Shop Talk: 3 great indie retailers
From ethical fashion to radical reading, Isy Santini recommends three independent retailers across Edinburgh and Glasgow

Och Vegan
Och Vegan offers guilt-free pampering with its zero-waste soaps and lotions. Their products range from the sensible to the luxurious, with everything handmade and crafted with exquisite care. Whether you’re looking to treat yourself or a friend, Och is an ideal source for all things self-care.
Visit Och Vegan’s official site or Instagram.
Treen
Timeless style meets ethical fashion at this small Stockbridge boutique. At Treen, every item of clothing has a story that can be scanned and read on the price tag. Earth tones and organic fibres populate the racks, making it perfect for anyone who prefers wardrobe staples to fast-fashion trends.
Treen, 2–4 St Stephen Place, Edinburgh; visit the official Treen site or Instagram.
Lighthouse Bookshop
Edinburgh’s radical bookshop is packed with bargains and friendly faces. Its light, airy rooms house books about Scotland, politics, identity, history, the environment, as well as a great selection of fiction. This is a shop for anybody with an interest in society and the world around us.
Lighthouse Bookshop, 43–45 West Nicolson Street, Edinburgh; visit the official Lighthouse Bookshop site or Instagram.