Hidden up two flights of stairs on a side street near L1 is The Dressing Room. My expectation was…read morethat this vintage designer boutique would be way out of my price range and rather elitest. How wrong I was! It's a gorgeous set-up with chandeliers and fabric draped across the ceiling with luxurious silky curtains. It reminded me of a princess's dressing room (and boy does she have good taste!) No two items are the same and they choose only the finest quality vintage outfits, none of that run of the mill 'I'll have to sew that here, and take that up there' nonsense. They not only sell vintage but also designer and upcoming labels which are all mixed together on the rails, hanging lovingly side by side could be a stunning designer dress and a 1920s vintage piece. The price ranges are as varied as the styles with dresses ranging from £20 to around £500 so everyone has the opportunity to buy their little piece of unique clothing! The accessories were amazing, they had headbands, brooches, rings, earrings... all sorts of little gems that would be great as gifts or as a personal treat, now these were the real bargains, all carefully handpicked and oh so cheap. Forget the common Topshop dresses and the outfit clashes and purchase some top quality threads from a boutique that will make you feel like royalty. They had some beautiful prom dress style formal wear, I just need an occasion and I'll be back with my credit card quicker than you can say Gok Wan.

Want to know what makes this place special? It's not the advert on Juice FM but the welcoming and…read morehelpful Lana and her knowledge of formal and casual designer wear. The celebrity launch party donated a big slice of the income to charity. The shop's white interior is well lit and shows off the fasion well. It has a realxing atmosphere with pop music playing in the background. One of the coolest security guards you will ever meet keep a close eye on the bags, jewelry and ladies designer fasion. Check out the Buba bags as worn by Katy Price (aka Jorden). Despite the designer look and really good fashion the prices are great but don't be mistaken - you should not start comparing April Boutique to TK Max. Prices range from £50 to £500 but there are payment schemes to help. Bring your wages and visit the VIP area with seating TV and drinks.

It surprises me not a jot that April Boutique are pulling out the Summer Sale banners. This is an…read moreextremely expensive store with extremely specialist contents. Even in the window is a sign just to inform the casual passer by of payment plans which are available. I don't know about you, but I don't plan on taking out a mortgage for a dress anytime soon! However, this boutique exudes elegance, celebrity chic and high fashion. Even the mannequins glitter with silver mirrors, enticing custom into the shop. When I have been by, it has always seemed empty but if only one customer bought a dress per day, I think they'd make their rent! A shopping experience for the rich, the VIP and the wannabe wealthy. Beauty (fashion at least) comes at a price!

Similar to the other clothing shops in the precinct, this only stands out because of the lovely…read morestaff, who are always helpful and polite. Same sorts of clothes as everywhere else, and a small shoe and bag section, with some additional accessories near the till. For some reason there always seems to be a lot of mums with pushchairs in here, though I can't quite figure out why. Prices are competitive, quality occasionally questionable, but generally a pretty decent clothes shop.

It is difficult to speak passionately about these ubiquitous stores adjacent, opposite, and above a…read morevery similar store selling very similar merchandise in a vey similar way. However STorm is probably the more famous, more popular store of the bunch. I must say, I preferred the old store near Lewis's, while the stock was similar, the shop was larger and brighter, there was more stuff and more space to look; it was a little decrepit, but it wasn't in St John's which I tend to find dark and claustrophobic Now there is no alternative I shop here. The stock is variable with some obligatory tat but an occassional bargain (as with most of these style stores) and the staff are always on hand and very helpful.

Bravissimo is a life saver. Ok, I'm guessing most people don't know what it's like to be more than…read moreample on top, but I can tell you it's a pain in the arse. And the back. And on top of that you have to spend your life wearing granny bras and over-the-shoulder-bolder-holders. Now that there's a Bravissimo in Liverpool, all that has changed. Say goodbye to your dull grey bosom buddies that could theoretically be used as hammocks. Bravissimo stocks girly, colourful bras that fit all sizes, even the sizes that you didn't dream were physically possible without surgical enhancement. Not only that, they also have a range of clothes and swimwear for the top-heavy lady. I'm not really bothered about the swimwear, as I don't like strap marks so my bikinis usually disappear as long as no one's looking, but the clothes are essential. Available in curvy, really curvy or super curvy, even the sizes don't make you think of yourself as overly big. A must have for all top heavy women, but good for 'normal' sizes too. If you haven't discovered Bravissimo yet, I pity your boyfriends.....

I am not the best person to review this shop for obvious reasons but I'll do my best!…read more Bravissimo is a specialist shop that offers a wide variety of bras to suit all sizes, so whether you're flat-chested or top-heavy, staff can kindly assist to give you the perfect fit whatever your taste. They come in all shapes, sizes and colours so it doesn't matter if you want to look pretty in pink or bold in blue, they have it all. Their prices are normally higher than most standard stores but this is understandable due to their difference. Bravissimo is not your average shop and you will not find any shop similar nearby, so it is a great place to find what you're looking for.

Isha is an interesting little women's clothing shop with a definite Indian bent on Grange Road…read moreWest. Whether you wear Indian clothes all the time, or you just want something unusual for a costume party or general wear, you can certainly find some interesting and pretty dresses and other clothing items here. Clothing is fairly good quality compared with some similar items you will find in Birkenhead Market, for instance, and prices are fairly decent.

This was a great shop! Lots of great t-shirts and fashionable pants and shirts!…read more I found 2 very collectible Nirvana T-Shirts and grabbed them immediately. The staff was a lot of fun and just a general good vibe in here! It's super amusing to me how friendly the shopkeepers are in every town we visited. I know that a lot of their income is from tourists but it seems they go above and beyond to help you. This shop was along one main though fare that led to this bombed out church at the of street. It was on Joe's list of things he wanted to see. This street stretched out for a mile with tons of interesting shops, there was even a thrift store where I purchased a pair of flip-flops for 2 quid! Sweet

It's hard to know who wouldn't be a fan of Resurrection really as it seems to cover just about…read moreevery fashion group out there. Resurrection has slowly taken over Drome's mantle as Liverpool's number one independent retailer, reflecting the city's changing fashion tastes and as it has done so, steadily expanding its premises and range. The men's fashion primarily falls into two categories of modern, urban wear - what with your hoodies and printed, pop-culture t shirts n that - and vintage clothing - old clothes. Within these there is plenty that can be found for all tastes as long as you are veering towards the casual side of things and like more independent, smaller names. The trainers aren't quite as varied as some other retailers but as the store has recently expanded there's no reason to suggest that Resurrection doesn't have its eyes set on dominating the Liverpool fashion scene completely.

When living in America, Forever 21 was the only (and I mean only) affordable and fashionable store…read moreat the local mall. This meant I spent at least every other weekend there, browsing through the items and spending the majority of my money. Returning to the UK, I missed it - a cross between New Look and Primarni, it's just another option to have. Lo and behold, it's made its way to the UK! Sadly, Manchester only has a store at the Trafford Centre, of which I am not a fan, so realising there was a branch in Liverpool was an amazing feeling. Not only that, it was literally around the corner from our hotel - brucie bonus. A large, purpose built store, it spans 4 floors. Men downstairs, and 3 levels of women's; party wear, basics, lingerie, active, accessories, shoes, and denim. That about covers it. As with the other stores I mentioned, you're not exactly paying for quality, but you know what you're getting yourself in for. There's a lot of colour and texture, something you don't always find in other high street stores, and it's nice to have some more individual pieces - one top I bought in Tennessee has become a firm favourite, and I get compliments every time I wear it.