Zu is THE place to shop for beautiful shoes. Its cozy winter boots are to die for in leather and in…read moresuede, and it has a show-stopping range of metallic and bejewled flats for summer. But it's in the realm of high heels that Zu really comes into its own. Unluckily for me, I possess the skinniest feet in the universe. Happily for me, Zu caters for such abnormally anorexic feet - bad luck to you wider-soled sisters. I'm pretty happy with this turn of events, as is my wallet: Zu shoes rarely cost as much as they might elsewhere. But my favourite thing about Zu is the range within its stock. Bang on trend block colour satin heels are available, as are Hollywood's favourite nude pumps. But in addition to these overly fashionable shoes, the old faves still have a place - black stilettos and silver strappy sandals are readily available here too.

Valley Girl is the prototype of this kind of store; lots and lots of floorspace, lots and lots of…read moreclothes. If you're looking for a cheap place to up the trend-factor in your wardrobe, Valley Girl is where it's at. However, the emphasis must be on the cheap; the prices are cheap and so are the clothes. If you're picky about quality or want something that will last, then Valley Girl is categorically not for you. But if you're in the market for a lacey vest to go over your festival outfit, a few basic singlets or something in the colour of the season, then go wild.