Latest reviews for Shops & Amenities in London, United Kingdom

Hunky Dory Vintage - Hunky dory vintage by retro1

retro1 — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:50:25 +0000

Review by retro1

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 7729 7387

Website: www.myspace.com/welovevintageclothing

A great vintage clothing shop in brick lane,a nice selection for men and women, reasonable prices saves you trawling through racks of stuff to find what you are looking for, great music playing on an old jukebox, friendly staff,they tell me they are opening the basement soon with more vintage clothing, can't wait.A great vintage clothing shop in brick lane,a nice selection for men and women, reasonable prices saves you trawling through racks of stuff to find what you are looking for, great music playing on an old jukebox, friendly staff,they tell me they are opening the basement soon with more vintage clothing, can't wait.

Columbia Road Flower Market - Best flower market ever by topruss

topruss — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 15:14:46 +0000

Review by topruss

Rating: 5.00

Tags: cheap, rare finds, crowded

get here early sunday as get really busy and also serve pints from 8am so great if not slept since saturdayget here early sunday as get really busy and also serve pints from 8am so great if not slept since saturday

OnlyRoses - The best roses ever! by Angie4114

Angie4114 — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 18:58:04 +0000

Review by Angie4114

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 02073739595

Website: www.only-roses.com

What a amazing shop! The best roses I ever seen! These roses are not just beautiful (full of colours, long stems, etc)....they're high quality too....last ones I bought lasted more than a week in my flat....! I definitely recommend this place!What a amazing shop! The best roses I ever seen! These roses are not just beautiful (full of colours, long stems, etc)....they're high quality too....last ones I bought lasted more than a week in my flat....! I definitely recommend this place!

Daunt Books - One of London's Finest Bookstores by Litro_K

Litro_K — Mon, 19 May 2008 15:58:16 +0000

Review by Litro_K

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 0207 224 2295

Website: http://www.dauntbooks.co.uk

Tags: books, travel books

This is such a beautiful, one-of-a-kind bookshop. Every time I step inside, I feel myself relax immediately - it's a world away from the hustle and bustle of Marylebone High Street and W1 in general.

The building is quirky yet pleasingly old-fashioned, an Edwardian building with 'long oak galleries and graceful skylights'. The upper floor is filled with natural light from said skylights, the basement cosy and comfortable enough to spend hours browsing and reading in.

The layout of the books is another great feature - mostly travel books and guides, laid out by country/ continent, with fiction and non-fiction relevant to the place all mixed in. It makes for an interesting way to pick your travel/ holiday reading: why buy just a guidebook when you can read some indigenous literature, poetry, or criticism?

The store holds regular readings and literary events and is a great place to spend a rainy (or sunny!) weekend afternoon. Try it once, and you won't go back to WHSmith, I can tell you.This is such a beautiful, one-of-a-kind bookshop. Every time I step inside, I feel myself relax immediately - it's a world away from the hustle and bustle of Marylebone High Street and W1 in general.

The building is quirky yet pleasingly old-fashioned, an Edwardian building with 'long oak galleries and graceful skylights'. The upper floor is filled with natural light from said skylights, the basement cosy and comfortable enough to spend hours browsing and reading in.

The layout of the books is another great feature - mostly travel books and guides, laid out by country/ continent, with fiction and non-fiction relevant to the place all mixed in. It makes for an interesting way to pick your travel/ holiday reading: why buy just a guidebook when you can read some indigenous literature, poetry, or criticism?

The store holds regular readings and literary events and is a great place to spend a rainy (or sunny!) weekend afternoon. Try it once, and you won't go back to WHSmith, I can tell you.

Beyond Retro - Fun vintage shopping by Sami

Sami — Sat, 17 May 2008 19:19:37 +0000

Review by Sami

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7613 3636

Website: http://www.beyondretro.com/

Tags: second hand, rare finds, vintage clothing

As Miffy said, Beyond Retro can be a bit hard to find but it's worth a look if you're searching for vintage fashion.

