Great store. They had most size options available and staff were friendly…read more It was a bit cramped walking around which made it a harder to browse so maybe the store layout could be better. Their prices are always good if you keep an eye on their sales. I once bought a bunch of items that ALL went into the sale and find it quite common that happens so definitely keep an eye on their sales. I love how soft their pjs are too! They also make cute Christmas socks that are great for stocking fillers.

My 1st time in a Lingerie shop, if only they made gems like this for blokes! Haha…read more For the ladies only, located on the middle tier of the Bullring, it has a very strong French feel. Bright colours, a trendy feel, good displays, and they even have a video playing in the shop window & at the back of the store! I chose not to try their free bra fitting service! But some of you may feel obliged... A very modern and unique addition to Birmingham, your girlfriend will love it in here! Best take a few extra quid..

The internationally reknown surf brand billabong opens up it's doors in the Bullring. It's a pretty…read moretiny store compared to other surf shops in the city Like; O'neil's. It has the usual boardies, dresses, vest tops and a few accessories. There isn't many flip flops, bags purses etc, as you would find in other surf shops and the clothes are priced at a premium. Billabong clothes are well made and pretty funky with nice tailoring and special details. Unfortunately they are often ruined by the logo itself being rather unattractively slashed across the items of clothing.

I have only ever shopped in this store once when my niece asked me to get her a school bag from…read moreBillabong! The store itself was small-ish but they had a nice range of clothing and accessories that I can see people in Devon and Cornwall wearing! It is a very laid back surfer style shop yet the staff were really helpful, warm and friendly. The only reason for not returning is that I would not have anywhere to wear the clothes! I will probably have a look for some sandals here next summer as the staff were go nice and the quality seemed great

I like this Next location at the Bullring in Birmingham, the store has a nice feel to it, they have…read moreobviously spent more time and thought of the overall store look and feel, making it a much nicer place to shop than many other Next locations. Alongside the standard clothing offering, there is a Lipsy area and small Costa Coffee inside the store, although the overall facilities do lack compared to other stores, for example in Manchester, there is a Home section as well as Paperchase, Costa and a barber, the facilities overall are pretty good. I couldn't find a staff member anywhere on the shop floor which was pretty frustrating, the only time I encountered someone that worked here was at the checkouts! 4* - A relatively good store, it is laid out well, with some nice items for sale making it a good addition to the Bullring.

When I need to buy smarter clothes, either for work or formal events I've found after trial and…read moreerror for next to be the most reasonably priced whilst still stocking the selections I like. The store in the bull ring is one that has the most variety or work and casual clothes. Menswear is ground floor with its own entrance and ladies upstairs, there is an escalator taking you up but I've not yet figured out if you can go down inside the store. The staff here are attentive and pleasant, the clothes are kept reasonably tidy and organise giving that it's in the bull ring. I'm able to find most of the clothes here that they have on there website. And yes you should be able to do that, but the stores in Telford don't feel we need suits in the ladies section.

If you like to spend lots of money on a few pieces of classic and stylish clothing then this is for…read moreyou. The clothes are all designed by two Italians and I'm guessing their names are Madeline and Ann. They specialise in designer wear for young ladies and middle aged women. Even though they had a sale on the items were still far too expensive and I could probably find something similar elsewhere for a much lower price. I don't know about you but when I walk into a designer store there is often an uncomfortable atmosphere because of my very casual appearance. Here I can't fault their customer service though as the lady was very friendly and polite, not patronising! She even went as far as helping me choose an outfit with her expert fashion knowledge. It was almost like she was a personal guide. If I wasn't just window shopping there would be a nice new dress in my wardrobe right now. Like all designer stores the interior was contemporary and suited their smart casual clothing range. The shop was so well kept that it felt rude not to put a piece of clothing back in its right place. In summary Madeline Ann is a great designer store for discerning young and middle aged women.

Really like this store as its close to work and I've found it really usefull…read more Always buy my leggings from here as they do thick thermal leggings. Even though its a small store it has everything you need, work, casual, menswear, kidswear, swimwear, footwear, jewellery and home decor. Really nice staff with quite a few local regulars.

Dazzle is one of those shops that have a bit of everything for the ladies to wear and is located a…read morebit further up the road from the Acocks Green Village. As they had a bit of everything the rails were overflowing with garments and parts of the walls were covered in them as well. No two items looked the same so the clothes were simply categorised together. For example there were dresses in one section and skirts in another. The fact that there were so many garments made the place look cluttered. Besides the negative criticism I have to say, like all independent clothes stores, Dazzle offers something different to the high street. This is relieving because like most ladies I don't like clashing with other people. I thought most of the clothes were great and it looked like they had something to suit every occasion. They had ball gown/ prom dresses to casual clothes and flat shoes to stilettos. Pretty diverse right? The clothes were quiet cheap; the ball gown/ prom dresses were about £50.00. With prices this cheap I was wary about the quality of the materials but with clothes this cheap I could simply replace them. The lady who worked here was very friendly as well and unlike many other Sales Assistants she actually made the effort to have a conversation. I know some customers may not like this but I do!

