It's always a delight to come into this shop. There's such a grandness to it... and all the home…read morefurnishings and decorative merchandise feels really solid - like there's a traditional English sturdiness to everything; nothing too fragile to withstand a lifetime of use. I consider GTO a sure bet for gifts - or when I'm just in the mood to purchase something lovely for my own sheer enjoyment. It seems as if the buyers here really scour...the product assortment is classic, but usually with a interesting twist... almost everything they have on offer is something distinctive and really worth having. The products run the gamut of home furnishings... vases, dishes, accent pillows, hard bound books... even bath and body products. I'm especially a fan of their glassware... it's all very sturdy and uniquely decorated - I once found some very elegant, very masculine, tan-coloured tumblers that looked like they'd be at home in the hand of James Bond - the guy who got them thought they were marvelous. They also have a charming card and stationary section... really different and lovely.

This place is an old Chelsea institution, although the atmophere is less unique since they moved…read moreinto a modern new space from their old rabbit-warren around the corner. Basically, they sell three things: - expensive vintage European (not really antique) Asian and European furniture and accessories (leather armchairs, side-tables, elephants carved from driftwood, pond yachts, stone Buddhas) -Serious home things - porcelain, lamps, framed prints, soaps and fine linens, all with a fairly traditional style - All manner of gifty things, especially at Christmas - joke books, small toys, decorations, silver picture frames, scented candles... A good place to come and look for presents, or a nineteenth century brass telescope on a tripod at a 300% markup. (Update - the cafe has gone)

If you're looking for a gift for any woman/girl in your life you will always find something in…read moreNaughty But Nice. It's full of beautiful and sometimes quirky trinkets. My boyfriend doesn't even mind going in there (he's not much of a shopper), he'll just stand there smelling every variety of incense stick they have while I mooch around!

Naughty but nice is one of my favourite shops in Brackell, the have quirky gifts and cards all at…read moregood prices. The items they sell are really individual and well laid out. There is lighting, jewellery, pictures, all make lovely gifts. The store is family run, so it has a nice friendly atmosphere. The shop is a bit on the small side, I just widh it was a bit bigger, then they would have lots more great stuff!

I guarantee you that if you are looking for a pressie for your mum or nan, you will find it here…read more It is a mum and nan heaven! Sitting conveniently opposite the entrance to Hampton Court Palace, The Gardenarium sells garden gifts (not big stuff like lawnmowers), such as trowls, matts, watering cans etc, as well as a full range of home gifts. I spied a cabinet full of jewellery, candles, cushions, kitchenware, organic jams, chocolates etc. The items on sale here are well chosen. The food comes from places like Daylesford Organic, the kitchenware includes a range from Emma Bridgewater. I love her stuff so much. But it is pricy. My dream would be to have a kitchen with all of her spotty range in. Spotty crockery makes me happy. There were plenty of yummy mummies visiting when I was here. I'm sure this shop gets its full share of tourists. Even though I live in this area, I don't see why I can't shop like a tourist too - why let them have all the fun?

A lovely shop for browsing and finding little treasures and treats for the home and garden. If…read moreyou've always craved a French bistro chair, you'll find them here, in an impressive and surprising range of colours, from sky blue to aubergine. Their other garden furniture is pretty, tempting and often well-priced. Also worth looking here, for sweet, inspiring and sometimes quirky items for gifts - suitable for all age groups and tastes - or as a personal treat.

Love this local boutique...gorgeous and unique jewelry pieces, candles, gifts, quality lingerie,…read moreholiday wear...so much! Not to mention wonderful customer service and warm, helpful staff that makes you feel right at home.

This is a pretty little shop selling all kinds of magical gifts. The shop looks beautiful from the…read moreoutside and is well worth a visit inside to see what little bits and pieces you can pick up. The staff are extremely helpful and are delighted to welcome you in to the store.

If you are in a hurry for a nice quirky pressie, the lemon tree is the shop to lose yourself in and…read morea few quid as well, though you can get nice things for £1. It is a lovely shop with lots of intersting and original ideas and the staff is also brilliant, helping you make up your mind. Worth visiting it!

Citrus Gifts is a cute little gift shop on the upper level of Centre Court Shopping Centre in…read moreWimbledon. They also have an online presence but the shop carries a fun cross section of their goods They have gifts which will fit around the home and garden, like cushions, boxes, candle holders and photo frames but these are unique designs not found in other shops. I like their goods with funny or wise sayings on them Worth a browse for gifts for female friends or couples

Selling everything from buckets to biros, this discount store does exactly what it says on the tin…read more Household. Toiletries. Stationery, it boasts on the outside, and it doesn't disappoint. If you would like to investigate the most broom combos in London, look no further. But if you're doing housework on a budget, pop in and support this local business.

Henry Stokes has been in the same corner since 1861, making them one of the oldest tenants of…read moreElizabeth Street. They specialize in personalized stationary including invitations, letterheads and correspondence cards and are also agents for Crane and William Arthur, the two leading U.S. stationers. They have a great variety of styles, from the very classic, to new modern styles. They also sell post cards and have a book shopping service. It has a very charming and helpful staff ready to hear your needs and deliver you whatever you might need.

This is the type of shop you wish you had around the corner. The staff are exceptionally friendly…read moreand helpful and they have almost everything you could possibly need from a stationary shop from copper engraved wedding invitations to that last minute perfect gift. An absolute must if you're in the area.