They've got a fantastic array of vintage shoes, all arranged by colour - however, it can be difficult to find a pair of shoes that are both in good condition and in your size; the most of the shoes available are size 4 which can be really frustrating if you have bigger feet!

On week-ends they have a dj playing which is a fun addition, and it can get pretty busy, with girls diving in and out of the clothing racks in search of good finds.

Unfortunately I can't remember where it is, but if you ask while you're in the shop, they have another store in the Shoreditch area which acts as their boutique where they sell their better-quality finds but the prices can be a bit much for what you're buying.As Miffy said, Beyond Retro can be a bit hard to find but it's worth a look if you're searching for vintage fashion.

They've got a fantastic array of vintage shoes, all arranged by colour - however, it can be difficult to find a pair of shoes that are both in good condition and in your size; the most of the shoes available are size 4 which can be really frustrating if you have bigger feet!

On week-ends they have a dj playing which is a fun addition, and it can get pretty busy, with girls diving in and out of the clothing racks in search of good finds.

Unfortunately I can't remember where it is, but if you ask while you're in the shop, they have another store in the Shoreditch area which acts as their boutique where they sell their better-quality finds but the prices can be a bit much for what you're buying.

Swaine Adeney Brigg - Iconic Umbrella? (or an Indiana Jones Hat) by Hugo

Hugo — Sat, 17 May 2008 19:14:24 +0000

Review by Hugo

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 0207 4097277

Website: http://www.swaineadeney.co.uk/

Tags: traditional, iconic, british

Ok, so this is a little over the top but I did hear on the grapevine that this was the ideal place from which to purchase the ultimate Umbrella. I have to say I have not been disappointed by my Swaine Adeney Brigg umbrella(s) and would highly recommend them.

I have been wanting to add this shop to TP for a while and was just browsing their website wondering what else to say about them. I'm delighted to say that a few notable bits of trivia leapt out. Firstly, I am pleased to say that The Brigg Umbrella has been selected by ICONS., a portrait of England, as an official British Icon. Apprently, this was the make of umbrella used by the memorable character Steed in the Avengers. Well, there you go. Certainly, it makes it hard to buy an umbrella anywhere else doesn't it? ahem. ;-)

Then I happened to notice that Swaine Adeney Brigg were the official makers of the original Indy hat (a special tweak on the 1890's original called The Poet apparently). There is a good page on their website describing the moment Stephen Speilberg pottered into the shop to talk about buying a hat for a new film he was making.

A classic British shop and an institution. Worth a potter about, even if you are not interested in purchasing anything. Save up, things you purchase here are for life (he said with his fingers crossed).Ok, so this is a little over the top but I did hear on the grapevine that this was the ideal place from which to purchase the ultimate Umbrella. I have to say I have not been disappointed by my Swaine Adeney Brigg umbrella(s) and would highly recommend them.

I have been wanting to add this shop to TP for a while and was just browsing their website wondering what else to say about them. I'm delighted to say that a few notable bits of trivia leapt out. Firstly, I am pleased to say that The Brigg Umbrella has been selected by ICONS., a portrait of England, as an official British Icon. Apprently, this was the make of umbrella used by the memorable character Steed in the Avengers. Well, there you go. Certainly, it makes it hard to buy an umbrella anywhere else doesn't it? ahem. ;-)

Then I happened to notice that Swaine Adeney Brigg were the official makers of the original Indy hat (a special tweak on the 1890's original called The Poet apparently). There is a good page on their website describing the moment Stephen Speilberg pottered into the shop to talk about buying a hat for a new film he was making.

A classic British shop and an institution. Worth a potter about, even if you are not interested in purchasing anything. Save up, things you purchase here are for life (he said with his fingers crossed).

Centre Court Shopping Centre - In the heart of Wimbledon by francesca_marie

francesca_marie — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:37:52 +0000

Review by francesca_marie

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8944 8323

Website: http://www.centrecourtshopping.co.uk/

Tags: lively, business, good value

Centre Court has a wide range of different shops, from clothes to food.
Located in the middle of Wimbledon town centre it is a well known building.
The opening times are as follows...

Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 7pm daily (8pm on Thursday)
Sunday 11am-5.00pm.
Centre Court has a wide range of different shops, from clothes to food.
Located in the middle of Wimbledon town centre it is a well known building.
The opening times are as follows...

Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 7pm daily (8pm on Thursday)
Sunday 11am-5.00pm.

ChiChiRaRa - Friendly And Welcoming by londonpup

londonpup — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:07:14 +0000

Review by londonpup

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8693 1236

Tags: helpful staff, vintage clothing, second hand

My owner loves this shop and always says hi to Heather, the owner, when we walk past. Last weekend we stopped by on our way down to have tea with a friend and she gave me so many compliments I was blushing under my whiskers!

It's nice when a shopkeeper doesn't turn you away, and as soon as she starts stocking vintage doggy duffle coats I'll be straight back there.My owner loves this shop and always says hi to Heather, the owner, when we walk past. Last weekend we stopped by on our way down to have tea with a friend and she gave me so many compliments I was blushing under my whiskers!

It's nice when a shopkeeper doesn't turn you away, and as soon as she starts stocking vintage doggy duffle coats I'll be straight back there.

Nomad Books - Fabulous bookstore by Izabel_blue

Izabel_blue — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 19:24:36 +0000

Review by Izabel_blue

Rating: 5.00

Tags: cultured, good brew, quiet & relaxed

Fantastic local bookstore with heart and soul. Great book recommendations plus a real 'browsable' atmosphere and a sweet coffee shop for curling up with your read of choice. The coffee's served in Penguin Classics mugs! Fantastic local bookstore with heart and soul. Great book recommendations plus a real 'browsable' atmosphere and a sweet coffee shop for curling up with your read of choice. The coffee's served in Penguin Classics mugs!

French Sole - pirouette attraction by mazphd

mazphd — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 13:27:50 +0000

Review by mazphd

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 7730 3771

Website: http://www.frenchsole.com

Tags: rare finds, exclusive boutique, helpful staff

Take a walk, or faire une promenade as the French say, across Sloane Square and a little further on past Chelsea's in your face fashion capital and then a right into Ellis Street you will come across French Sole.

5 stars! why such high acclaim for what basically is 'just' a shoe shop? well this is not any old shoe shop. French sole sell only ballet pumps, in as many imaginative variations, colours and styles as can fit into the tiny shop.

Being a customer here is actually an experience in itself. Hosted by the young tweeny Chelsea set the assistants are always polite, smiling and attired in their own French sole'd footware to admire and to covet.

This is exclusive decadent and boutique footware that has been seen 'out and about' on the pages of vogue and associated with all manner of celebrity from the royals, models and has escaped the riff n raff of Z-list BB reject status. Unless you count Amy Winehouse in those stakes...

Sole's are a tad pricey. Be prepared to pay a minimum of Â£55 for per pair of ballet pumps. Having said that I am prepared to fork out this costly sum as 1. the designs are devine, 2. all are fabulously comfortable and 3. i wear these little delights until they rip apart and completely wear out.

The shop itself is stacked floor to ceiling with shoe boxes. It's also fun watching the Chelsea tweenies run down and then up again the stairs in search of your perfect right size and colour. Slightly antiquainted, but 'quaint' is the payment procedure when the receipt is written out by hand. Cute.

Be prepared to be seduced by more than one pair. It's happened to me, but i've always loved the experience of shopping here and skipping away with my prize purchases. If you can, stay away from a saturday afternoon when the shop is too full to be fun.

Much better to pick a rainy afternoon to pirouette round the shop by yourself. Take a walk, or faire une promenade as the French say, across Sloane Square and a little further on past Chelsea's in your face fashion capital and then a right into Ellis Street you will come across French Sole.

5 stars! why such high acclaim for what basically is 'just' a shoe shop? well this is not any old shoe shop. French sole sell only ballet pumps, in as many imaginative variations, colours and styles as can fit into the tiny shop.

Being a customer here is actually an experience in itself. Hosted by the young tweeny Chelsea set the assistants are always polite, smiling and attired in their own French sole'd footware to admire and to covet.

