Klarna releases Smoooth Stores shortlist

Klarna has announced the eight retail SME finalists from its Smoooth Stores initiative.

These are: Britannical, Carloe, Charlotte Jade, Dip & Doze, Hand Dyed Shoe Co, Mikaela Lyon, Mustard Made, Valle + Vik.

“The startup mentality is in our blood here at Klarna. We love to see businesses being successful, and doing things differently, whether that’s in their marketing, the products they sell or just the passions and personalities of the people fronting them,” says Luke Griffiths, General Manager at Klarna UK.

“The competition so far has been an amazing exploration into the UK’s thriving SME retail scene. With mentoring, funding, financial advice and free use of our Buy now, Pay later product we can’t wait to find our winner.”