Christmas is about sharing, getting together, celebrating and exchanging lovely gifts – which ultimately means more shopping than usual! And if you already know Norwich, you’ll know that its compact street pattern means we can shop independently and at high street favourites for everything, be it gorgeous gifts, party outfits or indulgent food and drink. Norwich definitely has the best of both worlds when it comes to retailers! So how happy are we that so many new stores have opened in the last year that are perfect for Christmas shopping. Read on to get the low down and make sure you don’t miss out!
A new Lucy & Yak store is opening just in time for Christmas! Lucy & Yak is a popular clothing brand, known for its comfy and stylish dungarees and sustainable and eco-conscious approach to fashion. If you’re after some trendy clothes, this store should be top of your list. Plus, it will be one of only three physical Lucy & Yak stores to exist! Talk about exclusive. Opening 19 November.
There’s been a flurry of exciting shops opening in The Royal Arcade this year. And Gyre & Gimble may just be one of our favourite new additions to the city. As well as hosting a gin academy, where you can create your very own gin (£75 per person), there is also a wide range of spirits, wines and more to purchase, including Norfolk-made alcohol. We love the Gyre & Gimble Callooh Callay coastal gin – an incredibly flavoursome gin with prominent notes of salty samphire, floral lavender and fresh citrus (£35).
Izola is a skincare, fine fragrance and grooming store that has recently made a home in The Royal Arcade. Inside the store you’ll find fragrances, hair care, skincare, grooming products, shower and bath gels, beard oil and more. Time for a little pampering we think!
JUNI & CO is a beauty store with a difference. Run by a mother-daughter team, JUNI & CO bridges the gap between premium and ethical beauty, with a range of plastic and cruelty-free JUNI lip products alongside a carefully curated selection of other beauty and wellness brands. And that’s not all – you can book experiences at the store too. Including a 1:1 makeup masterclass and a 3D Skin Health Assessment (both experiences last 45 minutes, £75 per person with £25 redeemable spend on products).
Thinking about giving your home a nice refresh before Christmas? Lauren Rose Interior Design is the place to go. Pop into the showroom in The Royal Arcade and you’ll soon seen why. Lauren set up the company in 2021 and offers a personable service for her clients, helping them to create beautiful and comforting spaces. Whether you’re looking to do your whole house or just want to freshen up a room.
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Rituals is a self-professed ‘compass for personal wellbeing’ with a wide range of sustainable and luxurious bath, body and home products designed specifically to help you connect and bring balance to your body, mind and soul. This is a place where just by stepping inside you’ll breathe out a sigh of relief as you feel yourself relax.
Lisa Angel recently moved within Chantry Place to bring a new and expanded store to customers. Packed full of intricate jewellery, stunning accessories, homeware and more – there’s something for everyone here. And it’s the ideal store to find gorgeous gifts. Not to mention the expert in-house hand-stamping available, and dried flowers from The Norfolk Flower Room.
Got a chocoholic in your life? Hotel Chocolat is not only a great place to stop by and browse the chocolate selection for gifting, but you can also pick up a tempting treat for yourself while there! Hotel Chocolat has now expanded from just a store to one with its own café, serving hot chocolate, milkshakes and more. And one of the things that makes this chocolate taste even sweeter – Hotel Chocolat is one of the few chocolate makers to directly grow some of their own cacao on their eco-conscious farm.
Christmas is a time to indulge and treat yourself as well as loved ones. We recommend treating yourself to a little luxury at the Hobbs, Whistles and Phase Eight store in Chantry Place. Spread across two levels with its own styling suite, you’ll be spoilt for choice with extensive collections of stylish fashion on offer. Whether you want a new outfit for work to boost your confidence, or you want to impress at the office Christmas party – you won’t have any trouble finding something chic here.
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