Shopping in London

Selfridges offers the ultimate in shopping experiences. Stocking the latest fashion designers, homeweares, beauty, limited edition accessories and exclusive fine jewellery all under one roof.

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J.J.Fox is one of the UK's oldest and largest established tobacco merchants since 1787. Purveyors of fine cigars to European Royalty, Mr Churchill and our other distinguished customers for over 200 years.

Michael German commenced his own business in 1972 after having worked for over twenty years in the Internationally renowned "P.C.L. German Antiques" of London. As a second generation specialist dealer he started specialising in walking canes in the early 1970s. Starting with a small customer base at that time, the business has expanded internationally with client collector's world wide. During this period several books have been published on the subject, and various conferences for collector's have taken place in the USA, Germany, Belgium and Austria. After operating from the Bond Street and Knightsbridge areas of London, he moved the business to its present location in Kensington Church Street in 1982. He is a member of the vetting Committees at the Grosvenor House Antiques fair, the BADA Fair, and the three yearly Olympia Fairs. In 1996 he was joined by his son-in-law Dominic Strickland.

Since opening its doors more than 50 years ago, Berk has specialised in offering the very finest quality cashmere knitwear from such famous names as Ballantyne and Agnona. At Berk you can also discover extra-fine merino wool and sea-island cotton sweaters from John Smedley, cashmere scarves and wraps from Hilltop, Agnona and Loro Piana, cashmere capes and velvet slippers.

T.M.Lewin was established in 1898 in Jermyn Street, London. Thomas Mayes Lewin was obsessive about quality and value, and worked hard to establish T.M.Lewins reputation as a first class shirt tailor. Innovation was important to Mr Lewin, and nearly 100 years ago, he became one of the first to make the 'coat-shirt', the groundbreaking idea of a shirt with buttons down the front. Keeping in the spirit of our founder, we have continued to this day to make shirts, suits and shoes in the same time-honoured manner, using labour-saving advances only when they add to the quality, fit and comfort of our clothes. Over the years we have developed our mens and women's product offer to cover the entire business wardrobe, and have introduced brightly coloured, checked, striped and patterned shirts which bring both a certain confidence and an individual flair to the work uniform. We aim to provide you with the opportunity to effortlessly blend in to your professional life, but confidently stand out from the crowd, with high quality business wear. Our in-house design team creates over 100 new textiles every month to choose from so you are more likely to be wearing an original! Today, T.M.Lewin offers a range of menswear that includes mens shirts, suits, ties, cufflinks, casualwear, outerwear and accessories, as well as a distinctive range of womenswear, including shirts, suits, knitwear and accessories. For something with a creative twist, we also offer our John Francomb range - a modern take on the business wardrobe. With over 60 stores currently in the UK and plans to open more, whether you shop in store, online, through our catalogue or via our phones, we look forward to bringing you the very best in quality mens and womens businesswear.

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Roderick Charles is a retailer of classic men’s tailoring. A young company founded in 1992 in the City of London, Roderick Charles has grown to seven outlets located throughout the square mile and London’s West End. From its roots in made to measure Roderick Charles now offers a full ready to wear collection. With an emphasis on traditional styling and the use of hard wearing British milled cloths Roderick Charles caters to the modern man looking for the best traditions of English dress without the vagarities of trend led fashion. Although known for classic business suits Roderick Charles can dress a man for any occasion, be it business, formal or country.

New & Lingwood is a world-renowned menswear company which was established in 1865 in Eton to serve the scholars of Eton College. It has continued since then to act as the official outfitters to the College from its original premises at 118 High Street, Eton, fitting out in many cases five generations of the same family. Upon leaving the College, most Old Etonians have continued to loyally support the firm at its branches in Eton and 53 Jermyn Street, St James's, London, the flagship store of the Company. New and Lingwood is regarded as the quintessential English bespoke and ready-made shirtmaker, hosier and shoemaker, numbering among its clientele many renowned personalities in the sphere of business, the professions, politics and the aristocracy, both British and international, men of refinement and good taste.

Hilditch & Key has long been recognised as London's leading Jermyn Street shirt maker with a reputation, among the discerning, for the finest gentlemens' shirts, knitwear and clothing as well as an increasingly popular ladies shirt and knitwear collection.

