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 Bring a bit of Allure into your life... |
17 Regent Street Clifton Bristol United Kingdom 0117 974 3882 http://www.allure-fashions.co.uk |
"Allure is an almost magical quality; an aura or presence that charms and seduces", according to Michelle Lewis, owner of this charming ladies boutique up in Clifton. We have to agree that this is something she has a lot of, amongst the rather eclectic range of European fashion labels, with ranges by Poleci, Rutzou, Antik Batik, By Malene Birger and Libélula. Michelle wanted to bring to Bristol some of these exciting European labels that she found while living and working in London, and it was out of this that Allure was born. Whether you want advice or not, or just a relaxed friendly atmosphere in which to peruse the rails of this elegant boutique, we are sure that Michelle and Co. will help you make more of your allure. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Browse amongst the dusty books |
4 Waterloo Street Clifton Village Bristol BS8 4BT United Kingdom +44 117 973 9848 |
Bibliophiles better beware! If they enter this shop, it's extremely unlikely they'll leave without buying something. It's the sort of second-hand book shop that you only go to if you have at least an hour to spare, as browsing through their well-stocked shelves is a real pleasure. The largest section is fiction, which ranges from the classics like Dickens and Austen, to very up-to-date novels by well-respected writers (no trashy pulp fiction here). Most paperbacks cost around £3. They also have sections on local history, poetry, academic subjects, photography and art (a particularly good outsized section on these). They also offer an out-of-print book search service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Cafe and shop with a chocolate theme |
19 The Mall Clifton Village Bristol BS8 4JG United Kingdom +44 117 974 7000 |
Visit this temple to all things chocolatey and you'll think you've died and gone to chocolate heaven! Owned by a local chocolatier, who supplies Fortnum and Mason in London amongst others, all the chocolates for sale are handmade locally. The range is exquisite, with flavours including burnt sugar and rum, and champagne cream truffle. There are also chocolatey cakes, which can be taken away or eaten in. You can get various coffees, teas and cold drinks here, but why would you want to when there's house white or dark hot chocolate (£1.80 small/£2.90 large). If further proof were needed that the owners are chocolate- mad, just look at the thought for the day above the counter, which reads "Gooey, chocolate, yum, good!". Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Beautiful antique beds |
15 Regent Street Clifton Bristol BS8 4HW United Kingdom +44 117 923 9181 |
This shop always has an excellent selection of beautifully restored, antique beds to choose from, with styles covering the whole spectrum—from the simplest, cast iron bedstead to a sumptuous French Lit Bateau. They also offer a wide range of handmade, cast iron beds, carefully crafted to reproduce original designs. Various sizes are available, from just 2ft (wonderfully cute children's beds) to 7ft wide. If you choose one of their unconventionally sized, antique bed frames, the shop can even supply a custom-made mattress and base. Perfect for those who like to recline in grand and slightly fairy-tale-like style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stunning vintage, costume and fine jewellery |
3 Clifton Arcade Boyces Avenue Bristol BS8 4AA United Kingdom +44 117 973 8448 |
Visiting this shop is like entering an elaborate Aladin's cave! Recommended by Vogue, it's the place to go if you want something different from run-of-the-mill chain-store jewellery, whether it's a diamond ring or cheap trinket you're after. The owner - a wonderfully camp 40-something who'll address you as "darling" as soon as your foot is in the door - stocks costume and fine jewellery, headdresses, beaded bags, lockets, pill boxes and objets d'art from all periods, including Art Deco and especially Edwardian (look for their gorgeous chokers of all different coloured beads and stones). Above the counter is a suspended pole, completely covered with hundreds of hanging beads of all shapes, sizes and colours and lining the walls are glass cases containing glittering diamante jewellery, amber brooches and emerald necklaces etc. Definitely worth a visit, if only for the sparkly spectacle alone. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Quaint, old arcade full of unique shops |
Boyces Avenue Clifton Bristol BS8 4AA United Kingdom +44 117 904 2650 |
This beautiful and old-fashioned arcade in Clifton village is a great place to browse on a Saturday afternoon. It's a beautiful, two-storey building in its own right and now houses some unique shops and a cafe - in short, it's a very special little place and definitely worth a visit. Downstairs you'll find vintage clothing, antique jewellery, second-hand books and a couple of antique shops selling items varying from the wildly expensive to the affordable. After all that shopping, have a break at the Primrose Cafe, a very popular meeting place for Cliftonites, with both seating inside and outside on the pavement. The upstairs of the arcade is currently being renovated - watch this space. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Wonderful wine cellars for connoisseurs |
22 The Mall Clifton Village Bristol BS8 4DS United Kingdom +44 117 973 0287 |