This is exclusive decadent and boutique footware that has been seen 'out and about' on the pages of vogue and associated with all manner of celebrity from the royals, models and has escaped the riff n raff of Z-list BB reject status. Unless you count Amy Winehouse in those stakes...

Sole's are a tad pricey. Be prepared to pay a minimum of Â£55 for per pair of ballet pumps. Having said that I am prepared to fork out this costly sum as 1. the designs are devine, 2. all are fabulously comfortable and 3. i wear these little delights until they rip apart and completely wear out.

The shop itself is stacked floor to ceiling with shoe boxes. It's also fun watching the Chelsea tweenies run down and then up again the stairs in search of your perfect right size and colour. Slightly antiquainted, but 'quaint' is the payment procedure when the receipt is written out by hand. Cute.

Be prepared to be seduced by more than one pair. It's happened to me, but i've always loved the experience of shopping here and skipping away with my prize purchases. If you can, stay away from a saturday afternoon when the shop is too full to be fun.

Much better to pick a rainy afternoon to pirouette round the shop by yourself.

Turnbull & Asser - My favourite shirt shop by Hugo

Hugo — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 19:15:13 +0000

Review by Hugo

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 0207 808 3000

Website: http://www.turnbullandasser.com/

Tags: traditional, classic, vintage clothing

This shop is genius. I defy you to potter in here and browse shirts and not feel the itch to buy one (and I am not keen on shopping). I strayed in there roughly 7 years ago and then I got addicted. They are admittedly expensive but I like the cut, quality and dare I say it, the history. Turnbull & Asser is a gentleman's classic. Of course I am in no way influenced by the fact that it was the favourite shirtmaker of Sir Winston Churchill, 007 and The Prince of Wales.

The shop is worth a look around as they don't make them like this anymore. This shop is genius. I defy you to potter in here and browse shirts and not feel the itch to buy one (and I am not keen on shopping). I strayed in there roughly 7 years ago and then I got addicted. They are admittedly expensive but I like the cut, quality and dare I say it, the history. Turnbull & Asser is a gentleman's classic. Of course I am in no way influenced by the fact that it was the favourite shirtmaker of Sir Winston Churchill, 007 and The Prince of Wales.

The shop is worth a look around as they don't make them like this anymore.

Andy's Guitar Workshop - Untrustworthy by Cognan

Cognan — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 10:21:08 +0000

Review by Cognan

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 7916 5080

I was disgusted by the service I received at this shop. The story is too involved to recite here with such little space but I was lied to and abused by a member of staff here and the manager couldn't have cared less when I appealed to him to sort my problem out. Neither was he concerned when I could prove his member of staff had lied to both me and him and that he tried to cheat me out of my guitar worth Â£1500! The proof was unequivocal too as they were date stamped e-mails proving the timing of events and what was said.

Eventually I recovered this valuable guitar but the shop kept 2 guitar cases saying they were lost and never compensated me. Through this process I also learnt that they massively inflate their prices waiting for people with more money than sense, rather than giving fair prices. Avoid.I was disgusted by the service I received at this shop. The story is too involved to recite here with such little space but I was lied to and abused by a member of staff here and the manager couldn't have cared less when I appealed to him to sort my problem out. Neither was he concerned when I could prove his member of staff had lied to both me and him and that he tried to cheat me out of my guitar worth Â£1500! The proof was unequivocal too as they were date stamped e-mails proving the timing of events and what was said.

Eventually I recovered this valuable guitar but the shop kept 2 guitar cases saying they were lost and never compensated me. Through this process I also learnt that they massively inflate their prices waiting for people with more money than sense, rather than giving fair prices. Avoid.