The Favourbrook menswear collection is drawn from a modern approach to three hundred years of elegant British dress while keeping very firmly in touch with the present. Silhouette enhancing, hand tailored men's styles include: the Frock-coat, the Nehru jacket, the high-cut four button single breasted jacket, the newly perfected morning tails, and a revolution in traditional formal tailoring - the Smoking jacket that fits! Combining each of these with a pair of Favourbrook's Cavalry trousers, an eye-catching waistcoat and a perfectly matched tie or cravat prepares one for every stylish social event.

Emmett shirts was founded in 1992 by tailor Robert Emmett and was marked with the opening of his first eponymous shirt boutique on Chelsea’s Kings road. Such was the demand for his well made formal and smart-casual shirts, each sporting the trademark, subtle, Emmett idiosyncrasies such as the contrasting patterns beneath every double cuffed shirt. Due to the popularity of Emmett shirts a further two shops were opened in London; one on Jermyn Street and the other on Eldon Street in the square mile. Emmett’s customers are distinctive: people who appreciate superior quality, regular or fitted shirts and who want to achieve a degree of exclusivity. Only twenty-five shirts are produced in any one design, meaning that one is unlikely to see another person in the same styled shirt. Yet the limited run of each Emmett shirt does not mean that they are expensive. The shirts not only have an accessible price, but they are also extremely long lasting.

DAKS has started in 1894 and over the years established itself as a synonym for elegance and classic style in clothing.

Jermyn Street has been famous for its quality retailers and craftsmen since 1730. It has since become home to the finest quality shirt makers in the world. Charles Tyrwhitt continues to offer fantastic quality and service to all those able to visit Jermyn Street as well as almost half a million other customers around the world. We are proud to deliver a big dollop of good old-fashioned values straight to your door. As well as formal and casual shirts, we offer a range of accessories, including cufflinks and belts, ties, suits and separates, evening wear, coats and shoes. Our casual collection includes polo shirts and chinos.

dunhill caters to the needs of the discerning man, from formal and casual menswear, to handcrafted leather goods through to fine men's jewellery and timepieces.

Bespoke & luxury gifts, watches, jewellery, accessories, guns and rifles.

Since 1827, Thomas Goode was producing many fine collectable items and objects of home comfort.

Ronald Phillips Ltd is one of the world’s finest antique dealers specialising in English antique furniture ranging from Queen Anne, George I, George II, George III, George IV and the Victorian period. We can help you furnish an entire house or supply you with selected pieces.

As specialists in antique jewellery we can show you diamond rings set with both modern and old brilliant cut diamonds, the latter dating from the Victorian era. Our sapphire ring collection comprises gemstones in various shades of blue, purple and mauve but also rare yellow and orange hues. Equally unusual are our other gemset rings, which may well feature your birthstone. We have a large selection of eternity rings, many of which are hand made in the Art Deco style, and of wedding bands.

With over a thousand vintage fountain pens, ballpoints and pencils in stock, a wide selection of writing instruments for the discerning collector is available. We always have in stock Parker 51s and Parker 61s both in standard and rare colours, as well as in 9ct and 18ct gold. All of our vintage pens have been fully restored by our workshop, which also undertakes repairs for our clientele and can engrave in five different styles.

Paul Thomas is one of the leading florists of his generation with a unique approach to floral design. Over the years there have been many descriptions for his work, ‘master of the romantic’, ‘classic’, ‘luscious’, ‘explosive’, ‘exciting and beautiful’. Paul’s reputation for bold and impressive design is complimented with his eye for detail and a passion for the simplest of flowers. With his inspiration taken from nature, the seasons and the English Garden Paul is constantly excited and challenged by what this has to offer and how he can incorporate this in his designs.

Started in 1856, Orvis prospered into a successful brand offering gentlemen and ladies items of stylish clothing, apparel, fashion, hunting and fishing accessories.

Experience the beauty and variety of the Montblanc collections of fine writing instruments, watches, large and small leather goods, jewellery items and accessories, eyewear and frangrances.

The name of Globe-Trotter is firmly associated with a luxury luggage hand made in England, today it is a modern British brand producing suitcases with heritage and true craftsmanship.

