GOOD Market Liverpool Shines The Spotlight On Independent Businesses
Ever since the first lockdown was enforced, we saw the boom of small businesses and how they adapted and flourished in the current landscape.
During the festive period GOOD Liverpool has been collaborating with organisations through a series of events to support the city’s trailblazing independent retailers.
On Thursday 16, between 3pm and 8pm, GOOD Market teamed up with The Metquarter hosting over 40 stalls of independent retailers, filled with the perfect Christmas gifts ranging from clothing, accessories, and homeware to buy for loved ones, making them accessible to everyone.
The day was full of enjoyment including a live choir of students from LMA, DJ’s, mulled wine, henna, and a special visit from Santa himself for an exclusive meet and greet.
There was also a free gift-wrapping service for anyone shopping at the Metquarter, donations were encouraged as the money would go towards the Trussell Trust – a charity that aims to stop hunger and food poverty in the UK.
Oisin Hennessy, Growth and Operations Manager, at GOOD Market highlighted the importance of celebrating small businesses at a time when the retail industry has been struggling:
“Our mission is to show the people of Liverpool that there are so many amazing ethically minded independent businesses they can turn to rather than going to the big brands because if you support a small business, it’s better for the local economy and the local culture and ultimately it makes better retail.”
Elizabeth Grattan was one of the many retailers present at the marketplace, showcasing her successful handmade business LizziCamilla which promotes positivity through heartfelt and kind messages, designing pieces such as banners, leather bookmarks and flags, that can be personalised to the customer’s needs.
She also makes abstract art pieces turning them into bags, leather purses, earrings, and keyrings, incorporating sustainability and slow fashion in the process.
Elizabeth gave insight into her creative work:
“It’s the idea of fashion being a bit slower, and pieces being kept for a longer time rather than constantly being new all the time.
“The banners can sometimes just be a symbol of love if some is giving it as a gift, I like to spread positive messages, and I hope that people can gain some positivity from the products that I create.”
Find out more about the GOOD Market at goodliverpool.com/pages/the-good-market
Amna Akram
