{"id":17456,"date":"2019-06-20T10:10:15","date_gmt":"2019-06-20T02:10:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wtravelmagazine.com\/?p=17456"},"modified":"2022-02-07T22:22:21","modified_gmt":"2022-02-07T14:22:21","slug":"londons-top-20-luxury-stores-revealed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wtravelmagazine.com\/londons-top-20-luxury-stores-revealed\/","title":{"rendered":"London\u2019s Top 20 Luxury Stores Revealed"},"content":{"rendered":"

A visit to London<\/strong><\/a> has always been synonymous with luxury shopping<\/strong><\/a>. The \u2018big five\u2019 internationally recognisablegrande dames will be a feature on any style conscious visitor\u2019s to do<\/p>\n

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”10″][vc_custom_heading text=”Our curated choice of twenty concept brands, boutiques and destination stores in London.”][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”2″][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”sidebar-page”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]A visit to London<\/a> has always been synonymous with luxury shopping. The \u2018big five\u2019 internationally recognisablegrande dames will be a feature on any style conscious visitor\u2019s to do list: Harrods, Selfridges, Liberty, Harvey Nichols and Fortnum & Mason. But London also boasts a wealth of concept stores, lesser known independents, and spectacular flagships that are equally essential visits when in the capital. From affordable luxury, through emerging brands, to high end multi brand collections and haute couture, our curated choice of twenty of London\u2019s top stores is the ultimate guide to luxury shopping in the British capital.<\/p>\n

CONCEPT BRANDS<\/span><\/h3>\n

MATCHES CARLOS PLACE<\/h4>\n

This newly opened townhouse in Mayfair aims to give customers \u2018the most personal luxury shopping experience in the world. \u2019 The five story, 7000 sq ft space boasts private shopping floors to peruse curated designs from fashion\u2019s biggest names, a restaurant, event spaces and a broadcasting events hub to connect with customers globally. A. 5 Carlos Place W1 matchesfashion.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Get

Get personalised shopping experience at MATCHES CARLOS PLACE<\/p><\/div>\n

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\"Gucci

Gucci Thiara Bamboo Handle Crocodile Leather Bag at Matchesfashion<\/p><\/div>\n

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DOVER STREET MARKET<\/h4>\n

Rei Kawakubo of Commes des Garcons has created a luxury \u2018market\u2019 environment where independently designed spaces from a range of new and established brands mix with multi brand collections, art, and lighting installations. With outposts in New York, Tokyo, Singapore, Beijing and Los Angeles, this flagship London store sets a high benchmark. A. 18-22 Haymarket SW1\u00a0 doverstreetmarket.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Multi

Multi brand collection at Dover Street Market<\/p><\/div>\n

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BOUTIQUE 1<\/h4>\n

The Middle East\u2019s first high-fashion multi-brand concept is now a global network with a London flagship on Sloane Street. It carries an international designer fashion edit of names from Erdem to Elie Saab, plus homewares, beachwear, fine jewellery, gifting, books, and April\u2019s cafe from the creators of Bistroteque. A. 127\/128 Sloane Street SW1 boutique1.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

THE SHOP AT THE BLUEBIRD<\/h4>\n

\u2018London\u2019s best kept secret\u2019 has a new flagship, housed in a heritage coach house in Covent Garden, with three galleried floors and a central light filled courtyard. Contemporary labels mix with more established and lifestyle brands for men and women, with a fashion Illustration gallery, and exciting projects planned for summer. A. 29 Floral Street WC2 theshopatbluebird.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

BROWNS EAST<\/h4>\n

Mayfair mainstay Browns first new store in 20 years is an edgier, gender neutral space, mixing a regularly rotating edit of men\u2019s and women\u2019s luxury brands, with curated artwork, in store experiences, workshops hosted by brands, collaborators and influencers, and technology led purchasing (including stock transfers in 60 minutes). A. 21 Club Row E2 brownsfashion.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Curated

Curated artworks at Browns<\/p><\/div>\n

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MAISON ASSOULINE<\/h4>\n

\u2018One of the world\u2019s most beautiful bookstores\u2019, publishing company Assouline has created a cultural concept store in a heritage banking hall in Piccadilly. In addition to spectacular books, you will find furniture, limited edition gifts, and objects d\u2019art picked up on Assouline travels. And do try a cocktail at the in house Swans bar. A. 196a Piccadilly W1 assouline.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Swans

Swans bar at Maison Assouline, designed as a contemporary library<\/p><\/div>\n

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WOLF AND BADGER<\/h4>\n

Wolf and Badger acts as a platform to promote unique, ethical and emerging designers. It\u2019s new 12000 sq ft flagship store at the pioneering new Coal Drops Yard at Kings Cross showcases many of its 700 designers and features a florist, a fashion magazine and book store, juice bar and dedicated events space. A. Coal Drops Yard N1 wolfandbadger.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

BOUTIQUES<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

ALEX EAGLE<\/h4>\n

Alex worked at Harpers Bazaar before launching her boutique four years ago, which blends fashion, lifestyle, art and furniture with the warmth of a private home. Her eponymous menswear inspired label features alongside names such as Mark Cross and Issey Miyake. Eagle is a name to watch: last year she was named as a key figure shaping the global fashion industry. A. 6-10 Lexington Street W1 alexeagle.co.uk<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Hang

Hang out and get inspired at ALEX EAGLE<\/p><\/div>\n

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WILLIAM VINTAGE<\/h4>\n

Tucked away on a leafy London side street William Vintage is widely considered to offer the world\u2019s finest vintage clothing and haute couture. Open by appointment only, it\u2019s clientele includes Meghan Markle the Duchess of Sussex and Amal Clooney, with pieces from Yves Saint Laurent to Dior, purchased internationally from auctions and museums. A. 2 Marylebone Street W1 williamvintage.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