Kerry Ford is the Managing Director of Russell & Hodge. He has been making bespoke Jermyn Street shirts for 20 years. Kerry takes pride in the traditions of English shirt making and you can see this for yourself if you visit the Russell & Hodge shop. At the back of the shop are two banks of sewing machines skilfully staffed by Kerry’s team. “Did you know that, apart from Russell & Hodge, there is only one other bespoke shirt maker manufacturing in the UK – the rest are produced mainly in India and the Far East. It’s actually getting quite difficult to find the real thing."

Hancocks, founded in 1849 and still family owned, is one of London's oldest and finest specialist dealers buying and selling rare and collectable jewels.

Richard Gelding fine clothing for men London Mayfair, Canali menswear, Brioni jeans, Stemar shoes, Eton shirts.

Savile Row is the home of tailoring excellence and Gary Anderson brings cutting edge fashion and style to complement those traditional tailoring skills for which this unique street in central London is famous. Whether it is a classic Gary Anderson lounge suit, an elegant and distinctive tuxedo for a special evening or a classic morning suit, we can make you a garment to match any moment. The luxury and cache of a Savile Row suit, whether from our Ready to wear collection, or individually tailored for you, creates a unique style statement.

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From modest beginnings in 1851 in a corner of London’s Covent Garden, Moss Bros has been at the forefront of menswear through the decades. WW1 military, 20s’ royal courts, 30s’ cruise liners, 60s’ mod fashion, 80s’ power suits, today’s high-profile society events – and we’re still ahead of the game. Our proud and unique heritage gives us the core values we’ve held since the beginning: an unceasing commitment to quality service and products. Our talented buyers, knowledgeable store assistants and caring customer service team make up the Moss Bros family of the 21st century, leading the market into the exciting times ahead.

Hackett has a worldwide reputation for producing high quality, unique and distinctive, designer menswear and luxury kids’ clothing with accessories.

Ready to wear gentemen's attire.

Makers of fine shoes for the gentlemen since 1879. A few shops in London.

Not Fashion but Style. Quality, style and value in second hand and new clothing, shoes and accessories for men.

Vintage Clothing, Collectables and Memorabilia from 1920's to1970's.

As one of the best known names on the high street, House of Fraser has presented customers with an unrivalled nationwide department store for more than 150 years. Renowned for its designer brands and exclusive collections, House of Fraser offers luxurious items at affordable prices. From beauty essentials to home accessories, the premium department store strives to offer its customers an enjoyable and pleasant shopping experience both, online and in store.

For 320 years Ede and Ravenscroft has upheld its reputation as tailors of distinction. Meticulous craftsmanship has rewarded the company with commissions from royalty to the judiciary. Ede and Ravenscroft enjoys the privilege of being the tailors and robe makers of choice for twelve coronations.

World's famous Savile Row bespoke tailors.

Select collections of apparel and accessories for men, women and kids from a company, started by Thomas Burberry in Hampshire in 1856.

Founded in 1676 Lock & Co. is a family owned business providing ladies’ and gentlemen’s quality headwear and a high standard of personal service.

Traditional British clothing for gentlemen since 1839.

Booksellers in Piccadilly since 1797.

Trust Royal Doulton to provide the very best in formal dining, dinnerware, English bone china, casual tableware, and dinner sets, complemented by Minton, and Royal Albert Old Country Roses. It's all set off by sparkling Royal Doulton crystal and glassware.

Purdey was established in London in 1814, the year before the battle of Waterloo. The founder, James Purdey, had previously worked as head stocker for Joseph Manton, the foremost gunmaker of his time. Purdey set up his gun making business in Princes Street and soon moved to Manton's former premises in Oxford Street in 1826. As early as 1838, Queen Victoria is recorded as having bought a pair of Purdey pistols. The company was granted its first Royal Warrant in 1868 by The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII, an honour that has been bestowed on the Managing Director of James Purdey & Sons Ltd by each succeeding Monarch. Today Nigel Beaumont holds the Warrants of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, HRH Prince Philip The Duke of Edinburgh and HRH The Prince of Wales. In 1882 the company moved from Oxford Street to the new premises on the corner of South Audley Street and Mount Street, where it remains to this day. James the Younger designed this building to accommodate his showroom, the factory for making guns and cartridges, and later it provided living quarters for his family. Although James Purdey & Sons Ltd was bought by the Seely family in 1946 it was to remain a family-owned business until 1994. The Hon Richard Beaumont, a Seely nephew and Chairman since 1970, decided to retire and the company was acquired by the Richemont Group. Nigel Beaumont became Chairman of Purdey in March 2007 following the retirement of Richard Purdey.

