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Nature-Inspired General Stores

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Leigh and Taylore Garden and Goods Offers Handcrafted Items

— January 16, 2015 — Art & Design
Leigh and Taylore Garden and Goods is a local Toronto-based general store that focuses on handcrafted items, vintage finds and community values. Wholesome and simple, the shop nevertheless provides quality products, the standout of which involves the 100% soy-based locally poured candles. Placed in vintage and reusable glass
containers, the candles bring a touch of class to any home.

Notebooks, prints and household objects are also part of Leigh and Taylore Garden and Goods' collection, all of which revolve around the theme of nature. As the founder writes, "My initial focus was vintage garden and garden inspired items, but "Goods" represents that we carry much more. I look to nature for inspiration because as a child I spent a great deal of time in my mother's English garden."
Trend Themes
1. Nature-inspired Retail Stores - Opportunities for entrepreneurs to create curated retail spaces that focus on natural, wholesome and sustainable products.
2. Handcrafted Goods Trend - Increasing demand for unique, one-of-a-kind and locally made items is creating opportunities for small-scale producers.
3. Sustainability Trend - Growing awareness of environmental issues is inspiring consumers to seek out sustainable products and packaging.
Industry Implications
1. Retail Industry - As consumers prioritize ethically sourced and eco-friendly products, there is an opportunity for retailers to adapt their offerings and store designs to meet this trend.
2. Handmade Crafts Industry - This trend presents an opportunity for small businesses and artisans to create and sell handcrafted products in a retail environment.
3. Eco-friendly Packaging Industry - With the increased demand for sustainable products, the packaging industry has the opportunity to innovate and develop more environmentally friendly packaging solutions.
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