London shopping

[YoninahAliza]

Don't you think its a bit cringeworthy for the Queen that everyone knows who makes her lingerie? I tend to think its a personal thing, not something I would want to be known with the general public. Although, I suppose it is quiet wonderful for Rigby & Peller, I bet they get some business from this.

 

[Vanilla_Lush]

this isn't a shopping question but does anyone know of a good reasonably priced manicurist in wimbledon - earls court area??

 

[D A N A]

Don't you think its a bit cringeworthy for the Queen that everyone knows who makes her lingerie? I tend to think its a personal thing, not something I would want to be known with the general public. Although, I suppose it is quiet wonderful for Rigby & Peller, I bet they get some business from this.

I agree with you...
I just wanted to put out there that M&S are horrible bra fitters!!

 

[Boots & Perfume]

Don't you think its a bit cringeworthy for the Queen that everyone knows who makes her lingerie? I tend to think its a personal thing, not something I would want to be known with the general public. Although, I suppose it is quiet wonderful for Rigby & Peller, I bet they get some business from this.

Haha, this never occurred to me, but you're right! Though I think it's just standard to be honest - every business that supplies to the Queen or certain other members of the royal family receives a 'by royal appointment' status (from tea to soap).

 

[Katie123]

east london any place for designer clothing? i am thinking around brick lane/shoreditch

definitely START in rivington street (shoreditch)...they've got three different shops in the street, men's, women's and something else?

hoxton boutique just on the corner of old street and hoxton street also sells designers, but it's not as good as START. their selection is amazing.

i suggest walking around the little streets of hoxton, i'm sure there's more little shops in there

 

[Katie123]

COS is amazing, but it's one of those shops that you either love it and get it... or it's just not for you. Very minimal, very relaxed fit on things, but it's amazing design for the money. Really great prices.

i love COS so much, i almost avoid it because i know i'll have to buy something everytime i'm there. as much as they do a lot of blacks, whites and greys the simplicity of their designs is amazing and you can't find anything like it on the high street!

 

[jenn_xoxo]

2nd hand shops in london?

does anyone know where i can bring 2nd hand clothes to sell in london?
thanks!

 

[delerith]

Yay! Will go to Portobello road market tomorrow! Anyone?

 

[delerith]

Where can I buy Industry magaine in London?

 

[The Licentiate]

Where can I buy Industry magaine in London?

Try Claire de Rouen on the Charing Cross road - it's a bookshop but usually stocks hard-to-get fashion magazines

 

[The Licentiate]

Incidentally, I'l be going to London for a few days in September and will hopefully catch some of LFW. I know my way around pretty well but I want to deviate a little from the usual shopping routine (Topshop Oxford Circus, Brick Lane, Selfridges, Portobello Road etc). I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for offbeat or off the beaten track places to shop on my trip? Or if ther were any events revolving around Fashion Week that I missed, because it seems like there art an awful lot of fashion-oriented exhibitions going on in galleries and museums around the capital. Any suggestions greatly appreciated!

 

[delerith]

Try Claire de Rouen on the Charing Cross road - it's a bookshop but usually stocks hard-to-get fashion magazines

Sadly I'm already home in Russia with no Love or Industrie magazine bought. I was at RD Frank's but they also didn't have them.

and as for shopping places...
I don't know for sure if it's off the beaten places to shop but I liked A142 right outside Old Spitalfields market, may be because I've bought great discounted pair of jeans for 20 pounds there.

 

[delerith]

I left London but I can't leave this thread I guess until I will go there again, so, hope this info will help some of you to find great pieces on salesB).
I've got it from Daily Candy:

[FONT=Georgia, Times New Roman, serif][SIZE=-1]What: The Secret Sample Sale & The London Accessory Sale
Why: Jimmy Choo pony fur bag, £499 (reg. £1,290); Vivienne Westwood scarf, £29 (reg. £89); and up to 90 per cent off designers including Sophia Kokosalaki, Moncler and more.
When: 2-5 Sept. Thurs., noon-9 p.m.; Fri., noon-8 p.m.; Sat., noon-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: T2, The Old Truman Brewery, 85 Brick Ln., E2 6QL (020 7770 6000).



What: Boutique Sale
Why: Up to 90 per cent off clothing from Missoni, Vanessa Bruno, Sonia Rykiel and more.
When: 8-12 Sept. Wed., 1-7 p.m.; Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: The Old Truman Brewery, Shop 14, 15 Hanbury St., E1 6QR.

What: Rupert Sanderson
Why: Shoes from £75, including Alcazar pink suede shoe boots, £200 (reg. £645), and Asteroid black platform sandals, £150 (reg. £795).
When: 17 & 18 Sept. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: The Music Room, 26 S. Molton Ln., W1K 5AB (020 7491 2220).

What: British Designers Sale
Why: Goods from Jenny Packham, Edina Ronay, James Lakeland and others from £10.
When: 17 & 18 Sept. Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: Chelsea Town Hall, Kings Rd., SW3 2EE (020 7627 2777).

What: Designer Warehouse Sale
Why: Jil Sander cashmere coat, £399 (reg. £1,655); Moncler puffer jacket, £299 (reg. £625); Etro cashmere jumper, £99 (reg. £475).
When: 17-19 Sept. Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 5-6 Islington Studios, Thane Works, Thane Villas, N7 7NU.

What: Margaret Howell
Why: Up to 80 per cent off ready-to-wear.
When: 23 & 24 Sept. Thurs. & Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: The Music Room, 26 S. Molton Ln., W1K 5AB.

What: Temperley
Why: Up to 80 per cent off ready-to-wear, bridal and accessories from the Brit designer.
When: 23 & 24 Sept. Thurs., 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Where: 20th Century Theatre, 291 Westbourne Gr., W11 2QA.

