At first I couldn't see the connection between bees and retail therapy. Now the inspiration for the name of 192 Prospect Road makes sense. Mission honey hive is crisscrossing every inch from corner to corner. It's a welcome relief to the modern day shopping philosophy of snatch and despatch.
An afternoon mooch in this store is okay. It is not one of those places where you might be regarded with suspicion for merely browsing. The pleasure is being able to absorb yourself in another world surrounded by the bizarre, rare and intricate.
The merchandise is testament to quality design and enduring value. Expect to find period costumes, wedding attire, decorative ceramics, furniture, books, kitchen utensils, fashion accessories or replacement pieces. Highly sought after items including opera gloves, suspenders, trilbies and fedoras wait to accompany a day at the races or a refined evening.
Items are arranged according to which room you are in which is both clever and convenient. Leading on from the front entrance is the kitchen, cloakroom, ladies' dressing room and men's dressing room.
Whether you are fossicking for that hard-to-get item, promoting environmental sustainability or embarking on a vintage phase, make sure The Honey Hive is on your to do list.
