Which pioneering department store first introduced the revolutionary concept of organized shopping departments with specialized sections and visible merchandise that customers could freely browse in the 1840s?

The modern department store layout we take for granted today was once a revolutionary concept that transformed shopping from a utilitarian task into a leisure activity. Before the 19th century, most retail spaces were small specialty shops with merchandise behind counters, requiring customers to request items from clerks. The innovation of open floor plans with organized departments forever changed retail history and consumer culture. Test your knowledge about this pivotal retail innovation!

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Bon Marché in Paris, founded by Aristide Boucicaut
Marshall Field's in Chicago, founded by Marshall Field
Harrods in London, founded by Charles Henry Harrod
Macy's in New York, founded by Rowland Hussey Macy