This shop reminds me of the Cash and Carry store in Leicester. I'm not someone who is a regular…read moreshopper but there are plenty of useful items people may want to purchase. From saris to god statues to kitchen utensils, these are some of the things you will find at Milans. Although there are some nice saris on sale, I'm not entirely sure whether future brides would buy saris from here. There are other shops on Soho Road that offer more in the way of bridal saris. And to be honest you will find better bridal saris elsewhere. Having said that the saris at Milans are good but not excellent and you might want to buy some saris from here anyway. That's just my view. I did like the god statues and I am into them. The majority are Hindu gods and they are well priced. I haven't actually brought any statues but I might just return here to do so. The shop is pretty clean as you would expect it to be and I may well come back to Milans in the near future.

Although this is a great shop, they always seem to have a sale on whenever I visit. I visited the…read morestore about a week ago with my mother, and was told that they will be having a closing down sale and moving away. OMG. They sell a good and varied selection of Asian clothing in here, and is the ideal visit if your shopping on Soho Rd. Everyone knows about this place and they have decent and reasonable prices. Over the years my family, especially my mother, have spent a small fortune in here buying Saree's and accessories that come in the most delightful of colours and fashions. It's nice how they've branched out to also include shawls, kitchenware, fashion accessories such as bindis, and items that you may need for religious worship. Overall a delightful store. Good prices, and they'll be surely missed if they were to ever leave.

Mairs are one of the exceptional stores on Soho Road for that Asian wedding and bridal attire…read more They always display the latest designs and the fashion you can't produce in the UK, they bring all the items over from all over Asia, which includes, India, Singapore and far out east. Popular, and occasionally you will find a great sale on, they also have some nice outfits for men. Certainly take friends and family with you on your visit here. Whatever colours you prefer they sell. I like how they speak lots of languages, and it's more convenient for my mothers generation who knows that she trusts what they're saying about their garments when she can speak to them in her own language. I'd recommend visiting the store, car parking is available nearby, and the shop is served with bus routes regularly from the city and West Bromwich. Quite busy on the weekends though.

This is one shop on Soho Road I like going to and just walking into the shop, I got a sense of…read morethere being a friendly atmosphere about the place. Despite the fact I have not brought anything from here, I have tried one or two sherwanis from Mairs. Just wearing them felt good and the only thing that prevented me from buying them was price. I did ask if they could reduce the price by a small amount but they couldn't. What I will say is that the staff here are very friendly and will help you if you need it. They will happily answer your questions and offer you advice. I did find some sherwanis had way too much embroidery but I guess there are Asians out there that like Indian suits with plenty of sequins/embroidery. If Mairs did lower their prices then maybe I would buy a sherwani from here. As well as Menswear, there are Asian Ladieswear on sale here as well.

These people provide no customer service and sold us what seemed like a used suit, refusing to…read morereturn it even though the threads were coming out. Do not trust them and do not buy anything from them.

Pam johal Birmingham Great customer service. The staff were…read morevery warm and helpful. Excellent quality of clothing. Standard price were ever you go. I was extremely pleased with the outfits I purchased. Thankyou Kiran's

This isn't the usual shop I would go to for clothes because of their extortionate prices but I…read morethought I'd give this place a try when there was a sale on. I was pleased to find they sell clothes for ladies aged twenty to forty who have modern lifestyles. I have a keen interest in fashion and after seeing their collections a few times I can see they keep their trends up-to-date. I found out that they spend eighteen weeks every year buying clothing for niche collections and these clothes aren't available online or in department stores. So you can get an individual look, isn't that great? Like I said earlier I avoid places like this because of their high prices and even when this shop had a sale on the prices were still way out of my budget! This is definitely a shop for women who can splash some cash. However, the shop offered a nice and friendly atmosphere and customer service. If I could afford to shop here I would.

I have been buying clothes from Katherine Draisey,s for 50 years!!!! Most of the clothes have…read morelasted me for years due to the fact that they are such good quality.So you pay more but you get so much more. Staff are great,so helpful but also good fun.I often pop in when I am in the Country to say hello,even if I don't buy anything.(I live in Spain but go to the UK twice a year to visit Katherine Draisey along with seeing Family) If you haven't been to this Store then please do.At least have a look. They cater for all ages. Sheila Webb