Portobello Road Market - The Best Market in London by miffy

miffy — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 18:56:26 +0000

Review by miffy

Rating: 5.00

Website: http://www.portobelloroad.co.uk/

Tags: bargain, second hand, rare finds

Portobello is not the cheapest or biggest market in london, but the Ladbroke Grove end is, in my opinion, the best. Vintage clothes are a plenty and not really cheap/ not very good quality that you often find in street markets, there are established dealers who sell a variety of quite normal things like sweatshirts and dresses as well as ball gowns and space suit style jump suits and military uniform. The bag and boot stall is a high light, though again, not cheap, all the boots and bags are very good quality leather of all shapes an sizes and some of the bags are genuine vintage designers. As well as clothes there is antique ewellery and records as well as a variety of world food from Brazilian to Malaysian at reasonable prices. Its a lively place as you walk down you hear and see everything from punk baby clothes, 50s childrens songs, drum and bass to Â£200 fur coats, mozart and mulled wine.Portobello is not the cheapest or biggest market in london, but the Ladbroke Grove end is, in my opinion, the best. Vintage clothes are a plenty and not really cheap/ not very good quality that you often find in street markets, there are established dealers who sell a variety of quite normal things like sweatshirts and dresses as well as ball gowns and space suit style jump suits and military uniform. The bag and boot stall is a high light, though again, not cheap, all the boots and bags are very good quality leather of all shapes an sizes and some of the bags are genuine vintage designers. As well as clothes there is antique ewellery and records as well as a variety of world food from Brazilian to Malaysian at reasonable prices. Its a lively place as you walk down you hear and see everything from punk baby clothes, 50s childrens songs, drum and bass to Â£200 fur coats, mozart and mulled wine.

Forbidden Planet - Cool shop! by greedoe

greedoe — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 17:27:20 +0000

Review by greedoe

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7420 3666

Website: http://www.forbiddenplanet.com

Tags: cult, tv film geeks comics events signings drwho toys dvds tshirts boo, comics

The comic area in the basement is unrivalled and it's always a pleasure to spend a lunch time checking out the new releases and specials. The main floor has all the action figures and tv/movie tie in stuff including life-like busts etc.

I tend to buy my graphic novels online now due to savings etc, but to find out what's come out I look no further than "the Planet"The comic area in the basement is unrivalled and it's always a pleasure to spend a lunch time checking out the new releases and specials. The main floor has all the action figures and tv/movie tie in stuff including life-like busts etc.

I tend to buy my graphic novels online now due to savings etc, but to find out what's come out I look no further than "the Planet"

Primark - Fab-just don't think about the kids in the factory by mizzallure

mizzallure — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 16:01:56 +0000

Review by mizzallure

Rating: 3.00

Website: www.primark.co.uk

I went to Primark, old-school style. This means I visited the Kilburn location, which has been around waaaaaaaay before the 'flagship' store on Oxford St.

Due to a guilty conscious from thinking about the poor kids making 10 pence a day in the factories so that we can buy our disposable clothing, I try not shop at Primark much. But hey, I am only human and Primark has some of the best deals around! And, unbelievably,upon checking out, I realized that I had magically saved an additional 12 pounds on merchandise which was already practically free, due to a mysterious 'sale'.

Besides the downside of contributing to exploiting cheap labour in developing countries, Primark is always SOOOO BUSY! Endless queues and being jammed by elbows are the norm of this place. Luckily for me it was Mother's day when I went, and it seems like Primark is not the place where where people splash out for dear ol' mum.

If you go, I recommend to stay away from buying clothing as one pull on a loose thread can leave you naked in moments. (Unless, that is the look you are going for).I went to Primark, old-school style. This means I visited the Kilburn location, which has been around waaaaaaaay before the 'flagship' store on Oxford St.

Due to a guilty conscious from thinking about the poor kids making 10 pence a day in the factories so that we can buy our disposable clothing, I try not shop at Primark much. But hey, I am only human and Primark has some of the best deals around! And, unbelievably,upon checking out, I realized that I had magically saved an additional 12 pounds on merchandise which was already practically free, due to a mysterious 'sale'.

Besides the downside of contributing to exploiting cheap labour in developing countries, Primark is always SOOOO BUSY! Endless queues and being jammed by elbows are the norm of this place. Luckily for me it was Mother's day when I went, and it seems like Primark is not the place where where people splash out for dear ol' mum.

If you go, I recommend to stay away from buying clothing as one pull on a loose thread can leave you naked in moments. (Unless, that is the look you are going for).