Recommended by the Which Wine Guide, this independent wine merchant is one for the connoisseurs amongst you. Housed in a wonderful, old Georgian hotel (circa 1777) built by Francis Howard Greenaway, it spans five storeys, so as you can imagine, there's plenty of choice. Both red and white wine of numerous countries are represented and available for sale by the case (special offers include mixed cases of various wines from different countries) or the bottle. Bottles start at 13 pounds, and there are also many half bottles and miniatures, plus a selection of spirits. The perfect accompaniment comes in the shape of fine cigars, also on sale. Local delivery is free, as is all the wine-related advice - they really know their stuff here. Wine tasting evenings are held monthly, ask for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Flight of Colors! |
Boyces Avenue Unit 8, Clifton Arcade Bristol, Bristol BS8 4AA United Kingdom +44 (0)117 974 3548 http://www.fireflytrading.co.uk/ |
This is one of the many shops located within the well-known Clifton Arcade. Offering a wide range of Italian clothes, handbags and accessories for women, it is a great find for those with impeccable taste. Firefly specializes particularly in pashminas; you can expect to come across some truly exquisite ones in an array of colours, styles and fabrics. So, if you're primarily looking at a quality buy, this place has plenty to offer! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Known as "The Emporium of Curiosities" |
25 Waterloo Street Clifton Village Bristol BS8 4BT United Kingdom +44 117 973 8080 |
Any of you who enjoy browsing through antique shops, looking for reasonably priced curios, should head here. There are two floors of weird and wonderful old objects to choose from. Downstairs are larger items and furniture such as old brass bed-heads, tables and chairs, wash-stands etc. Upstairs, the stock is very varied, both in price and quality. To give you an idea - jewellery and tiny objets d'art in glass cases, wooden printing blocks, Art Deco pottery and tea-sets, old glass bottles, old toys (including Rupert Bear and antique dolls with porcelain heads), antique photo-frames, china, glass, silver and some wonderful prints. Certainly enough interesting objects for an hour's happy browsing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A charming, traditional and unusual selection of toys |
6a Boyces Avenue Clifton Village Bristol BS8 4AA United Kingdom +44 117 974 3600 |
This very popular toyshop is just as popular with parents as it is with children, for the simple reason that it reminds them of their own childhoods. Why? Well, remember when toys weren't instantly disposable bits of plastic, but were instead well-crafted, beautiful and thoughtful objects? That ethos is still alive in this shop today. There is a wonderful range of toys and accessories for babies and young children and the owner has selected very traditional items, mostly made from wood - games, mobiles, soft toys, blackboards and puzzles etc. There's also a small amount of child-friendly furniture and fun furnishings for kid's bedrooms and even custom-made trunks to store all those new games and toys in at the end of the day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Clifton Men's Boutique. |
24a The Mall Clifton Village Bristol United Kingdom 0117 973 2888 http://www.kosherklothing.co.uk |
Tom and Robin opened Kosher Klothing in Clifton Village in March 2004 to offer Bristolians great men's designer fashion, and they have quickly become a firm favourite. Service is key and the staff complement the quality brands such as Abercrombie & Fitch and Givenchy with helpful but unobtrusive advice. Kosher is the only shop in Clifton Village dedicated to men's clothing and high quality shoes (including Oliver Sweeney). With career backgrounds that you wouldn't normally associate with the clothing industry (Tom was in the Marines and Robin used to be a carpet fitter) the owners both bring a dynamism to that search for the perfect wardrobe that makes the retail therapy particularly satisfying. If you are too busy, they can even bring the shop to your workplace ... how about that for service! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Collection of antique sellers under one roof |
18 The Mall Clifton Village Bristol BS8 4DR United Kingdom +44 117 973 7843 |
Inside this beautiful old building are five different units, all selling various antiques. The range of stock they sell includes silverware (modern and antique), watches (wrist and pocket), costume and stone jewelery, porcelain, Oriental and Rajisthani art, paintings (originals and prints) and objects d'art. The stall-holders are extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about their stock, some even doing insurance valuations. If all the browsing makes you hungry, head to the upstairs balcony area, where there's a tea-room - how much more quaint can it get - selling home-made cakes, snacks, lunches and hot and cold drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Designer clothes for little fashion-victims |
20 Princess Victoria Street Clifton Village Bristol BS8 4BP United Kingdom +44 117 973 7370 |
Are your kids mini fashion-slaves, or perhaps you are a label aficionado yourself? Well, if you want to make sure your young ones don't clash with your outfit and are the coolest in the playground, bring them here to get kitted out. Being in Clifton Village (home to the city's wealthy), this shop naturally only stocks designer label children's clothes. Starting at age nought and going up to age 12, they sell babygrows, coats, shoes, various accessories and everyday wear for kids. Nothing is particularly dressy, just very well-designed, trendy and correspondingly expensive. Brands kept in stock include Paul Smith, Baby Dior, French Connection, Armani, Diesel, Petit Bateau and Kookai. Review © 2007, Wcities |
