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Peter Jones
London
Founded in 1877 and rebuilt in 1936, Peter Jones is known for household goods, household fabrics and trims, china, glass, upholstered furniture, and linens. The linen department is one of the best in London.Founded in 1877 and rebuilt in 1936, Peter Jones is
Pop Boutique
London
For the best in original streetwear from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, this clothing store is tops. Right next to the chic Covent Garden Hotel, it sells fabulous vintage wear at affordable prices: Leather jackets that would run in the hundreds in the vintage shops of downtown New York are affordable here.For the best in original streetwear from the 1950s, 1960s,
Reiss
London
In a city where men's clothing often sells at exorbitant prices, Reiss is a haven of reasonable sporty and casual wear. Take your pick from everything from pullovers to rugged cargo pants. Reis also stocks womenswear and has become quite a sophisticated and trendy label, with more than 15 stores in London.In a city where men's clothing often sells at exorbitant
Reject China Shop
London
Don't expect too many rejects or too many bargains, despite the name. This shop sells seconds (sometimes) along with first-quality pieces of china from such names as Royal Doulton, Spode, and Wedgwood. You can also find a variety of crystal, glassware, and flatware. If you'd like to have your purchases shipped home for you, the shop can do it for a fee.Don't expect too many rejects or too many bargains, despite
Rokit
London
there are three locations for this small chain, but the most central and better stocked is in Covent Garden. The media have weighed in, calling it everything from "painfully hip" to "automatically suspect with shoe prices that are criminal." The trick here is to browse at leisure looking for that steal in retro or vintage clothing. The stock is imported from a mother company in Canada. Fetishists of old uniforms will love it here.there are three locations for this small chain, but the
Sanford Brothers Ltd
London
In business since 1923, this family firm sells all styles of jewelry (Victorian through modern), silver, and a fine selection of clocks and watches.In business since 1923, this family firm sells all styles
Shelly's
London
Shelly's flagship on Oxford Circus is the largest shoe store in London, selling footwear to fashionable young things and style-conscious individuals at affordable prices.Shelly's flagship on Oxford Circus is the largest shoe store
Stanfords
London
Established in 1852, Stanfords is the world's largest map shop. Many maps, including worldwide touring and survey maps, are unavailable elsewhere. It's also London's best travel bookstore (with a complete selection of Frommer's guides!).Established in 1852, Stanfords is the world's largest map shop.
Steinberg & Tolkien
London
London's leading dealer in vintage costume jewelry and clothing also offers some used designer clothing that's not old enough to be vintage but is prime for collectors; other pieces are merely secondhand designer thrills.London's leading dealer in vintage costume jewelry and clothing also
Summerill & Bishop
London
Some of London's most sophisticated kitchenware is sold here -- items that may not be available in your hometown store. The range is from Edward S. Wohl's charming bird's-eye maple breadboards to John Julian Sainsbury's black granite mortar with a stainless-steel-handled pestle. Some of the top designers in Britain created the unusual wares at this outlet.Some of London's most sophisticated kitchenware is sold here --
The Body Shop
London
There's a branch of the Body Shop in every shopping area and tourist zone in London. Some are bigger than others, but all are filled with politically and environmentally friendly beauty, bath, and aromatherapy products. Prices are much lower in the U.K. than they are in the U.S. There's an entire children's line, a men's line, and lots of travel sizes and travel products.There's a branch of the Body Shop in every shopping
The Conran Shop
London
You'll find Sir Terence Conran's high style at reasonable prices at this outlet. The fashion press cites Conran as "the director" of British middle-class taste since the 1960s. This place is great for gifts, home furnishings, and tabletop ware -- or just for gawking.You'll find Sir Terence Conran's high style at reasonable prices
The Couverture Shop
London
This is an emporium of the unexpected, with original products for both adults and children as well as the home. It's strongest on what they call "bedroom must-haves," embracing bed linen, throws, cushions, and the like. Vintage finds along with designer pieces -- often handmade -- are also sold.This is an emporium of the unexpected, with original products
The Laden Showroom
London
Even celebrity shoppers such as Posh Beckham or Noel Gallagher show up here to check out the trendy clothing for both men and women, including jewelry, handbags, belts, and shoes -- all sold at moderate tariffs. What makes the place so special is that it is one of the best showcases in London for untried, independent designers who are struggling to make a name for themselves. You may walk out wearing something by the Vivienne Westwood or Alexander McQueen of tomorrow.Even celebrity shoppers such as Posh Beckham or Noel Gallagher
