Well strictly speaking, I didn’t lie, but I originally launched my diminutive blog on blogspot, then lost it, so the only one I had in my files was the article in question. I have since recovered that old blog and just to keep things tidy, I’m uploading them here. So, here follows what was actually my first blog. It’s actually such fun reading these again, and considering what has changed, so I’ll throw in the odd update as I post the old scribes…

Well hi there, and thanks for stopping by...

I've been meaning to get around to this blog for sooooo long, I can't believe it has taken a move to the other side of the world to finally spur me into action.

I've worked for years in retail, from concept development, to designing store interiors, windows and graphics, to product layouts & space planning, to retail marketing and branding, but let's get one thing straight from the start.

I do not profess to be a retail 'thought leader', 'opinion former', 'guru' or any other such trumped up, self-important and self-appointed title - that would be rude! I just love shops - pure & simple.

The posts in my blog will be about things I've found and loved or hated, great ideas, bad ideas, things of beauty, things that are new and clever or old and outmoded. BUT - it's just my opinion. There's no right or wrong. If you happen to be a retailer and I write something about your store you don't like, I apologise in advance. If you think I might have a point you can always get in touch for a chat.