COUVERTURE AND THE GARB STORE<\/h4>\n

A hidden gem in a three story converted townhouse set within the diversity of Notting Hill, featuring cult, international labels with a tale to tell, limited edition collaborations and exclusive products. Shop the self titled menswear brand along with womenswear, beauty and eclectic homewares. A. 188 Kensington Park Road W11 couvertureandthegarbstore.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Find

Find emerging and independent labels at Couverture and the Garbstore<\/p><\/div>\n

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THE PLACE LONDON<\/h4>\n

The Place London is a high end multi brand boutique dedicated to individuality and innovation, with an admirable heritage: established by Simon Burnstein of luxury boutique Browns. Offering collections with craftsmanship, quality and technology as the linking theme, the brand is growing: the menswear store stands two doors away, and a new boutique opened in Paris this January. A. 27\/31 Connaught Street W2 theplacelondon.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

ALKEMISTRY<\/h4>\n

Newly opened in December 2018 by former Harrods buyer Kirstie Gibbs, on one of Covent Garden\u2019s most romantic streets, this fine jewellery boutique features curated collections from international female designers only, focussing on the concept of astrology and female empowerment. Brands include Robinson Pelham and celebrity favourite Kismet by Milka. A. 22 Floral Street WC2 thealkemistry.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Alkemistry

Alkemistry a place for women with a love of luxury to find original and wearable jewellery<\/p><\/div>\n

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\"Kismet

Kismet by Milka Open Struck Star Ring at thealkemistry.com<\/p><\/div>\n

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TRUNK CLOTHIERS<\/h4>\n

Housed in a heritage building in the exclusive streets of Marylebone, Trunk curates a selection of modern gentleman\u2019s classics from The UK, Japan, Italy and the US. With an emphasis on luxury brands with high levels of craft and provenance, and an international clientele, Trunk showcases designers not found elsewhere in London. A. 8 Chiltern Street W1 trunkclothiers.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

DESTINATION STORES<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

HOUSE OF DIOR BOUTIQUE<\/h4>\n

The dramatically overhauled flagship store was designed by superstar New York architect Peter Marino, combining classic Christian Dior with British tradition. Important artworks sit alongside a men\u2019s demi measure service, three private salons for VIP clients, the Maison collection and a perfume area where exclusive and private collections are presented. A. 160-162 New Bond Street W1 dior.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Showcasing

Showcasing the entire Dior universe under one roof of this flagship store<\/p><\/div>\n

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ASPREY<\/h4>\n

The store on Bond Street has been home to Asprey since 1847, and is one of the largest luxury goods stores in the world. The store showcases jewellery and silverware, watches, leather goods, silk, china and crystal, with Asprey craftsmen and designers working within the building. A. 167 New Bond Street W1 asprey.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Enjoy

Enjoy the bespoke services of Asprey<\/p><\/div>\n

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\"Hexagonal

Hexagonal Liqueur set in Amber Crystal at asprey.com<\/p><\/div>\n

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BURBERRY<\/h4>\n

Burberry\u2019s flagship has been reinvented as a concept store, under new creative Director Riccardo Tisci. The new look store features nine individually themed rooms celebrating the past, present and future of the brand, dramatically inspired by the building\u2019s history as a theater. This is Burberry, but not as we know it. A. 121 Regent Street W1 burberry.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

WATCHES OF SWITZERLAND<\/h4>\n

Europe\u2019s largest luxury watch showroom opened in 2014 and its marble, glass and dark wood design gets as much attention as its horological excellence. Have every need catered to by the concierge service, visit individual brand \u2018boutiques\u2019 or browse the calibre room,\u00a0hosting Breitling, Bremont and Longines to name a few. A. 155 Regent Street W1 watches-of-switzerland.co.uk<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Find

Find some of the rarest watches at Watches Of Switzerland<\/p><\/div>\n

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THE ROYAL EXCHANGE<\/h4>\n

One of London\u2019s most iconic listed buildings dating from 1571, refurbished as the most high end \u2018shopping centre\u2019 you\u2019re likely to find, the unmissable Royal Exchange houses luxury boutiques including Bulgari, Montblanc, Penhaligons and Hermes. Plus the Fortnum and Mason restaurant for post shopping recovery. A. 23 Royal Exchange EC3 theroyalexchange.co.uk<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

SMYTHSON<\/h4>\n

The lifestyle brand has returned to the home of Frank Smythson\u2019s first store for its 130th anniversary. The boutique is housed in a listed arts and crafts building, with a collections hall, a library, a gold stamping area where the Smythson craftsmen can be found personalising leather goods, and a bespoke stationery \u2018salon\u2019. A. 131-132 New Bond Street W1 smythson.com<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

\"Get

Get your personalised leather goods at Smythson\u2019s new Bond Street Boutique<\/p><\/div>\n

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BURLINGTON ARCADE<\/h4>\n

Dating back to 1819, Burlington arcade was originally designed as a fine jewellery destination for the upper classes. Two hundred years later it is still a prime luxury destination, housing Chanel, La Perla and trailblazing Egyptian female jewellery designer Azza Fahmy behind its historic frontage. A. 51 Piccadilly W1 burlingtonarcade.com<\/a> \u25fc
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\"From

From fine jewellers to celebrated perfumers, explore the luxury boutiques at the Burlington Arcade<\/p><\/div>\n

\"Azza

Azza Fahmy 18 Kt Gold & Sterling Silver Cuff at burlingtonarcade.com<\/p><\/div>\n

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