The Library
London
Despite its name, this is a showcase for some of the best young designers for men. It's cutting edge without dipping into the extremes of male fashion. The Library is famous for having introduced Helmut Lang to London and now features such designers as Fabrizio del Carlo and Kostas Murkudis.Despite its name, this is a showcase for some of
The Map House of London
London
An ideal place to find an offbeat souvenir. The Map House sells antique maps and engravings, plus a vast selection of old prints of London and England, both original and reproduction. The cost of a century-old original engraving begins at £24 ($48).An ideal place to find an offbeat souvenir. The Map
The Tea House
London
This shop sells everything associated with tea, tea drinking, and teatime. It boasts more than 70 quality teas and tisanes, including whole-fruit blends, the best tea of China (Gunpowder, and jasmine with flowers), India (Assam leaf, and choice Darjeeling), Japan (Genmaicha green), and Sri Lanka (pure Ceylon), plus such longtime-favorite English blended teas as Earl Grey. The shop also offers novelty teapots and mugs.This shop sells everything associated with tea, tea drinking, and
Thomas Goode
London
This is one of the most famous emporiums in Britain; it's worth visiting for its architectural interest and nostalgic allure alone. Originally built in 1876, Goode's has 14 rooms loaded with porcelain, gifts, candles, silver, tableware, and even a private museum. There's also a tearoom-cum-restaurant tucked into the corner.This is one of the most famous emporiums in Britain;
Thomas Pink
London
This Jermyn Street shirt-maker, named after an 18th-century Mayfair tailor, gave the world the phrase "in the pink." It has a prestigious reputation for well-made cotton shirts for both men and women. The shirts are created from the finest two-fold Egyptian and Sea Island pure-cotton poplin. Some patterns are classic, others new and unusual. All are generously cut with long tails and finished with a choice of double cuffs or single-button cuffs. A small pink square in the tail tells all.This Jermyn Street shirt-maker, named after an 18th-century Mayfair tailor,
Topshop
London
This is the largest fashion store in the world. It is similar to Miss Selfridge but with better design and quality, although Topshop remains quite affordable. Its versatile and ever-changing merchandise is aimed at younger shoppers, but that doesn't stop many women in their 30s and 40s from shopping here. The outlet was the first to release a range of designs from Kate Moss. The shop, though aimed mainly at women, also has a men's floor. Women's shoes, vintage clothing, and other designer labels are sold in the basement.This is the largest fashion store in the world. It
Turnbull & Asser
London
Over the years, everyone from David Bowie to Ronald Reagan has been seen in custom-made shirts from Turnbull & Asser. Excellent craftsmanship and simple lines -- plus bold colors -- distinguish these shirts. The outlet also sells shirts and blouses to women, a clientele that has ranged from Jacqueline Bisset to Candice Bergen. Note that T&A shirts come in only one sleeve length and are then altered to fit, a ritual that takes only a few days and costs £10 ($20). If you want custom shirts created from scratch, the made-to-measure service takes 10 to 12 weeks, and you must order at least a half-dozen. Of course, the monograms are included.Over the years, everyone from David Bowie to Ronald Reagan
Victoria and Albert Museum Gift Shop
London
This is the best museum shop in London -- indeed, one of the best in the world. It sells cards, a fabulous selection of art books, and the usual items, along with reproductions from the design museum archives.This is the best museum shop in London -- indeed,
Vivienne Westwood
London
No one in British fashion is hotter than the unstoppable Vivienne Westwood. While it's possible to purchase some Westwood pieces around the world, her U.K. shops are the best places to find her full range of designs. The flagship location (on Conduit St.) concentrates on her couture line, known as the Gold Label. One of the U.K.'s most watched designers, Westwood creates clothes that manage to be elegant, alluring, and stylish all at the same time. Many of the fabrics and accessories for her garments are made in Britain, and at least some of them are crafted and tailored there as well. Westwood's Anglomania line of clothing focuses on casual designs for youthful bodies, including T-shirts, jeans, and sportswear. The outlet also carries a line of clothing for men.No one in British fashion is hotter than the unstoppable
zavvi
London
The famous Virgin Megastore has re-created itself as zavvi, one of the U.K.'s largest independent retailers. It's like a giant musical grocery store -- even rock stars come here for the latest releases. Games, DVDs, and books are also sold, plus the staff is constantly expanding its range of Blu-Ray titles. T-shirts, posters, and iPods also tempt you.The famous Virgin Megastore has re-created itself as zavvi, one