Shepherds - Handmade stationery & book binding - presents? by Hugo

Hugo — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 20:13:14 +0000

Review by Hugo

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7620 0060

Website: http://www.bookbinding.co.uk/Shepherds.htm

Tags: unique, presents, quality

An unusual and charismatic shop that is a pleasure to potter about. Mainly known for its book binding it also has an intriguing collection of hand-made stationery including, folders, albums, diaries, guest books, journals and writing paper. They also seem to import their own classic beautiful Japanese paper and then use it in their products.

They also do picture framing, which was the first reason why I went in but will be remembering it for Christmas, special occasions and personal treats.

The shop itself is a little wonderland and you can tell that they are passionate about what they do.

The bookbinding is not something I know anything about but they have an air of eminence about their activities. The website expains..."Shepherds is home to two of London's oldest and most prestigious bookbinding companies, Zaehnsdorf (est.1842) and Sangorski & Sutcliffe (est.1901). The binderies were taken over by Shepherds in 1998 and the bindery now trades under the single name of Sangorski & Sutcliffe.
These two old London binderies are widely acknowledged as two of the most important hand-bookbinding companies of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries."....blimey. When I need a book binding I will know where to turn and I feel this is an important local shop to support and in any case the things they have to offer ooze a classic handmade superiority that should come in handy for present buying...An unusual and charismatic shop that is a pleasure to potter about. Mainly known for its book binding it also has an intriguing collection of hand-made stationery including, folders, albums, diaries, guest books, journals and writing paper. They also seem to import their own classic beautiful Japanese paper and then use it in their products.

They also do picture framing, which was the first reason why I went in but will be remembering it for Christmas, special occasions and personal treats.

The shop itself is a little wonderland and you can tell that they are passionate about what they do.

The bookbinding is not something I know anything about but they have an air of eminence about their activities. The website expains..."Shepherds is home to two of London's oldest and most prestigious bookbinding companies, Zaehnsdorf (est.1842) and Sangorski & Sutcliffe (est.1901). The binderies were taken over by Shepherds in 1998 and the bindery now trades under the single name of Sangorski & Sutcliffe.
These two old London binderies are widely acknowledged as two of the most important hand-bookbinding companies of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries."....blimey. When I need a book binding I will know where to turn and I feel this is an important local shop to support and in any case the things they have to offer ooze a classic handmade superiority that should come in handy for present buying...

Apple Store - Apple Over rated by ONscotland

ONscotland — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 21:01:56 +0000

Review by ONscotland

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7153 9000

Website: http://www.apple.com/uk/retail/regentstreet/

Tags: fun, technology, free wifi

I am a Mac user.
I have an iMac, and an iPod Nano. And an iPod Touch. Although that's just borrowed.
Apple make stuff that looks great, and works out of the box. It's a good thing.
But what happens when it doesn't work out of the box?
That's when you discover just how unfriendly the world of Apple can be.
I had always thought that it was a bit of a myth that Apple has this legion of zealot fans, who are convinced that nothing Apple do can be wrong. And then I tried posting on some forums, about some problems I was experiencing with an iPod Touch. Ouch! A level of sarcasm and blind devotion that I've never experienced before. I won't post the comments here, but suffice to say, the iPod refusing to sync was my fault.
The Apple Store staff were just as bad, I think they have been indoctrinated that Apple=Good Windows=Bad, which may explain why I was treated like an idiot.
Apple products are good, they look stunning, and when they work, using them is a joy. But I have yet to find a genius at the Genius Bar.

I am a Mac user.
I have an iMac, and an iPod Nano. And an iPod Touch. Although that's just borrowed.
Apple make stuff that looks great, and works out of the box. It's a good thing.
But what happens when it doesn't work out of the box?
That's when you discover just how unfriendly the world of Apple can be.
I had always thought that it was a bit of a myth that Apple has this legion of zealot fans, who are convinced that nothing Apple do can be wrong. And then I tried posting on some forums, about some problems I was experiencing with an iPod Touch. Ouch! A level of sarcasm and blind devotion that I've never experienced before. I won't post the comments here, but suffice to say, the iPod refusing to sync was my fault.
The Apple Store staff were just as bad, I think they have been indoctrinated that Apple=Good Windows=Bad, which may explain why I was treated like an idiot.
Apple products are good, they look stunning, and when they work, using them is a joy. But I have yet to find a genius at the Genius Bar.

