In the shopping streets of Leuven you will find a great mix of large shops and small boutiques, selling everything from trendy gear to respectable classics. New pop-ups take their place comfortably alongside the big names, and there are also a number of shops that have resolutely withstood the test of time. These shops have been a permanent fixture in Leuven’s shopping streets for more than 30 years. We would like to introduce you to some of these ‘Pearls of commerce’.