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Peter Jones
London
Founded in 1877 and rebuilt in 1936, Peter Jones is known for household goods, household fabrics and trims, china, glass, upholstered furniture, and linens. The linen department is one of the best in London.Founded in 1877 and rebuilt in 1936, Peter Jones is
Pop Boutique
London
For the best in original streetwear from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, this clothing store is tops. Right next to the chic Covent Garden Hotel, it sells fabulous vintage wear at affordable prices: Leather jackets that would run in the hundreds in the vintage shops of downtown New York are affordable here.For the best in original streetwear from the 1950s, 1960s,
Reiss
London
In a city where men's clothing often sells at exorbitant prices, Reiss is a haven of reasonable sporty and casual wear. Take your pick from everything from pullovers to rugged cargo pants. Reis also stocks womenswear and has become quite a sophisticated and trendy label, with more than 15 stores in London.In a city where men's clothing often sells at exorbitant
Reject China Shop
London
Don't expect too many rejects or too many bargains, despite the name. This shop sells seconds (sometimes) along with first-quality pieces of china from such names as Royal Doulton, Spode, and Wedgwood. You can also find a variety of crystal, glassware, and flatware. If you'd like to have your purchases shipped home for you, the shop can do it for a fee.Don't expect too many rejects or too many bargains, despite
Rokit
London
there are three locations for this small chain, but the most central and better stocked is in Covent Garden. The media have weighed in, calling it everything from "painfully hip" to "automatically suspect with shoe prices that are criminal." The trick here is to browse at leisure looking for that steal in retro or vintage clothing. The stock is imported from a mother company in Canada. Fetishists of old uniforms will love it here.there are three locations for this small chain, but the
Sanford Brothers Ltd
London
In business since 1923, this family firm sells all styles of jewelry (Victorian through modern), silver, and a fine selection of clocks and watches.In business since 1923, this family firm sells all styles
Shelly's
London
Shelly's flagship on Oxford Circus is the largest shoe store in London, selling footwear to fashionable young things and style-conscious individuals at affordable prices.Shelly's flagship on Oxford Circus is the largest shoe store
Stanfords
London
Established in 1852, Stanfords is the world's largest map shop. Many maps, including worldwide touring and survey maps, are unavailable elsewhere. It's also London's best travel bookstore (with a complete selection of Frommer's guides!).Established in 1852, Stanfords is the world's largest map shop.
Steinberg & Tolkien
London
London's leading dealer in vintage costume jewelry and clothing also offers some used designer clothing that's not old enough to be vintage but is prime for collectors; other pieces are merely secondhand designer thrills.London's leading dealer in vintage costume jewelry and clothing also
Summerill & Bishop
London
Some of London's most sophisticated kitchenware is sold here -- items that may not be available in your hometown store. The range is from Edward S. Wohl's charming bird's-eye maple breadboards to John Julian Sainsbury's black granite mortar with a stainless-steel-handled pestle. Some of the top designers in Britain created the unusual wares at this outlet.Some of London's most sophisticated kitchenware is sold here --
The Body Shop
London
There's a branch of the Body Shop in every shopping area and tourist zone in London. Some are bigger than others, but all are filled with politically and environmentally friendly beauty, bath, and aromatherapy products. Prices are much lower in the U.K. than they are in the U.S. There's an entire children's line, a men's line, and lots of travel sizes and travel products.There's a branch of the Body Shop in every shopping
The Conran Shop
London
You'll find Sir Terence Conran's high style at reasonable prices at this outlet. The fashion press cites Conran as "the director" of British middle-class taste since the 1960s. This place is great for gifts, home furnishings, and tabletop ware -- or just for gawking.You'll find Sir Terence Conran's high style at reasonable prices
The Couverture Shop
London
This is an emporium of the unexpected, with original products for both adults and children as well as the home. It's strongest on what they call "bedroom must-haves," embracing bed linen, throws, cushions, and the like. Vintage finds along with designer pieces -- often handmade -- are also sold.This is an emporium of the unexpected, with original products
The Laden Showroom
London
Even celebrity shoppers such as Posh Beckham or Noel Gallagher show up here to check out the trendy clothing for both men and women, including jewelry, handbags, belts, and shoes -- all sold at moderate tariffs. What makes the place so special is that it is one of the best showcases in London for untried, independent designers who are struggling to make a name for themselves. You may walk out wearing something by the Vivienne Westwood or Alexander McQueen of tomorrow.Even celebrity shoppers such as Posh Beckham or Noel Gallagher
