I am getting married next year, so have been around a few of the bridalwear shops in the area (not…read morethat there are very many in Cambridge city to begin with!). This was the first place I tried - and it was by far the best! You do have to book in advance if you want to try on wedding dresses as it gets very busy, especially on weekends. There's a room downstairs for private fittings, where (once you've made your appointment) you can try on dresses to your heart's content! The service is fantastic and the staff really professional and patient. If you tell them you have to stick to a budget they will try to accommodate you. The range of dress styles is amazing too. If like me, the blancmange doesn't do it for you, there are plenty of really classy, simple dresses in there - everything from fishtail to column dresses - you name it! Ironically I ended up buying the second dress I ever tried on - after then trying on endless other bridal dresses! The service is fantastic - there's no hard sell or any of that rather intimidating aura you sometimes get in these kinds of stores. I've recommended this shop to several of my friends.

The Tailor's Cat is located in the heart of Cambridge and houses a large selection of stunning…read morebridal gowns by designers including Ian Stuart, Jenny Packham, Pronovias, Suzanne Neville, Hollywood Dreams and Allure as well as special occasion wear, evening wear, ball gowns, prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses, tiaras, veils, intricate hair accessories, jewellery, bags and wraps. This is one of the best places to come to view bridal wear and also evening gowns. Emma and her team are so helpful that you will surely be overjoyed with the service they can give you and the advice you receive. A must if you are getting married.

A shop that looks vintage from the outset, full to the brim with trinkets and treasures from all…read moresorts of decades! I love this store on Mill Road in Cambridge, it fits my bill totally! I saw a bike in here, a really nice vintage bike for £50! That's cheaper than some new ones and it looked so much better, more classy! The shop is just so unique and quirky and I love living just across the street from it!

I went in looking for some specific objects that the store didn't have. Not the store's fault, but…read moreMel was very helpful and we had a nice chat about antiques in general and the things I was looking for in particular. He recommended some other shops down the road who ended up having exactly what I was looking for. I wish I could have purchased something at his store and will likely go back but it was a good experience and I thought he was kind and professional.

I LOVE THIS STORE…read more If this store were in the US, I would go there everyday. Ok, not everyday, that is weird. But at least once a week. I went to Cambridge in the summer of 2005 and went to this place on a recommendation from a U.S. friend who had been there like, 5 years earlier. This store is like a U.S. Urban Outfitters but 39495859 times better. Very hip and stylish. The clothes are awesome and not too expensive either.

Cult Clothing's got a massive range of trendy fashions and labels - anything from surfie gear to…read morehoodies, glam going out clothes, clubwear, etc. It sells lots of popular brands - Bench, Mambo, etc. The staff can be pretty snooty and unfriendly (they're just too cool to smile) which might intimidate some shoppers and the clothes certainly aren't cheap. But if you want a trendy alternative to the Top Shops of this world, I would definitely recommend Cult. They have pretty good sales too!

everything is so gr8 about this place, awesome shopping for clothes.next clothing has superior…read morequality than most top brands. Kenny , the store manager is wonderful. staff r excellent, just to name a few Rose , Florence, Trisha.....

personally i love this shop. love it so much i dont pack a lot of clothes on my trips because when…read morei come to cambridge, i hit this spot up. theres always something to find!

I love this shop! I go here all the time and the vintage clothes they have are very cool and they…read morehave lots of sizes. They have a section for glasses, sunglasses and patches as well which is what u get the most. The only thing is they are quite pricy and although they have many sizes, they are often bigger than I am and so difficult to shop for small sizes (I'm 6-8/small). Would recommend for staple pieces and they have amazing vintage windbreakers.

Even the name Pia sounds sweet and sweet is definitely how I would sum up this little store. It has…read morea prime location, situated in the Lion Yard of the Grand Arcade in Cambridge, but I feel it doesn't get the attention it deserves. Pia offers beautiful jewellery, watches and bags in a setting that looks and feels chic. The prices are decent considering the quality and elegance. I find this store to be quite unique with a touch of class with that little cutesy appeal.

I am a huge fan of Laura Ashley and I have made regular appearances in the Trinity street store…read more It's beautiful as ever in here and the staff, again, as ever are friendly and helpful with the utmost politeness. They have a great selection in here to buy from and the sizing of the store is modest. I love it.

Although Laura Ashley clothing is a little old fashioned for me, I love their homeware section…read more Beautiful shabby-chic style furniture, fittings and accessories to decorate all rooms of your home. Some of the items can be a little on the pricey side but you can make your home look like a French boudoir with their range of photograph frames, light fittings and candelabras. Great for gifts too!

I walk through the long passage of this Arcade daily on my way to the faculty, and the impression…read moreit makes is largely that of a bleak characterless provincial mall. There is no design creativity whatsoever with shops simply lined up along the way on two levels. It's filled with bland typical high street businesses like mobile phone companies' stores, HMV, Starbucks, Tophshop, etc. On the bright side there is also Hugo Boss here. An attempt to develop the upmarket retailing is also evident in a number of high end watch and jewelry boutiques. Overall though, with all the foreign tourists, students and the general reputation of Cambridge for being an attractive town, its premier modern department store could be somewhat more interesting.

What a shame... if all the story telling was to be beleived we were going to get exactly what…read moreCambridge needed - a quality new shopping area which met our needs. Unfortunately i would suggest the Grand Arcade ahs failed to deliver. Some units are still empty giving the impression that it isnt finidhed in parts, and many of the shops that are there are just the same old carbon copies you can get anywhere. The feeling inside is certainly lacking in something as it just doesnt create the right impression of somewhere you would want to stay to shop in. Good ideas.poor result.

Really welcoming shop for kids and adults. I was on the market for really comfy-yet-cute pyjamas…read morefor myself, and was really pleased with the selection and the soft cotton. Added bonus: They have very very cute stuff for kids, and I found perfect xmas gifts for my nephews there as well!

From the owner: The most beautiful, softest, and chemical-free cotton with gorgeous French designs for all the…read morefamily.

Excellent range of really kooky interesting presents. The sort of stuff you couldn't justify buying…read morefor yourself, but really really want! Fake dog poo, rubics cubes, space hoppers, wind up sprouts - you name it they've got it, and to top it all, very friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended

This shop is such good fun! I go in just to have a look around a lot and even have the catalogue…read moresent to my home adresse. They do have usefull and fun toys for adults. But I think I just name some of the things they have: birthday party in a box (box with balloons and candles), pool in a box, mini glasses repair set, grow your own sunflower, paint your own piggy bank, jelly belly shower gel, make your own muppets, funny shaped pasta, ... enjoy!!