Retail
-
Wayne Business Transforms Children’s Artwork Into Striking Pop Art Collages
Local parents and families have a unique way to preserve their children’s homemade artwork thanks to Pop Goes the Doodle, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. The Wayne business, owned and operated by artist Lauren Proud, transforms existing art pieces into a stunning pop art collage. Proud takes children’s sketches, paintings or simple…
-
King of Prussia’s David’s Bridal Launches New “Ultra Feminine” Capsule Line
King of Prussia–based David’s Bridal is once again redefining wedding style with its latest limited-time capsule collection, “Ultra Feminine.” The nation’s largest bridal retailer and AI-powered fashion marketplace launched the new Monthly Muse line as part of its bi-weekly New & Now arrivals. The collection celebrates soft romance, confident design, and timeless elegance. Crafted with…
-
Bobby Chez Gourmet To Go in Newtown is Closing Its Doors For Good
Bobby Chez Gourmet To Go, a gourmet to-go seafood store at the Village at Newtown shopping center, is closing, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “After serving our wonderful community for the past few years, we are very sad to announce that Bobby Chez Gourmet To Go will be closing its doors,” said the business.…
-
Estate Sales and Auctions Flourish Throughout the Brandywine Valley
Estate sales throughout Chester County offer residents a truly one-of-a-kind shopping experience, writes Roger Morris for The Hunt. This specific type of shopping features secondhand items from antiques to rare collectibles made available through the liquidation of an estate. The range of available items make estate sales popular amongst both one-time shoppers and lifelong collectors,…
-
How Wawa Lures Customers from Wendy’s, Burger King and Starbucks
Wawa is stealing customers from Burger King, Wendy’s and Starbucks, especially during breakfast, because of its focus on high-quality, built-to-order food, writes Natalie Rice for CNBC. The Delaware County-based chain is leveraging its customer loyalty, almost a cult-like following that has inspired merchandise, tattoos, songs, and marriage proposals, to expand into the Midwest and South.…
-
An IKEA Store Is Coming to the Promenade at Granite Run in Media
A new IKEA Media store is moving into the Promenade at Granite Run, 1111 W. Baltimore Pike, writes Max Bennett for Patch. IKEA Media will arrive in spring 2026 with a new format that will make it more accessible to customers. . “No more trekking through that notorious I-476 ‘Blue Route’ traffic—now you can enjoy…
-
Former Miss Georgia Rises to QVC Superstar After Debuting First Brand with Network
Kim Gravel, a former Miss Georgia, became a QVC superstar after launching her first brand with the West Chester-based shopping network at age 46, writes Cindy Barth for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Seven years later, she became the first QVC talent to exceed $250 million in annual sales, contributing to over $1 billion in total…
-
Why Did Jordan Brand Choose Philadelphia for First World of Flight Store in the U.S.?
Earlier this month, Philadelphia joined Beijing, Milan, Seoul, and Tokyo as the only cities with a Jordan Brand World of Flight location, writes Ian Servantes for WWD. Each of the global cities are among the most shoppable in the world, and Jordan Brand is speaking out on why it chose Philadelphia as the first U.S.…
-
Nottingham-Based Herr’s Introduces Newest Snack for a Tasty Cheesy Crunch
Nottingham-based snack company Herr’s is debuting its newest and tastiest snack with Herr’s Crunchy Cheesy Chomz, reports Aunyea Lachelle for NBC10 Philadelphia. The Crunchy Cheesy Chomz, which debuted on Sept. 15, combine real cheesy flavor with a satisfying crunch. The crispy, stick-shaped snack makes for a savory treat perfect for any time of day. The…
-
Frazer Antique Market Opens With Unique Vintage Finds
The newly opened Frazer Antique Market is bringing one-of-a-kind antiques to Chester County, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Shoppers can find a wide range of vintage goods in the Frazer shop, from home wares to décor to clothing. Antique jewelry, dishware, stained glass, and more entirely unique finds fill every corner of…
-
Wawa Loses Top Spot, Ties with Rival Sheetz for Second in Annual Customer Satisfaction Report
Delaware County-based Wawa dropped one spot in the American Customer Satisfaction Index Convenience Store Study, now tying with rival Sheetz for second place, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Midwestern brand Kwik Trip claimed the top spot, scoring 84 on the 100-point scale, two points above Wawa and Sheetz. Wawa and Sheetz are…
-
Bensalem-Based Philly Pretzel Factory Dives Into Desserts with New Acquisition
Philly Pretzel Factory, the popular soft pretzel chain based in Bensalem, is preparing to introduce desserts to its mainly salty snack menu, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company, which recently completed the acquisition of Bristol-based Cone Guys, an ice cream cone manufacturer, is planning to launch water ice and soft serve…
-
David’s Bridal Expands Wedding Options With Karako Suits Partnership
King of Prussia’s David’s Bridal continues to widen its wedding and formalwear reach, writes Karen Alberg Grossman for Mr. Magazine. The bridal giant teamed up with Karako Suits, a family-owned menswear chain with more than 40 years of experience. Soon, Karako’s suits and tuxedos will be available directly through David’s Bridal’s website, giving couples and…
-
Did You Know the Current President of Wawa is a Bucks County Native?
Brian Schaller, who grew up in Buckingham Township, is the current president of Wawa, one of the largest privately held companies in the nation, writes Tom Sofield for the New Hope Free Press. Schaller started his Wawa career 23 years ago in the accounting department and has progressed through leadership roles since then. For the…
-
Kelly Cook on Leadership, Gratitude, and Lessons Learned at David’s Bridal
David’s Bridal CEO Kelly Cook’s story is one of gratitude, resilience, and constant learning, writes Nicole Kirichanskay for Inside Retail. She took the helm earlier this year, helping steer one of the country’s most recognizable bridal retailers through an evolving retail landscape. Cook first joined the King of Prussia company in 2019 as Chief Marketing…





























































