This Review is for the Smythson located within Heathrow Terminal 5 and downstairs within the…read moreshopping arcade. I wandered in twice in the last several weeks, as this was a British Air transfer point as we were flying from SFO to JNB and back. And this was well before the latest Covid/Omicron events. I'm a huge fan of Smythson's yearly Panama-style diaries and I've picked up other premium leather goods over the years. Hence, it was a treat to enter and look around this small stylish shop. This stuff is relatively expensive and even more so since LHR shops no longer offer a VAT break. There were a few sale items to check out, which are often certain colors of otherwise full priced offerings. I ended up with some personalized note cards, an eye glass sleeve, and spotted items that I hope go on sale in the future. It's often wise to also check their online offerings as the store doesn't always carry them. And for some odd reason, if I can get into the Smythson's UK site and order for USA delivery, it's a little cheaper than ordering from home. And of course, if you're into pretty Smythson pouches and bags with your purchase, this is also your place.

This is a small branch in terminal 3. So keep that in mind, as their selection is smaller than…read moretheir London branch or other major cities branches. However you can order online and have them ship it to this location so you can pick it up before or after your flight. Overall this place sells purses, wallets, handbags, back packs, key chains, jewelry boxes etc etc. Their products are made with Italian leather. And they have a small section for men. They have a very elegant selection. So it can be a great stop to pick a nice present without having to spend a lot of time shopping. However you might end up spending a lot of money. For example an average size jewelry box was about 1,000 pounds. Not too expensive, but not too cheap either. Their service was excellent and very personal.

Hermes is a store that I cannot pass by without a quick pop-in. Although the location is smaller…read morein size, I found the London Heathrow location (Terminal 3, I believe) to be equally as grand as a larger shop. Was able to find a a blanket and scarf for my new home. Thank you to Liz for being so helpful. She was very kind, as well as patient while I was trying to determine which scarf to purchase. Thank you to Hermes for helping me create a beautiful space in my home, and thank you to Liz for making a poption of my 34-hour journey home, enjoyable. Lara D.

So much beautiful bling to adorn any special lady, preferably me! So little time to shop, oh well,…read moreI will miss my plane connection. You've got to have priorities. The shop was small with cases of one of a kind artisan jewelry. Thick gold rings and bracelets and mostly precious metals. The clerks were not anxious to wait on me. I must have not looked like a serious shopper. Or perhaps they were busy with Valentine shoppers. In any case, their target audience is the impulse buyer internationally entourage. All the shops are duty free so you save on tax. I left empty handed but carried a few sparkly dreams away.

Omega is a world famous Swiss brand that specialises in watches first and foremost, though also in…read moreother accessories such as fine jewellery and leather goods. Supported by an all-star cast of ambassadors that includes the likes of Cindy Crawford, George Clooney and Daniel Craig, it's quite clear that the quality exuded by Omega's products should never be left to question. Even if you don't have two thousand quid for a tops watch, you can leave your wallet on planet Earth and indulge in a nice, leather bound desktop organiser or diary. They also have some really nice personal stuff too like charm bracelets and jewel-encrusted rings. Being in Terminal 1 makes Omega tax free, but not necessarily cheap.

ReaLly helpful staff in this small outlet,with a good selection of the latest bags. The assistant…read morecouldn't do enough to help me.

The customer service at This store is like no other ! The staff are friendly and unpretentious…read morewhich makes you want to buy more !!! Thank you !!

There are some duty free items in Heathrow's Terminal 5 that may actually be cheaper than in the…read moreStates. The duty free Prada shop may be one of them. You might want to check this store out before leaving Europe.

This Chanel is located inside the Heathrow Airport which is located pretty close to Harrods. The…read moreinside of the store is pretty small but they had a lot of variety inside. At the time I came here which was mid afternoon, there was only one more other person looking around. Plenty of staff members and if anything I think it is way too many. But maybe on a busier day, they will be needed. I recently bought some earrings, a card holder and also a wallet on chain bag. They had plenty of different options from light to dark colors. If they don't have the bag that you are looking for, it's not going to hurt you to ask. Service was very quick and fast compared to the normal stores outside of the airport. But it might not have everything in this store so be aware. If your looking for a very specific bag I would say to call first and also call the regular stores too!

Excellent service! I walked in not expecting much, but ended up making a purchase. Such a luxury…read moreexperience and even though it wasn't an outside airport Chanel store, it was still an authentic experience. I know they don't use yelp out there, but I'm writing one anyways

Took a very expensive pair of shoes in to have heels rebuilt and resoled. Asked for full leather…read morework and quoted £35 for 6 leather heel builds and 2 leather soles. When picked up they had rubber soles and heels covers. Was fed some rubbish about how these were there to protect the new leather and that shoes don't breathe through leather soles anyway! Several top shoe makers say very differently. On closer inspection the heels had been filled only, with nice soft rubber and through the holes in the soles saw nice new black rubber. The rubber wasn't there to protect the new leather at all. it was there to hide the fact that there was no leather. Leather soled shoes ARE healthier for feet but not very good at hiding bodge jobs. To add insult to serious injury there were nicks out of the uppers that were clearly done whilst trimming the rubber soles, though these had been nicely hidden with polish or blacker. Basically charged a fortune for a job that was knowingly bodged using the cheapest possible materials, fed a packet of lies about the job and damaged a £120 pair of shoes in the process. Hi-res pictures available.

Great service!!! Very friendly people. Been going here for 20 years. Never had a problem. family…read morerun business always helping me out with any problems. I always recommend them to friend and family.