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5 Minutes With… London gift shop owner Zoe Anderson

Above: Zoe Anderson.
Above: Zoe Anderson.

What inspired you to open W A Green last year?

“Two things. Firstly, retail has always been a big part of my life, so not being able to find a gift for a friend in West London, along with my travels in LA, made me think that I wanted to open my own shop.”

 

Why the name W A Green?

“I named the shop after my grandfather, a successful green grocer who had a chain of shops.”

 

Above: The colourful world of W A Green.
Above: The colourful world of W A Green.

How would you describe the store’s concept?

“It’s a maximalist lifestyle outlet that’s full of fun and character, putting independent designers alongside powerhouse brands.”

 

What links the products?

“The common thread is happiness. I want customers come in and change the way that they look at their home.”

 

What’s your own home like?

“It’s a Victorian terrace house and very, very colourful!”

 

 

 

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