Is it our fault shops are closing down because they offer bad service and it is much much cheaper to get it delivered to your house? Some companies stay on top by being fresh and ahead of the game like Amazon or ECP's. Shopping online is the way forwards UNLESS you can offer a service that you cant get online e.g Slaters. I have been in there for a few suits. Im a fat beast with a weird body shape and they measure, fit and alter a suit as needed. Yes they are expensive but the price is worth it. I also think the high street wouldnt be closing down if the rent and rates weren't so high. I can see the high st being full of local specialist if they could afford to get in.