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 Traditional Scottish independent department store |
6 Falcon Road West Morningside Edinburgh EH10 4AQ United Kingdom +44 131 225 1461 http://www.aitken-niven.co.uk |
Located in the neighborhood of Morningside, Aitken & Niven was established in 1905. The store houses eight different departments on three floors and also has a restaurant. It is renowned in well-to-do Edinburgh circles, including the well-healed ladies who lunch here, for its school uniforms, tartans and tweeds. Check out the good selection of school sports equipment and traditional country-wear so beloved of the older Edinburgh set. It's also the place to see a large collection of rugby goods and accessories - this store has strong links with the oval-ball game. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Suave and stylish clothes for the debonair man |
41 George Street Edinburgh EH2 2HN United Kingdom +44 131 225 6703 http://www.austinreed.co.uk/ |
Choose from a vast array of well-made and decidedly smart garments for the office and special occasion. Coordinate the colouring of a tailored suit with a matching shirt and tie, from a variety of styles, tones and patterns. Check out the understated, contemporary collection of jackets and the more casual workwear, suited to the modern, dressed-down workplace. For the weekend, there are more vibrant check shirts, shorts and other comfortable garments. Complete the look with a pair of shoes from their classic-looking footwear range. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Outdoor footwear with hardy soles |
7 High Street Edinburgh EH1 1SR United Kingdom +44 131 556 3577 |
A firm favorite with those who work on their feet, Barnets does a great range of hard-core outdoor boots and shoes for labor intensive tasks. With such affordable prices, it's a great place to come if you're contemplating a stint on a building site or a lengthy walk. Theater crew members, laborers and traffic wardens all rely on Barnets hardy soles. Check out their more unusual brands and more classic styles. This is a popular shop with the traditionalist shoe buyer who likes to stick with a perennial favorite style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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British Home Stores |
64 Princes Street Edinburgh EH2 2DJ United Kingdom +44 131 226 2621 http://www.bhs.co.uk/ |
Check out Bhs for clothes and shoes, plus the good range of well-priced household goods. The clothes are in the middle price range, although the odd designer name is often to be found working under the Bhs name with small, more daring exclusive collections. You can also find some attractive accessories, including bags and hats, as well as some bright and cheerful children's wear. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mainstream merchandise and guest designers |
109-112 Princes Street Edinburgh EH2 3AA United Kingdom +44 131 225 1320 http://www.debenhams.com/ |
Debenhams is now considered the great British department store. The recent introduction of such designers as John Rocha, Jasper Conran and Pearce Fionda has led to an up-swing in their reputation. There are also slightly cheaper but equally funky labels like Jane Norman and Red Herring. For men, it is still a great place to get a reasonable suit. Hats are a specialty, as is the wedding-list service they provide. Every year they run a Bride of the Year competition, which focuses and consolidates their bridal strengths. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Smart shoes and understated fashion |
47 George Street Edinburgh EH2 2HT United Kingdom +44 131 220 5386 |
Hobbs brings you quality fashion items suitable for the workplace and smart-casual occasions. There are lots of natural fabrics like linen, cotton and wool in evidence, all cut to pristine perfection. Hobbs have added a few more contemporary fashion items to their traditional and conservative suits and dresses. There is a good footwear range, from casual numbers to high-heals with some strong shapes and colors on view. The store is neatly laid out and attractively merchandised, with entire outfits displayed to help you coordinate a look. Review © 2007, Wcities |
