I love specsavers in Dumfries. Great selection of glasses to…read morecover all budgets from very basic ones to designer ranges. They offer a whole selection of tinting, reaction coating, scratch resistance etc. staff are professional and polite. Store is easy to access with a wheel chair or buggy. highly recommended and are definately our choice of optitians in the region.

A department store, similar to say Macys or Dillards here in the states, right down to the cafe in…read morestore. Such a quaint feature, I love that. I was looking for something specific, but they didn't have it, so instead I decided to look for nylons, HUZZAH! They had those, and reasonable. Their clothing wasn't the best, but I did find makeup wipes and some other things as well. I was impressed that they carry bras in larger cup sizes.

Needed a well earned brew after cycling 10 miles to Dumfries so decided on the Expresso Bar at M&S…read morein the town centre. As always the fair trade tea was top notch and a nicely presented sandwich with a little biscuit did the trick in reviving me. Nice place to meet for a chat and the staff are very helpful and pleasant.

Not a bad smaller-size shopping centre but very handy if it's raining as it was recently when I was…read morein Dumfries!! It made a useful place to shop and browse without getting soaked. There are several good branches of 'high street' stores in there, like HMV, and some places to have a cup of tea and a snack as well. It's next to the main multi-story car park - again ideal if it's wet!

the loreburne centre is ok. I wouldnt go out of your way to go there though as theyre not that many…read moreshops. Theres a pretty good next shop, a surprisingly good poundland (seriously), and a good HMV. Obviously theres a bit more than that, but if you've been to shopping centres in Ayr, and Carlisle and places like it, then the Loreburne centre falls short by quite a bit. You'll need to avoid the Big Issue sellers on your way in as well, none of whom are homeless by the way.

Clothes for the younger market or disposable evening wear. Bright shiny fashion forward outfits…read morejostle for your attention be you Emo, Nu Rave or 80's throwback. Some amazing bits to be found if you look beneath the surface. Reasonable prices, loud music, tiny changing rooms.

Ok - Internationale is pretty cheap and can at times verge on the tacky (I am being kind) But there…read moreare some gems to be found. I have a big mixture of jeans in my wardrobe from designer to high street. My oldest pair are 10 years old from Internationale. They cost next to nothing, fit perfectly and wash like a dream! Not all their stuff is like this but it is worth a look. Beware though, you probably have to be under 25 to get away with buying most of their stuff and under 20 to get away with lots of it. One thing I do still go in there for is tights. £2 or £3 and just as good as Marks more expensive pairs.

Clothing for the younger market or those who like to be Whitney dressed as Britney…read more Good for evening wear, jeans, sparkly tops and shorter ladies as they have a good Petite range. Good priced shoes and jewellery too.

I usually really like Dorothy Perkins but this store never seems to 'float my boat' for some…read morereason. Usually I would say DP's clothes are reasonable priced, decent quality and great for work, every day wear. They also do nice costume jewellery and accessories and pretty good shoes. However, this store is quite small and doesn't ever seem to have much variety. I would say it is ok if you are looking for a top for work but doesn't offer much else. It is a shame because the Burton's up the stairs seems to have much more stock.

Monsoon sells some of the most beautiful clothes - but you really do have too pay for them. I think…read morethat Monsoon have a really distinct style which I like but understand is not for everyone. Their clothes are of outstanding quality but can sting the pocket a little bit. I don't mind paying for something unique or special but sometimes I wonder how they can justify a £50 price tag on a plain top similar to one being sold for a third of the price across the way in Next. Monsoon is where I would go for a really special outfit - wedding etc. Sale rail is always worth a look.

Love Monsoon but so vastly overpriced to be honest to can get good quality clothing from young…read moredesigners online at much more reasonable prices, though I am tempted when an occasion calls for something a little special.

This is a pretty small shop but I think that is standard for Claire's. The have a good selection of…read morecostume jewelry, hair accessories, socks, tights, basic fancy dress items and cute little gifts. The items are always reasonably priced and are good for what they are. Particularly if you are buying for a teen. The staff are always really friendly too. To sum it up - cheap and cheerful.

My daughter loves claires accessories, it is full of girly things, and you can get your childrens…read moreears pierced too. Only draw back is , is that is tiny ! you couldnt get a wheel chair in the shop, and if your carrying a big shopping bag, you will never get in the place.