The British Boot Company - Best of British by david_2001

david_2001 — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 09:00:05 +0000

Review by david_2001

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 7485 8505

Website: www.britboot.co.uk

Tags: helpful staff, brand bargains, exclusive boutique

What a fantastic shop with a proud and continuing history, starting with the manufacture of hob nail boots in 1851 to being the 1st retailer of Dr. Martens in 1958.

All the great British brands are here and directly link with the 'Best of British' pop culture from the 60's right up until present day.

Ian Dury, SLF, Sex Pistols, Buzzcocks, Uk Subs have all shopped here.

On top of that it is still owned and run as a family business currently headed up by Nick who is an absolute Guru on the British shoe industry and on Dr. Martens in particular (they even call him up to check pattern codes for previous designs).

Everything about this shop shouts British and proud of it.

My next purchase here will be a pair of Blue Suede, George Cox Brothel Creepers, limited edition, of course.

60-70% of the sales are International purchased from the very informative and user friendly website with many clients scheduling a visit when they are in London.

Check out the website for a tour of recent British historical fact, an institution for the Rock generation.What a fantastic shop with a proud and continuing history, starting with the manufacture of hob nail boots in 1851 to being the 1st retailer of Dr. Martens in 1958.

All the great British brands are here and directly link with the 'Best of British' pop culture from the 60's right up until present day.

Ian Dury, SLF, Sex Pistols, Buzzcocks, Uk Subs have all shopped here.

On top of that it is still owned and run as a family business currently headed up by Nick who is an absolute Guru on the British shoe industry and on Dr. Martens in particular (they even call him up to check pattern codes for previous designs).

Everything about this shop shouts British and proud of it.

My next purchase here will be a pair of Blue Suede, George Cox Brothel Creepers, limited edition, of course.

60-70% of the sales are International purchased from the very informative and user friendly website with many clients scheduling a visit when they are in London.

Check out the website for a tour of recent British historical fact, an institution for the Rock generation.

The Gallery - bass heaven by thegallery

thegallery — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 18:02:40 +0000

Review by thegallery

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 0207 2675458

Website: www.thebassgallery.com

the only place to buy all you bass related goodsthe only place to buy all you bass related goods

Sh! - This place is The Sh... by Litro_K

Litro_K — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 15:40:02 +0000

Review by Litro_K

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 7613 5458

Website: http://www.sh-womenstore.com/

Tags: helpful staff

A truly classy establishment for all things bedroom-related. Not a seedy Soho joint full of dodgy mac-wearers, or one of those hideously expensive sex shops dressed up as a luxury lingerie boutique, but a genuine, friendly, light and airy, no-holds-barred place that celebrates the fun and the lightheartedness that is central to having a good old nosey in this arena. It's a real breath of fresh air.

The only thing that may put off some men is that you have to be with a female to gain entry. But personally, I think this is a great thing- it means that the shop is a comfortable, female-friendly place to explore in, not a huge porn emporium for the more lecherous...erm..gentleman to linger in.

And they have a great website...to keep both sexes happy.

A truly classy establishment for all things bedroom-related. Not a seedy Soho joint full of dodgy mac-wearers, or one of those hideously expensive sex shops dressed up as a luxury lingerie boutique, but a genuine, friendly, light and airy, no-holds-barred place that celebrates the fun and the lightheartedness that is central to having a good old nosey in this arena. It's a real breath of fresh air.

The only thing that may put off some men is that you have to be with a female to gain entry. But personally, I think this is a great thing- it means that the shop is a comfortable, female-friendly place to explore in, not a huge porn emporium for the more lecherous...erm..gentleman to linger in.

And they have a great website...to keep both sexes happy.