Behind the scenes at Brixton’s Traid
Some good news in tough times – Brixton’s Traid on Acre Lane is still open. Simone Richardson looked in to see how it is...
Brixton style
Brixton resident Justine Kenyon weaves a passion for fashion around her work as an arts consultant. Simone Richardson discovers more
Justine moved to Acre Lane in Brixton...
Talk about your favourite Brixton shop on film
An independent film producer is looking for customers of local shops to take part in short films to explain what makes them special.
The three...
Brixton inspires new fashion label Bianca Saunders
Bianca Saunders started working in Brixton as part of a 3-month residency series run by Brixton Village. Born and raised in London Bianca recently...
Vintage – the lifestyle choice
Steve Powdrill meets Sarah Bennett Brixton’s maker and mender
The battle against fast fashion was waged all last month, with Second-hand September in full swing....
Art, music and fashion inspire an innovative design range
Simone Richardson meets two local women who have created a striking art-based range of products.
Hip-hop artist Sarina Mantle and Samantha-Jane, owner and creative director...
Brixton gift shop Diverse showcases local makers and artists
The Diverse gift shop on Coldharbour Lane is once again partnering with Makerhood for the festive gift season. The showcase of local makers launches...
Brixton Traid: Your clothes can help to fashion a sustainable world
Brixton’s TRAID on Acre Lane is part of a UK-wide charity tackling environmental and social problems caused by the production, consumption and disposal of...
Eastern promise: Nour Cash and Carry
Sacha Harrison meets the family at Nour Cash and Carry
"Guess how much?” I say, grinning and holding up a jar of honey, a whole...
Brixton Barnardo’s launches new summer trend book
The children’s charity Barnardo’s launches a new book One of a Kind in its Brixton shop, available from Saturday 9 June. It has teamed up...
Brixton dressmaker who designed for freedom
Brixton dressmaker Alice Bygrave was one of several nineteenth century female designers determined to make life easier for women cyclists.
Women’s clothing in those pre-Lycra...
Brixton indoor markets to open Bank Holiday Monday – more changes...
Brixton's indoor markets will be open on Bank Holiday Monday (7 May) in a move that has been welcomed by traders.
New owners Hondo said:...
Meet Brixton’s Mothers of Invention
A photographer, a designer and a copywriter walk into a bar.
Over a drink they discover their pet hates are the same – how women...
New year – new business?
(sponsored blogpost) You might not see yourself as a high powered entrepreneur, but you may have a small dream of turning an idea or special...
Brixton Bleach – hair to dye for
Bleach London has opened its fourth hair and beauty salon here in Brixton.
Bleach Brixton is run by Brixton local Alisha Dobson who says it...
Hair and beauty award for Brixton resident
Brixton resident and hair extension specialist Toni Shand has won the Hair Extension Specialist award at the annual London Hair and Beauty Awards.
Toni, who who...
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‘Typical’ – live streamed from Soho Theatre
Typical is about an evening that white people will never experience. It is a sharp and angry exploration of life for a black man...