The Library
London
Despite its name, this is a showcase for some of the best young designers for men. It's cutting edge without dipping into the extremes of male fashion. The Library is famous for having introduced Helmut Lang to London and now features such designers as Fabrizio del Carlo and Kostas Murkudis.Despite its name, this is a showcase for some of
The Map House of London
London
An ideal place to find an offbeat souvenir. The Map House sells antique maps and engravings, plus a vast selection of old prints of London and England, both original and reproduction. The cost of a century-old original engraving begins at £24 ($48).An ideal place to find an offbeat souvenir. The Map
The Tea House
London
This shop sells everything associated with tea, tea drinking, and teatime. It boasts more than 70 quality teas and tisanes, including whole-fruit blends, the best tea of China (Gunpowder, and jasmine with flowers), India (Assam leaf, and choice Darjeeling), Japan (Genmaicha green), and Sri Lanka (pure Ceylon), plus such longtime-favorite English blended teas as Earl Grey. The shop also offers novelty teapots and mugs.This shop sells everything associated with tea, tea drinking, and
Thomas Goode
London
This is one of the most famous emporiums in Britain; it's worth visiting for its architectural interest and nostalgic allure alone. Originally built in 1876, Goode's has 14 rooms loaded with porcelain, gifts, candles, silver, tableware, and even a private museum. There's also a tearoom-cum-restaurant tucked into the corner.This is one of the most famous emporiums in Britain;
Thomas Pink
London
This Jermyn Street shirt-maker, named after an 18th-century Mayfair tailor, gave the world the phrase "in the pink." It has a prestigious reputation for well-made cotton shirts for both men and women. The shirts are created from the finest two-fold Egyptian and Sea Island pure-cotton poplin. Some patterns are classic, others new and unusual. All are generously cut with long tails and finished with a choice of double cuffs or single-button cuffs. A small pink square in the tail tells all.This Jermyn Street shirt-maker, named after an 18th-century Mayfair tailor,
Topshop
London
This is the largest fashion store in the world. It is similar to Miss Selfridge but with better design and quality, although Topshop remains quite affordable. Its versatile and ever-changing merchandise is aimed at younger shoppers, but that doesn't stop many women in their 30s and 40s from shopping here. The outlet was the first to release a range of designs from Kate Moss. The shop, though aimed mainly at women, also has a men's floor. Women's shoes, vintage clothing, and other designer labels are sold in the basement.This is the largest fashion store in the world. It
Turnbull & Asser
London
Over the years, everyone from David Bowie to Ronald Reagan has been seen in custom-made shirts from Turnbull & Asser. Excellent craftsmanship and simple lines -- plus bold colors -- distinguish these shirts. The outlet also sells shirts and blouses to women, a clientele that has ranged from Jacqueline Bisset to Candice Bergen. Note that T&A shirts come in only one sleeve length and are then altered to fit, a ritual that takes only a few days and costs £10 ($20). If you want custom shirts created from scratch, the made-to-measure service takes 10 to 12 weeks, and you must order at least a half-dozen. Of course, the monograms are included.Over the years, everyone from David Bowie to Ronald Reagan
Victoria and Albert Museum Gift Shop
London
This is the best museum shop in London -- indeed, one of the best in the world. It sells cards, a fabulous selection of art books, and the usual items, along with reproductions from the design museum archives.This is the best museum shop in London -- indeed,
Vivienne Westwood
London
No one in British fashion is hotter than the unstoppable Vivienne Westwood. While it's possible to purchase some Westwood pieces around the world, her U.K. shops are the best places to find her full range of designs. The flagship location (on Conduit St.) concentrates on her couture line, known as the Gold Label. One of the U.K.'s most watched designers, Westwood creates clothes that manage to be elegant, alluring, and stylish all at the same time. Many of the fabrics and accessories for her garments are made in Britain, and at least some of them are crafted and tailored there as well. Westwood's Anglomania line of clothing focuses on casual designs for youthful bodies, including T-shirts, jeans, and sportswear. The outlet also carries a line of clothing for men.No one in British fashion is hotter than the unstoppable
zavvi
London
The famous Virgin Megastore has re-created itself as zavvi, one of the U.K.'s largest independent retailers. It's like a giant musical grocery store -- even rock stars come here for the latest releases. Games, DVDs, and books are also sold, plus the staff is constantly expanding its range of Blu-Ray titles. T-shirts, posters, and iPods also tempt you.The famous Virgin Megastore has re-created itself as zavvi, one
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