Worth a visit. Its a bit on the expensive side but has good…read morequality stuff. And it ideally across for the train Station

It's rare that you find an independent department store these days. Even Bentalls has been bought…read moreby John Lewis, so you can imagine my excitement when I stumbled out of Brixton tube station into Morleys. It's the perfect shop to waist some time in while your waiting for friends at the station. Now don't expect anything too special, you have your regular department brands like the Arcadia group but you also get Dune shoes, fabulous make up counters, various other smaller designers as well as Helen W's favourite, Jane Norman. Seriously, I can't leave her in her without he coming out with bags full of new outfits. They also have an extensive home department upstairs with rugs, bedding and quirky lamps. As you walk up the stairs to the upper floors they have lists of celebs born in the area and what street they lived on. it's all very cool, very Brixton. It's a lovely shopping experience and if you love high street brands totally worth the visit.

This is what all bookshops should be like, in my opinion - small and cosy but packed to the rafters…read morewith intriguing tomes, none of which I went in for but most of which I'd happily drag home with me. Browsing in Herne Hill Books can be an expensive pastime - it's like someone put together a range of reading materials especially for my amusement, education and edification - but a thoroughly pleasurable one. The staff are great, really knowledgeable and chatty and proud to be there.

From the owner: New books, interesting books, good books, all categories. We…read moreorder books for the NEXT DAY. We source rare, out of print & U.S. titles. We give good recommendations. We have events with local authors. The shop is small; small but potent. Come along and find something to entertain, inform and/or edify.

Limited selection of fresh produce and in general. Otherwise clean and a good quick alternative. .read more

If you haven't already, try the Taste the Difference Fish Pie. So nummy!read more

Now this is what a decent Charity shop should be like! A mixture of vintage and modern styles,…read moreclean, displayed well and with changing rooms so you can try stuff on. They only thing that fails is the price, £15 skirts, £17 for dresses, it just seems a little steep for a second hand store. Also, can you haggle in a charity shop or is that rude? I went here with Larissa D and we questioned this as the skirt she wanted to buy was missing a button. Anyway, it seems to be that Brixton's hipsters have forgotten about this gem as it stocks some awesome 60s and 70s clothing, leather bags and quirky shirts. I just wish it was a little cheaper!

This does the job, as a charity shop should-- it's cheap, generally decent, and all that…read more HOWEVER, I really want to see more from it: They promise they've got all sorts of things running, including reconstructing (fugly) vintage garments to top style. But when you go in there? It's all just the same. Hint, though: Hit the branches in posher areas of town, and they're filled with new/tagged suits and much nicer stuff. This is definitely noughty-Lambeth-style shab. Which is OK. I just want the store to live up to its claims.

Independent Trading Centre Warehouse Indoor Market has loads of various stalls where you can find…read moreunique wares produced and sold by local businesses. I found books, butchers, jewellery, bags and even a photographer's studio in here. Bartering is the name of the game. If you find something awesome but you think it's too pricey then, if you have the gift of gab, most likely you can talk your way into getting a serious discount.

Diverse is one of those "PC" words that makes you think of other words like inclusions, difference,…read moreto allow or make room for difference, unique... In fact, it makes me think of the United Colours (I know it's spelt the other way but I can't bring myself to knowingly spell it incorrectly) of Benetton ads that were profuse and popular in the 90s - posters of a blood smeared newborn, political and religious figures kissing, a brown/black/African American breast, feeding a white baby. Oh how controversial! However this shop is an absolute treasure trove that encapasses all the that that we love about diversity. Run by the lovely Anita it delivers a combination of unusual gift and trinkets with fun item for your own home. With a wonder array of wrapping and cards, the earthy and ethnic feel makes for comfortable and enticing viewing. There is even a line of natural personal care products that by simply perusing the Indian Hemp and Haitian Vetiver Body Wash makes you feels like you have just done something to helpful for civilisation and mankind! I have popped in a few times and have always come away smiling and with a nostalgic exciting that I used to get when I had just completed my, "new stationary shop" at the end of the summer holidays, pending the return to school. Suddenly the prospect of going back to school has been transformed into one of utter joy. Showing off my new Willy Wonka pencil case to my mates! Not that Anita sells WW pencil cases, but she does sell goodies that are far more exciting yet equally thrilling!

From the owner: Design-led jewellery, gifts, books and cards (including a wide range of multi-ethnic cards for…read moreeveryday occasions and various festivals) - plus traditional toys and crafts for children. Main UK stockist of Nubian Heritage organic shea butter bath and body range.

What a cute little shop full of niknaks for the home - if I had the doe I would spend it in here!…read moreAs well as home-ware and art from independent designers they also sell stationary, gift bags and awesome cards! Some of their lampshades, cushions, place mats etc have the most adorable patterns - love the pinepples and flamingos! They also have an online website which I can't stop browsing!

From the owner: Barnaby & Co is an online interiors and gift shop. We offer a unique shopping experience, selling…read morehomewares, art and gifts from independent designers alongside pieces produced by larger design houses such as Bloomingville and Lucie Kaas. We have curated a collection of fabulous pieces, featuring makers such as Rosa & Clara Designs, Stuart Gardiner, Matt Needle and Sabrina Fossi. Our makers span across Europe, each one incorporating their design heritage into their products. There are lots of pieces from London's own designer makers too. We've been featured in several publications including Hello!, House Beautiful, The World Of Interiors, Vogue, Sussex Style and Le Bonbon to name a few. We hope you like our collection as much as they do. Barnaby & Co.

Duo Dance stocks all kinds of dance shoes, leotards, tights and dancewear. Almost everything you…read morecould be looking for. Should you decide to pick up a pair of jazz shoes or dance tights on a weekday at 4pm, then you are likely to be met with a hoard of Dulwich mothers doing likewise. As it does get ridiculously busy and during these times actually getting served is rather an unrealistic luxury. It is much better to leave and come back at a quieter time than to spend many frustrating hours waiting. The staff here can be rather snotty with the mentality that Duo Dance is the centre of the universe, but as there are no other dancewear shops in the area or any that are so well stocked, this is something that you have to put up with.

I will definitely be ordering from Duo Dance again! I…read moreordered shoes and heel guards over the Internet - you can't beat the prices (even with the currency conversion), the order was processed quickly, my questions were answered promptly, and I can't be more pleased with the service I received. Thanks, again!