What: Georgina Goodman
Why: Up to 75 per cent off boots and evening and day shoes in sample sizes (37 and 40).
When: 27 Sept.-2 Oct. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 12-14 Shepherd St., W1J 7JF (020 7499 8599).
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[The Licentiate]

Wow, that's great, thanks!

 

[Meg_D]

Is anyone here going to London´s Fashion Night Out on Wednesday?

 

[honeycombchild]

Yup, should be a good night. Plenty of good things going on! Regent Street's offering some great events for it.

 

[Meg_D]

Yep, I can´t wait!
Maybe someone would like to join me? As I have no one to come with me, it kinda sucks :/

 

[e-v-elina]

i'm going to london in a few weeks, anyone know any cool/good bars, cafes, restaurants etc etc? =D

 

[delerith]

October 2010
Sample sales list from Daily Candy
What: On the QT
Why: Up to 80 per cent off past-season collections and samples from designers including Belstaff, Burberry and Acne Jeans.
When: Thurs.-Sun., 11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Where: Dray Walk Gallery, The Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Ln., E1 6QL. Admission is £1.

What: Designer Sales UK
Why: Designer clothing for men and women, including Calvin Klein suits, £299 (reg. £695), Salvatore Ferragamo boots, £60 (reg. £359) and John Galliano handbags, £349 (reg. £825).
When: Fri., noon-8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Chelsea Old Town Hall, King’s Rd., SW3 5EE. Admission is £5.

What: Ted Baker
Why: Clothes and accessories from £10.
When: 6 & 7 Oct. Wed., 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thurs., 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Camden Centre, Bidborough St., WC1H 9JE (020 7255 4800).

What: Apartment C
Why: Lingerie from Stella McCartney, Bordelle, Mimi Holliday, Hannah Marshall and more from £10.
When: 7 & 8 Oct. Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 70 Marylebone High St., W1U 5JL (020 7935 1854).

What: The London Accessory Sale & Secret Sample Sale
Why: Clothes and accessories for men and women from designers such as Vivienne Westwood, Chris&Tibor, Santoni and more from £10.
When: 7 & 8 Oct. Thurs., noon-9 p.m.; Fri., noon-8 p.m.; Sat., noon-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: T2, The Old Truman Brewery, 85 Brick Ln., E1 6QL (07900 432661).

What: Meli Melo
Why: Handbags, clutches and purses from £50.
When: 13 Oct. Wed., 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 1 Ensor Mews, SW7 3BT (020 7835 1363).

What: La Perla
Why: Up to 70 per cent off lingerie, swimwear, nightwear, hosiery and fragrance.
When: 18 & 19 Oct. Mon. & Tues., 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Where: Hornvale Ltd., 22 Newman St., W1T 1PH (020 7291 0930).

What: Designer Warehouse Sale
Why: Chunky white Valentino roll-neck, £129 (reg. £429), Betty Jackson A-line coat, £68 (reg. £299), and a New Scotland Fair Isle cardigan, £54 (reg. £159).
When: 22-24 Oct. Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Thane Works, 5-6 Islington Studios, Thane Villas, N7 7NU.

Enjoy if you are in London

 

[delerith]

More sample sales from Daily Candy

[SIZE=-1]What: Paul Frank
Why: Clothing, accessories and sleepwear for men, women and children from £8.
When: 1-5 Nov. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 19 Catherine Pl., 2nd flr., SW1E 6DX (020 7931 9274).


What: Chiltern Street Studio
Why: Up to 80 per cent off brands such as Paige Denim, Bloch, Michael Stars, Local, Old Molly and more.
When: 3 & 4 Nov. Wed., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 78a Chiltern St., W1U 5AB (020 7486 4800).


What: Aimé
Why: Up to 70 per cent off French labels, including A.P.C., Isabel Marant, Repetto and Antik Batik.
When: 3-5 Nov. Wed., 5-8 p.m.; Thurs., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
When: 20th Century Theatre, 291 Westbourne Gr., W11 2QA.


What: Pringle of Scotland
Why: Up to 80 per cent off ready-to-wear and accessories from current and past seasons.
When: 3-5 Nov. Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: The Courtyard, 255a Pavilion Rd., SW1X 0BP.


What: Reiss
Why: Clothing and accessories for men and women from £10.
When: 3-6 Nov. Wed.-Fri., 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: The Music Room, 26 S. Molton Ln., W1K 5AB.


What: Les Néréides
Why: Up to 80 per cent off costume jewellery from past seasons.
When: 3-7 Nov. Daily, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 73-75 Monmouth St., WC2H 9DG (020 7836 7940).


What: Finsk and Charlott Vasberg
Why: Up to 70 per cent off shoes and handbags.
When: 4-6 Nov. Wed. & Thurs., 4-8 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Universal House, 251 Tottenham Court Rd., W1T 7AB (07894 904315).


What: The London Accessory Sale and Secret Sample Sale
Why: Up to 80 per cent off designer clothing and accessories, including Miu Miu and YSL shoes and Jimmy Choo bags.
When: 4-7 Nov. Thurs., noon-9 p.m.; Fri., noon-8 p.m.; Sat., noon-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: T2, The Old Truman Brewery, 85 Brick Ln., E1 6QL (07900 432661).


What: Ally Capellino, Tracey Neuls and Jo Gordon
Why: Knitwear, shoes, bags and accessories for men, women and children from £5.
When: 10 Nov. Wed., noon-7 p.m.
Where: Ally Capellino studio, 5 Calvert Ave., E2 7JP (020 7613 3073).


What: Goat
Why: Knits, coats, trousers, dresses and jackets from £40.
When: 11 & 12 Nov. Thurs., noon-5 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 76 Gloucester Pl., basement flat, W1U 6HJ (020 7487 3401).


Happy shopping

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