Size matters to UK shoppers. A decade ago it was all about big; grocery giants rolled out super, hyper and mega stores in out-of-town spots and sprawling shopping centres alike. But customers are starting to shop small again. So what do people want from a tiny store – and what was ‘big’ doing wrong?

Global menswear sales are set to reach $110 billion by 2019, up 36% on 2014. In response, there’s been an influx of stylish start-ups focused solely on men. Curatum is a discovery platform offering one new product each day. Is a minimal, mobile model the right way to get the modern man spending?

Le Tote an online retailer that sends its customers personalised boxes full of clothing and accessories for $49 per month. But unlike other fashion e-tailers, it harnesses a data-driven algorithm named Chloe to ensure the clothes it delivers fit perfectly every time.

As one of the most visible accessories, handbags are a statement of individual style. Now, Gucci wants to make them more personal with its DIY customisation service. Given that 66% of Gen Y ditch brands because they don't mirror their identity, will personalisation become key to luxury loyalty?