WHOAAAA MAMA!!! This Primark location in Birmingham was the BIGGEST one I went to while visiting…read morethe UK! If I recall correctly, it has 5 levels, and there's even a Disney Cafe, Polaroid Selfie Studio, and I think I saw a nail studio for the ladies. With all that being said, it represents the country's 2nd largest city very well (next to #1 London)! This area of Birmingham is super busy, with a lot of hustling and bustling, just like you'd see in NYC (which is on my bucket list, btw). The prices at Primark are super generous compared to US prices. It's compared to Old Navy, but to me, I think it's more reminiscent of H&M. I found some good loot at all of the locations I went to, but this one will always stand out to me. It's insanely busy on weekends, especially during the holidays, but the staff works hard to keep the lines moving. I do wish customers wouldn't be so rude and make an effort to put back whatever they pick up. I saw a lot of dropped items on the ground, lots of clothing and accessories and even picked up a few to put back. The workers do their best to fold the clothes and make them look presentable, but I feel bad that people rummage through and just toss them wherever (at least make an attempt, sheesh!). You may not want to come during busy season, which is weekends during the holidays. It's a hot mess and you might lose your party along the way if you separate, but if you like the deals here and don't mind fighting crowds, come shop til you drop! I hope to return again one day! =)

I had forgotten to bring a collared shirt for a venue that required it and stopped in here on a…read moreFriday night to grab one. What a nuthouse! Kudos to the staff who deal with kids who use the place as a hangout and the mountains of clothes from the fitting room that have to be folded and returned out to the floor.

Khushboo Textiles is opposite Khushboos by Chand on Ladypool Road. Although they have common names,…read moreI'm not sure whether they are under the same management. However, they specialise in completely different products. Khushboo Textiles offers unstitched Asian outfits and fabrics. I first came here over a decade ago after rummaging through nearby fabric shops for a unique design. And since then this boutique has never failed to impress me. They have the latest designs in quality fabrics. They are one of the few boutiques I have come across that have heavily embroidered dupattas (scarves) with their outfits, because the embroidery is usually concentrated on the tops instead. Given the intricacy of their designs and quality in their fabric, they are understandably pricey. But you pay for what you get. The staff are polite and welcoming. They can usually be twisted to offer a slight discount so bargain away!

I found New Arrivals excellent for many reasons…read more The lay out of the shop for one, lots of space to move around , good size changing rooms. The clothes they stock are great for the mature women who wants to dress smart with out paying a fortunre . Great labels Frank Lyman for one The staff are superb friendly helpful and honest no pushy sales ladies here. I spent a relaxing few hours picking up a number of outfits work included Ann the owner knows what her clients like and I class myself as one. Now I know where to go next time Marie

I have visited this shop many times and the service and personal attention given is fantastic…read more The owners really care about you and are very honest with helping you select the right clothes for any occasion. Keep up the good work.

First off, I'm a huge huge fan of Zara men. Bullring, Birmingham…read more With that being said, I only shop at Zara during the seasonal sale event, which is my favorite time of the year to shop at Zara, because they make huge reductions. The first week of the sale is really not the best deal, try to go after the second or third week of the sale, you will find things that will be discounted a lot from the retail price. Also, try their online shop as well if you already know your Zara size. they have an awesome deals all year round. Zara's style is very European chic and there are different styles that are perfect for both work, play and party. The clothing is typically well-fitted, structured and stylish. Price wise it is moderate, but definitely match up to the quality of the clothing. I have several pieces from Zara that have lasted me a few years! As long as you follow the care label, the clothes here should definitely last you a good while.

The refurbished Zara store is devoted to womenswear, and children. Sadly no Zara home addition here…read moredespite moving menswear to a separate store across the street. It's the usual white interior as expected in Zara. There are fitting rooms on each floor but they aren't always open. At least they are all in good condition given the recent over haul of this shop. Zara has the European feel when it comes to its designs. This also affects their sizing. Some items are sold as small/medium/large not by numerical size, and each collection varies slightly. So I would recommend trying things on before buying. This store sells shoes, accessories etc but not in a dedicated section. Everything is displayed in sections based on collections. So when I go in looking for a specific item, I find it quicker to ask someone than to trawl every shelf in all the nooks by the clothing stands. Generally I have happy experiences in Zara, but service on the till points can be very slow. Worth noting if you're in a rush. This store has good air conditioning. So no stuffy, humid changing areas that make me want to leave asap. Thank goodness.

Lovely little shop on ladypool road, always shop here for special occasions. Advantage is they also…read moresell matching children's dresses along with adult sizes. Parking is a nightmare

Junoon is one of the largest Asian boutiques on the Ladypool Road so it's hard to miss. They always…read morehave impressive displays of very elaborate readymade outfits for women. They specialise in bridalwear so the theme is generally the heavier and blingier, the better! Even their lighter pieces are well adorned with diamante embroidery, which is not really to my taste. However, this is a popular boutique so appears to attract a lot of women who think otherwise! Given the intricacy of some of these outrageous outfits, the prices are fittingly outrageous. They start from £300 and go well over the £1,000 mark, which is understandable for bridal outfits but not all of the designs. They have a made-to-measure service so you could have designs tailored to your size and in different colours if you desire. This takes around 4-6 weeks.