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 Exclusively Bristolian designs for the city's young trendies |
34 Park Street Bristol BS1 5JG United Kingdom +44 117 930 4836 |
Although the trends might come from London, this store is exclusively Bristolian, making this a definite place to check out what's new around town. It's all fairly disposable stuff - you won't find highly crafted, durable garments in here, but what you will find are the latest styles at fairly cheap prices. That's why its customers are the young and pretty, typically students and teenagers. Housing three different labels under one roof, it's split over three levels, with men on the first, women on the ground, and shoes in the basement. 'Sirens' offers evening wear, casuals, shorts and logo T-shirts at fairly reasonable prices to the tune of deafening music. 'Box' is more girlie, with skirts and blouses. 'Sobeys' is for all things vintage and retro - their range of jeans and cords is massive - and finally, the shoes in the basement range from glam to chunky, with platform boots being the most popular buy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Funky boots and trendy trainers |
22 Park Street Bristol BS1 5JA United Kingdom +44 117 922 5455 |
Inside this futuristic shop, lies a selection of footwear for the young and trendy female of the species. Popularised mostly by teenagers and 20-somethings, it's a great place to get some stylish and trendy shoes for a reasonable price. There are big, stacked-heel trainers and boots—some so high that you wonder how people walk in them—by brands such as Buffalo and Acupuncture, which are probably the shop's best sellers. But, if you're not into that, don't write this place off just yet, as they also sell some gorgeous and surprisingly dainty shoes - examples include pointy stilettos with kitten heels in mock croc, and sequinned strappy sandals. Their range of boots is great as well, particularly the snakeskin cowboy boots in hot pink or bright blue! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Large store selling brand-name shoes |
Avonmead Retail Park St Philips Causeway Bristol BS2 0SP United Kingdom +44 117 972 8147 |
This large store actually manages to make shoe-shopping a pleasure! The range of high quality products plays a large part in this - Clarks, Ikon, Lotus, Hush Puppies and Kookai are all represented and there's a section for the broader foot as well. Of particular significance is the children's section. Trained staff are on hand to measure the child's feet carefully and are more than willing to both give advice and offer assistance (and the children love their little play area!). The shoes are sturdy, very good quality and long-lasting, even with the tough treatment children dish out. It also stocks accessories - bags, gilets, socks and other footwear. For variety, quality, and good value for money, this is certainly a good place to go. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant shoes and clothes |
26 Park Street Bristol BS1 5JA United Kingdom +44 117 925 7495 |
Cara caters for female shoppers looking for classic, elegant and well-made shoes and clothes. Their stock takes note of the trends of the day but isn't dictated to by the latest fads. So, there's a range of boots - knee-high and ankle, in snakeskin and leather of all different colours; and shoes, such as a few Camper varieties (trendy Spanish brand), strappy sandals, work shoes, shoes to wear to a party and every day shoes of their own Cara label. They're all rather elegant and you won't find any clumsy trainers or platform heels here. They also sell a small range of clothes which echo the style of the footwear - soft knits, skirts and tops, along with some lovely embroidered handbags. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Handmade, custom-designed footwear |
68 Colston Avenue Bristol BS1 5BS United Kingdom +44 117 921 4247 |
Established back in 1977, this unique shop offers handmade, custom-fitted footwear, which can either be bought off the shelves or made-to-measure. It's this latter service that makes the shop so special - using the dimensions of your own feet, a last is made, kept at the shop, and used time and time again to make shoes that fit you perfectly. You can choose from a wide choice of colours in leather or suede, but their designs all have a slightly eco-friendly look about them, i.e. they won't be able to create a pair of stilettos for you here! They also offer a re-soling service for their own produce and can remove and stretch the uppers of their children's shoes, and replace them on a sole a full size larger, avoiding the need to buy an entirely new pair of shoes (this can only be done once). If you can't visit, try their mail order. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The latest styles in footwear |
The Galleries 91 Broadmead Bristol BS1 3DT United Kingdom +44 117 925 3367 |
There aren't too many good shoe shops in Bristol - go up Park Street and you'll find a couple of rather expensive, highly trendy outlets, but where to go if you're after funky footwear on a budget? Faith is the answer - it fills a gap in the city for those young women (nothing for men I'm afraid) looking for shoes to wear either at work, out clubbing or to formal occasions. The styles are versions of the latest fashions and occasionally some designs can look slightly clumpy and ungainly, but there are also some very dainty little numbers, including exotic-looking, strappy sandals and sparkly mules. But, it has to be said that its biggest sellers are the wedged-heels and high-heeled boots - the kind of thing you see hundreds of young females tottering about on in the city centre come Friday night, in fact! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stunning Evening Wear |
16 Badminton Road Downend Bristol BS16 6BQ United Kingdom +44 117 957 0208 http://www.florencefashions.co... |
If you find yourself around Bristol without a fancy thing to wear, Florence Fashions boasts a wide selection of bridal wear, prom dresses, cocktail attire, as well as shoes and accessories. The store promises top-notch customer service, and even maintains a list of every dress sold in order to avoid the awkward chance of being caught in the same outfit as someone else. Dress prices are on the high end, but they have a wide selection of outfits—a convenient one-stop spot for special occasions. Located five miles outside Bristol's city center, Florence Fashions offers only women's wear but includes reading area for less-enthusiastic shopping partners. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Almost 100 years Old |
203 Cheltenham Road Bishopston Bristol BS6 5QX United Kingdom +44 117 924 3707 http://www.kbkshoes.co.uk/ |
One of the largest stockists of Dr Marten shoes and boots in Britain, this shop offers exemplary service from friendly staff who really know their shoes! They stock a wide range of Dr Marten (or DM) shoes, boots and sandals, for adults and children. In fact, people come from miles around to get their DMs here. They also sell safety footwear and wellingtons, but DM is what they are famous for. For those who don't know, DMs are classic, funky and uniquely-designed (they have an air cushioning system) shoes worn by every sector of society, from middle-aged builders to hippie-kids, and they last for ages - here's the place to discover them. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hip and funky shoes, boots and clothes |
71 Park Street Bristol BS1 5PB United Kingdom +44 117 934 9444 |
Having recently moved into these more spacious surroundings, this shop is going from strength to strength and proving very popular with Bristol's young and trendy shoppers. It stocks a discerning range of clothes for both men and women, including labels such as Diesel, Replay and French Connection, the favoured brands of the city's rich students and young professional types. They are also stockists of some unique and funky shoes and boots and are one of the few places in the city to sell the Camper brand of footwear. Bags, jewellery and other accessories are also available. None of this comes cheap of course - expect to pay from £50 upwards for a pair of shoes and even the little accessories, such as flower hair clips, will set you back around £10. Review © 2007, Wcities |