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What’s Hot… At Nest, Leicestershire

Nest in Leicestershire is owned by Sam Gibson. There are two shops on secondary sites in Stoneygate and Broughton Astley. There is also a concession at Thurlston Garden centre.

 

Decorative Home Accessories: Rader: tealights

“This is a relatively new German brand. Their porcelain home accessories are stunning.”

 

Decorative Home Accessories: Heaven Sends: across the board

“The company’s range has inspired us to look beyond Christmas.”

 

Fragranced Giftware: Pintail Candles: Co-ordinates

“These are a staple for our customers. A simple range that smells amazing.”

Above: A new home fragrancing range from Candlelight.
Above: A new home fragrancing range from Candlelight.

 

Fragranced Giftware: Candlelight: candles; reed diffusers

“The range is vast, and everything is at such a good price. The products will be in huge demand for Christmas.”

 

Jewellery: Nest: own brand personalised jewellery

“Everything is handmade using silver beads. Customers love the personalised element.”

 

Jewellery: Reeves and Reeves: sterling silver

“The range is vast, quality and ever changing, with everything designed in house.”

 

Fashion Accessories: Katie Loxton: Perfect Pouches

“Perfect pouches are our best sellers, followed by Secret Message pouches. Scarves do well in Autumn/Winter.”

 

Fashion Accessories: Miss Sparrow: scarves and socks

“A fab price point as pick up gifts.”

 

Greeting Cards: Rosie Made A Thing

“The cards are so funny. It’s lovely hearing customers giggle over Rosie’s comic observations. We wouldn’t want to be without them.”

 

Giftwrap: Heather Alsted

“Her range of Bear wrap, including Star Wars and Harry Potter inspired designs, is a refreshing take on wrap for the boys.”

 

Other Hot Hits: Wild & Wolf: Games Room

“This is a staple part of our Christmas offering and sells right through until Christmas Eve.”

 

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