of Wrestling Heaven’
Walking into Suplex Vintage Wrestling in South Philadelphia can be compared to walking into a wrestling time machine, writes David Auguste for 6abc. “When people come here for the first time their eyes light up. It’s kind of like a slice of wrestling heaven,” said Woody Kumetat, brand manager for Suplex Vintage Wrestling. The kinds…
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Grocery Prices in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Soar Above National Average
Grocery prices have continued to climb in 2023, and both Pennsylvania and Philadelphia have recorded some of the sharpest increases in the nation this year, writes Mark Huffman for Consumer Affairs. According to a Consumer Affairs analysis, grocery prices increased by 5.3 percent nationwide in 15 analyzed categories year over year. Pennsylvania took the top…
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PREIT, Owner of the Fashion District, Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Relinquishes Ownership
PREIT, which owns several major malls across the region, including the Fashion District in Center City, has filed for bankruptcy for the second time since the pandemic, writes Walter Perez for 6abc. Part of the filing includes the sale of the Fashion District, and this Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing gives full ownership of the Fashion…
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Kelbourne Woolens Opens New Storefront in Mount Airy
Yarn and threads distributor, Kelbourne Woolens, has been wholesaling for 15 years, but just recently celebrated the grand opening of a new retail shop in Mt. Airy, writes Asha Prihar for Billy Penn at WHYY. The location is next to Maloumian Rugs, a multigenerational rug importer and retailer that has been in the city since…
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Center City Businesses Are Seeing Shoppers Return At Near Pre-Pandemic Levels
Center City District recently released a report that shows that shoppers have returned to downtown Philadelphia at near the pre-pandemic rate, writes Hayden Mitman for NBC 10 Philadelphia. This is shown in foot traffic, retail sales, and new jobs. According to the report, October’s daily Center City foot traffic was found to be at roughly…
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Fashion District Philadelphia CEO Believes New Mall Consumers ‘Value Experiences Over Goods’
Joseph Coradino, CEO of PREIT, owner of Fashion District Philadelphia, took a hard look at its portfolio well before the onset of the pandemic, replaced department store anchors at some of its super-regional malls, and started selling properties that were not achieving minimum sales levels, writes Al Urbanski for the Chain Store Age. The main…
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Urban Outfitters’ Nuuly Reaches Profitability For First Time in 4-Year History
Thanks to a steady stream of new subscribers and a large jump in revenue, Urban Outfitters’ clothing rental service Nuuly has gained its first profit, writes Gabrielle Fonrouge for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The brand saw $65.5 million in revenue and an operating profit of $300,000 during its fiscal third quarter, which ended in October. In…
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Philadelphia Teacher Jennifer Basile Launched “Blessed in Distress Apparel,” Fashion Line Inspired By Her Love of Philly Sports
Jennifer Basile is a full-time teacher and mother, but still manages to find the time to make serious use of her love of Philadelphia sports through her entrepreneurial endeavor, reports Aunyea Lachelle for NBC 10 Philadelphia. Basile is the founder of “Blessed in Distress,” a sports-themed apparel company launched during the pandemic. Through the company,…
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Christmas Village in Center City is Back For the 2023 Holiday Season
Saturday, November 18, marked the return of Christmas Village in Center City, reports Katie Katro for 6abc. Each year, a collection of entrepreneurial vendors set up shop near City Hall and display their items for people to see and buy. “A lot of small businesses don’t necessarily have brick-and-mortar retail stores, so events like this…
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‘Where There Is Joy, There Is Beauty’: Local Skincare Brand Offers Array of Holiday Gifts Under $100
This holiday season, Doll 10 — a Newtown-based beauty brand renowned in the dynamic world of beauty and skincare as a beacon of innovation and empowerment — boasts an exclusive collection of skincare and makeup products that are perfect for gift-giving. Founded on the principles of doctor-developed, cruelty-free formulas, Doll 10 aims to empower individuals…
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Princess Diana Wore a Philadelphia Eagles Varsity Jacket in the 1990s, and Now a Version is Being Sold Online
During the 1990s, Princess Diana wore a Philadelphia Eagles varsity jacket that the team had sent her, and now a version of that jacket is being sold online, writes Emily Burack for Town & County. “Our latest limited-edition release pays homage to an iconic era in Eagles and pop-culture history, capturing the essence of a…
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