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The Brix + Bailey Marketplace Journal

Think of this as our backstage pass. The finds, the flair, and the fabulous stories behind our marketplace. Meet the brands, the makers, and the mischief-makers. From fashion and art to home, beauty and beyond — it’s all here. And always unordinary.

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Real Conversations With Makers and Brands

By Ian Nairn

Discover some of the issues facing small independent brands. Brix + Bailey is a home for independent makers, sustainable brands, and ethical businesses that deserve...

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Fashion Needs Better Stories, Not More Guilt

By Ian Nairn

Paris Fashion Week just wrapped. While most chased runway shows, we spent the week in maker studios – discovering the designers, workshops, and creative spaces...

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What Running a Family Business Really Teaches You (and Why We’re Still Learning)

By Ian Nairn

Three generations, countless cups of tea, and more lessons than any business degree could ever offer. Family businesses are peculiar things — part kitchen table,...

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The Independent Maker's Dilemma: Why Talent Alone Isn't Enough Anymore

By Ian Nairn

Over coffee last Tuesday, a designer I work with told me she was closing her studio. Not because her work wasn't selling. Not because customers...

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Why Shopping Local Goes Global: Independent Brands Worldwide

By Ian Nairn

Discover how "shopping local" has evolved beyond geography. Support independent brands worldwide and vote for creativity over conformity with every purchase.

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Independent Brand Marketplace: Q&A with Brix & Bailey Co-Founders

By Ian Nairn

Q&A: How Brix + Bailey Connects Conscious Consumers with Extraordinary Independent Brands For independent brands, standing out against the big players can be challenging. Traditional...

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Why Independent Brands Might Need Marketplaces

By Ian Nairn

Are marketplaces essential for independent brand survival? A family business perspective on retail challenges and why independent creators might need curated platforms to thrive.

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Introducing Shop by Location: Connecting You to Global Independent Design

By Ian Nairn

We're thrilled to unveil one of the most exciting additions to the Brix + Bailey marketplace: Shop by Location. This isn't just another way to...

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Join Brix + Bailey as a Brand

By Ian Nairn

A curated marketplace for the unordinary. Brix + Bailey has evolved — from a design studio into a destination for beautifully offbeat brands across fashion,...

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