Weekender: Independent fashion boutique sets up shop at Hull’s Fruit Market
An independent fashion boutique and creative studio space is to open in Hull’s Fruit Market urban village.
Tessies has signed up to join the creative community on Humber Street in the centre of the Fruit Market, bringing its collection of clothing, jewellery and accessories to the waterfront area.
The larger, 1,000 sq ft premises will also accommodate a creative studio where Nicola will run classes and workshops in everything from jewellery making to creative writing and meditation.
Nicola Gibbons, the owner of Tessies, said: “We can’t wait to join the Fruit Market community! There’s an arty, creative atmosphere in Humber Street and the businesses aren’t afraid to express themselves or try different things – I’m really looking forward to being part of that.
“The Tessies brand is colourful, fun and a bit kooky and we have a really loyal customer base who love our style. We don’t just to sell to people, we sell to personalities and we’re passionate about what we do.”
She added: “I’m really looking forward to running classes and workshops in our new studio space. We want it to be a really welcoming place where people who aren’t very confident can come and try something new.
“My vision is that people will gather together, express themselves in all sorts of different and creative ways and learn something new. We want to be accessible to all.”
Tessies first opened nine years ago and stocks brands such as Daphnea; Daisy Street; Nova; and Neon Rose – both in store and online.
Gibbons said: “We stock brands that you can’t buy anywhere else in this area and we change them often, so our style is always fresh and exciting,” said Nicola. “We offer great fashion for everyone – from students to great grandmas!”
Motivational phrases also appear on the walls of the shop with positive messages such as “If you like it, wear it”, and “Say nice things to your body”.
The regeneration of the Fruit Market. is being driven forward by Wykeland Beal, which was formed by commercial developer Wykeland Group and housebuilder Beal Homes, as part of the Fruit Market LLP joint venture with Hull City Council.