Holland and Holland, established in London, specialises in bespoke Best London guns, shooting clothing and accessories, shooting instruction, books, and sporting art.

The Hermès Group, founded in 1837, designs, develops and markets high-quality products in more than fourteen departments and distributed over 11 main divisions, including bags, leather goods, jewellery, silk scarves and ties, women's and men's ready-to-wear, tableware, fashion accessories, art of living, ridding products, perfumes and watches. Hermès maintains the quality of its products and continues to extend the frontiers of wellcrafted and long-lasting creations, in the service of an exceptional and unique product.

Shop the world’s most famous luxury department store online. At Harrods.com you will discover luxury gifts for every occasion; exclusive beauty products, cosmetics, skincare & fragrance from the must-have beauty brands as well as an excellent selection of designer handbags and accessories, a premier range of food hampers, fine wines and chocolates from Harrods Food Halls.

Since opening in 1730, Floris has provided fragrance, fine toiletries and accessories to an incredibly loyal customer base. The first Royal Warrant granted to J.Floris Ltd was in 1820 as 'Smooth Pointed Comb-makers' to the then newly appointed King George IV. Today this first Royal warrant is still on display at 89 Jermyn Street together with no less than sixteen others. Ever since that first auspicious day Floris has always held at least one Royal Warrant, and today hold two. In the 18th and 19th centuries, where the Court shopped, the gentry followed and the Floris ledgers of this period detail accounts held by an incredible array of public figures, including practically every European Royal. The Floris archives hold reams of treasured letters from customers detailing their preferences and their thanks. Today, Floris customers are those with an individual nature who have the same desire for quality and luxury.

Established in 1987, Otter House brings beautiful illustrations by top animal artists together with contemporary and classic design. Otter House products can be found in homes across the globe and include products ranging from greeting cards and stationery to mugs and decorative floor mats and much more. Otter House can supply all retailers from large multiple groups to the smallest independent retailers; giving the same standard of service and customer care to all of our customers.

Paxton & Whitfield was first recorded as a partnership in 1797, but its origins began in 1742 when Sam Cullen set up a cheese stall in Aldwych market. As London became increasingly affluent Sam moved his cheese business closer to his wealthy customer base, near to Jermyn Street where there is still a shop today. He also took on two new partners - Harry Paxton and Charles Whitfield. Ironically it is their names, not his, which grace the shop fronts now. The Company's reputation grew steadily, culminating in 1850 with the honour of being appointed cheesemonger to HM Queen Victoria. It was the first of many Royal Warrants that the Company has held. While the earlier years were good for Paxton & Whitfield, times were tougher from the 1860s. Smart society's appetite for traditional English farmhouse cheese was fading in favour of Continental cheese and, in England, factory style production was becoming the established practice. Many artisan cheeses totally disappeared as small farmers sent their milk to industrial creameries. This trend continued throughout the two World Wars and, in the 1940s, with eggs, butter and cheese in short supply 93 Jermyn Street became an ordinary grocery shop. After World War II and a series of different owners, business improved as Paxtons rekindled their contacts with the traditional cheesemakers of rural Britain and started bringing in the best that Europe could offer. More recently two new Paxtons opened, in Stratford upon Avon and Bath not to mention their virtual shop on the web. Customers who value quality know they will always be able to find it at Paxtons. As Winston Churchill once observed "a gentleman only buys his cheese at Paxton & Whitfield".

For three centuries Fortnum & Mason has been committed to bringing the world's best food to Piccadilly – often from continents away. Fresh food, though, has always come from as close to these Isles as possible. Respecting this hemisphere's seasons has always seemed obvious to us: we've never really wavered from the path. We take extraordinary care over the origins of everything we sell. Every sprout, lobster, truckle and rib comes direct from suppliers we know intimately rather than from markets. If we’re not to uphold our own standards, who is?

Harvey Nichols is an international luxury lifestyle store, renowned both in the UK and internationally for the breadth and depth of its exclusive fashion merchandise. It offers many of the world's most prestigious brands in womenswear, menswear, accessories, beauty, food and home.

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Edward Bates Ltd have supplied stylish hats and caps to discerning gentlemen from their enchanting Jermyn Street shop in London since the turn of the century. Today it is still a family business offering a personal and friendly service to customers from throughout the world.