This is a great branch of one of my favourite shops - always well-stocked with the latest pieces,…read morewith extremely helpful staff who I've known to call nearby stores to locate a garment in my size if they've not been able to help. Love the stuff in here, and in the adjoining Accessorise - always worth a look!

This is a combined Monsoon and Accessorise on the High Street not far from Touchwood. Although the…read moreclothes are sometimes pricey, they are made of good quality fabric and with a great finish that helps justify the extravagance. I find that the clothes are a great shape for hourglass figures. The Monsoon sale is a thing of great beauty with extensive discounts on many items, so it is well worth stocking up. I have a beautiful black skirt embroidered in cerise which cost me less than £20, and my favourite black and white linen top was a showstopping £7 in the sale here. The Accessorise section has inexpensive jewellery, scarves and bags. One winter scarf this year was so popular that half my team in the office are wearing the various colour options! There are also a few homeware items in the store, although for more of this you will need to visit the Bullring branch in Birmingham.

Drive along the Redditch Road and find this big converted barn housing a veritable banquet of…read morevintage goods! Mention that ubiquitous word and you might immediately think of clothes. At The Vintage Barn though, there is an emphasis on furniture, homewares and memorabilia. Pictures, clocks, lights, vases, dining sets, pin badges, books, games, kitchenware, electric fans, figurines and a whole load of curios await you. AND some tasty looking, warm-sounding hi-fi equipment refurbished with USB slots! Everything is artistically displayed, with exhibit-like qualities, so if you see something you like, they'll be another beauty nearby that will fit well with it. Everywhere you look there are items from yesteryear that you simply must have. And at these reasonable rates you'll happily walk away with some treasures. On the day we went I came out with a Gold Label Barley Wine dish, some 1970s Sparklets for a soda siphon and some Swinging Inn Sign Cocktail Sticks, for under a fiver, all in. My friend spotted a tall £30 glass vase, and was pleased to hear that because they take credit cards, then she could take it home that day. New stock is arriving all the time so it's worth visiting regularly, to find more unique pieces for your home.

My family & I have visited the vintage barn twice in the past month or so....and have never left…read moreempty handed! The range of products suits a wide audience - there's something for everyone & is a great place to find a present. This chilly barn ( wrap up in the winter) sells a variety of clothes, china/dinner ware, glass ware, ornaments, jewellery, furniture, records..the list goes on...from years gone by. Its a great place to root around but also everything is well organised & visible. Our incredible purchases include a a three piece men's suit (£30), a cut glass salad bowl with condiment holders, vintage watch, two brooches, Stevie Wonder LP, a fascinator, two dresses (£4&£6) glass bowl (£3), tie bar & cuff links, fur coat & our favourite ( see photo) a 60s Formica table & stools (£45) The barn is run by a lovely couple who are not overbearing & are very knowledgeable & friendly. They also have a Facebook page so you can keep an eye on any new furniture being uploaded at great prices. The team there also run the Moseley retro & vintage fayre - which is on once a month. Check Facebook for details

The Candy Store is one of Birmingham's best kept secrets…read more This shop wont fail to surprise you, and has some great quirky t-shirts. The decor is tasteful and the shop is fitted out well. You can find several trendy pieces in here which is great for an independent outlet with a mixed price range. Friends or relatives can lounge in the large comfy sofa's whilst they wait., or just admire the store & furniture. I'd recommend The Candy Store to anyone visiting Birmingham. Spend some time in here and you will find something that catches your eye. The staff are very helpful, and also told me about the tailoring on some of the t-shirts I was admiring. Worth a visit!!

"Genuine Street Goodness" is the tag line for this urban apparel shop, but I think that's wrong. I…read morethink The Candy Store is more than goodness, I believe it's one of Birmingham's best stores and something to be proud of. Established in 2007 The Candy Store has been a beacon in independent street brands, stocking items that might not appear on any other high street rail. Stocking some of the best street brands in the world such as: 10 Deep The Hundreds Jilted royalty (owners brand) Crooks & Castles Diamond supply Fame Benny Gold The shop itself is slick and tidy; each brand has its own section/rails with select items laid on shelves to catch attention. There are some cool bikes and a great sound system in there always playing interesting and fresh urban music. Though it can sometimes be hard to tell the staff apart from the people hanging in the store, everyone has been friendly and happy to help whenever I have been in. An independent urban clothing store could be quite intimidating for a mom to pop into to buy her kid something, I've seen It happen, but the staff here have all the time in the world for anyone who might not have the insider knowledge on what's cool and what's not. The prices range from £15 for a tshirt upto £85 for a shirt it all depends on the brand/season of the item that you have selected. They take card and have an online store too. The sales are known to be really good so keep checking back at their website and inshore. http://www.thecandystoreclothing.com/