Shopping – Articles about London

Upscale department store Fortnum & Mason has long been associated with fine food. Now the store is doing even more to bring culinary delights to Londoners. Opening on 31st March, the Piccadilly store's third floor has been transformed into an experiential food hub offering exciting events and ex...

Chances are you're already familiar with London bakery favourites Pophams, and now the team have launched homeware store Pophams Home in Hackney. Based next to the London Fields bakery-cum-restaurant, the store brings you stylish pieces for your home that are ideally paired with coffee and pastries.

You don't always have to head to the supermarket to buy food essentials to have at home. Visit one of London's farmers' markets and you can support local producers and find the delicious fresh food you need, as well as enjoy a fun atmosphere. All over the city you'll find gourmet markets where you c...

Fashion fans will tell you that your footwear will make or break your outfit – get things right and it brings it all together but make the wrong choice and your style points go out the window. You can find the ideal pair of shoes and avoid a fashion faux pas in one of London's many shoe shops. From...

One of the advantages of living in London is having access to so many global cuisines, in terms of both restaurants and shops and supermarkets. If you're after authentic Asian ingredients and products for your recipes or you're an ex-pat craving a taste of home, there are a wide variety of Asian sup...

Countless shops in the city provide everything you need to run to the best of your ability, from the big boy running chains to independent spots. At most of the shops, you can make the most of gait analysis so that you can get a specially tailored pair of trainers and stock up on tracking gadgets, b...

Planning a wedding is a lot of work and one top priority for most brides-to-be is what they're going to wear. Finding the right bridal shop is a must when you're looking for a wedding dress or outfit that makes you feel beautiful and confident, whether you favour classic styles or distinctive modern...

She loves you, supports you, and was literally responsible for keeping you alive at one point, so when Mother's Day rolls around each year your mum definitely deserves a treat. If you're looking for fun activities to do together, delicious meals to enjoy, or just the perfect gift to show her how spe...

Ask a crowd of people what their favourite food is and you're likely to hear plenty of them say chocolate. Whether you fancy treating yourself to something tasty or you want a gourmet gift to delight someone else, chocolate is often a great choice. London is home to some fab chocolate shops where yo...

In honour of a collaboration between luxury fashion company Loewe and Hayao Miyazaki's beloved Studio Ghibli, Selfridges will host various themed events and spaces throughout February. To start off, Dolly's Café on the lower ground floor of the famed department store will be taken over by French cul...

Hollywood films based on comic books have exploded in popularity in recent years. No longer a niche interest, these stories are now reliable material for a blockbuster release. If you’re just as interested in the original comic books as you are in the films, there are plenty of comic book shop...

Over the years, London has developed a sneaker culture that easily rivals the US, with trainers a key status symbol among the city's youth, particularly on the flourishing and influential grime music scene. With the rise of athleisure as a global fashion trend, London's obsession with creps only int...

From vintage silverware and ancient grandfather clocks to old-school cameras and vintage costumes, London is brimming with some of the best antique shops in the country filled with all kinds of second-hand treasures. So, if you consider yourself an antiquarian, read this guide to the best antique sh...

This guide to jewellery shops in London covers everything from bespoke, timeless pieces to vibrant statement jewellery. Whether you want a diamond necklace that you can hand down through the family for years to come, or you're after a fun pigeon-inspired ring, you'll be able to find it at one of the...

After almost 40 years, the historic Battersea Power Station is set to reopen on October 14. The decommissioned landmark has undergone extensive redevelopment and will be relaunched as a retail, leisure and residential destination that is expected to draw visitors from around the world. Europe’...

Choosing the right gift can be tricky sometimes, and we all know that some of our loved ones are easier to buy for than others. From extravagant gifts to little tokens of your affection, there are great options all over the city, from gift shops in North London stocked with unique items to impress o...

Increased awareness about exploitative manufacturing processes, harmful environmental impact and negligent business practices is spearheading a consumer shift away from fast fashion and towards ethical, sustainable products. A wide range of garments, accessories and footwear for both men and women c...

Buying children’s clothes isn’t always easy – they’ve got to make your kids feel comfortable, stand up to some wear and tear, fit growing bodies, and look decent too. It might sound like an impossible task but fortunately there are lots of kids’ clothing shops in London...

Whether your kids have been saving up their pocket money or you need a great last-minute birthday gift for a child, London’s toy shops have fantastic toys and games for little ones of all ages. From educational toys to soft and fluffy ones and everything in between, there’s lots for kids...

Home is where the heart is, so it's fun to make your home comfy, cosy, and stylish. From major home makeovers to little touches to spruce the place up, interior design shops in London are fantastic for getting inspiration and finding the perfect pieces for your property, whatever your preferred styl...

London is a great place to be if you’re ready to shop til you drop. As well as more independent stores than we can count, there are also a great number of shopping centres and malls in London where you can shop for big brands, luxury brands, independent brands, and everything in between. If yo...

Yes, indeed it is that time already. Buckle up, aspiring Santas, future elves and hopeful sugar plum fairies, for the famed Liberty London department store has thrown open the doors to its iconic Christmas store with just a little under four months to go until the big day. The Christmas store on th...

Music is a big part of life in London and, despite the rise of streaming, there are still plenty of stores that stick to the tried-and-true method of digging through crates of records to find album gems. Whether you’re looking for new releases or second-hand classics, vinyl records, CDs or cas...

Shopping can be a fun way to spend a day and when you visit a department store you can get everything you need under one roof. Even though online shopping is growing in popularity, there are still a number of fantastic department stores in London that are ideal for some retail therapy or just a litt...

Online shopping might be on the rise but London is still world-renowned as a fantastic shopping destination. Shopping in London has something for everyone – glitzy department store? We’ve got them! Cool markets? That too. Something for that very niche interest you have and only admit to...

Even in this day and age – or perhaps even more so – there’s nothing quite like curling up in a comfy chair with your favourite book. Our guide to the best bookshops in London will guide you to the stores where that spirit is still alive, where getting lost among stacks of dusty to...

If you’re looking for the very best second-hand and vintage shops in London, then you’ve come to the right place. Shopping sustainably in London is a breeze when there are so many vintage and second-hand shops scattered all over the city. From high-end and handmade pieces to warehouses f...