Having already discovered the David James in Oakwood, on Roundhay Road, I thought it only fair to mention that Horsforth too has a branch. On my prior visits to Horsforth I had somehow managed to miss the main street of shops for the lesser shopping area, not that either are worth overlooking as both have a lot to offer. However, this meant that I hadn't found the Horsforth branch of David James. On another visit, on the advice that there are a number of great clothing shops, I happily discovered this secondary branch.
Yet again I was impressed by their imaginative and beautiful window displays! There was one whole section themed in blues, ivories and greys with some delightful wall papers - one was embossed with a menagerie of zoo animals and another had a silver birch tree pattern for example. The display was finished off with other decorative examples of materials, blinds and other items. There was another window which was themed in rich reds and oranges, with some luxury cushions and curtains on show, all put together in a bit more of a vintage fashion.
All in all, the shop is a delight to wander around and get some great interiors ideas/advice. There are hundreds of different materials and themes to browse and it's certainly a great starting place if you're thinking of an overhaul in one of your rooms! Now, if only I had my own home so that I might utilise such a lovely place! I think the only odd touch to the shop was the Marilyn Manson painting by the door, but hey, even if it didn't quite match the style of the shop it was pretty cool!
With made to measure curtains, fabrics from £10 a metre, accessories, design, lighting and more, this place is a great place to start if you're going for that all important redecoration. read more