I visited Piajeh in Weybridge for the first time in a while recently and it still remains one of…read morethe best and most unique boutiques in Surrey. It's been in Weybridge for around 15-16 years now. They've always had such a variety of different things and rarely ever the same item is available again, so best to grab it when you see it, try it on and buy it there and then, or it will be gone quickly. There is something for everyone here, casual everday and anytime pieces, cashmere tops, party dresses, evening wear, gorgeous shoes and trendy boots for all occasions and a fabulous selection of costume jewellery, a few bags and belts. Don't expect any bargains as Piajeh is a top end boutique, but it's always worth a look out for one-off creations that are on sale. I would describe Piajeh as a treasure trove for anyone with a unique eye for fashion and if you're after something different that nobody else you know will also have in their wardrobe. A sister Piajeh boutique (same owner) opened in the Summer of 2012 in Wimbledon village, haven't visited that shop yet.

Oh what a wonderful time is spent mooching in this lovely store in Primrose Hill. Constantly…read moreinspired by their text updates, the collections are regularly refreshed and premium brands feature heavily in their store. The service in this boutique is second to none - the ladies are well dressed, have an eye for what suits, and don't cringe when you ask for a 30'. Accessories feature heavily in their collections, and you could walk in with nothing and leave with a fashion forward, but yet classic look that could take you from a girls lunch to a wedding to a cocktail date.

While not cutting edge (this is Primrose HIll after all), Press is one of the best fashion…read moreboutiques in the area and has a substantial amount of varied stock jammed into the shop's 3 rooms and corridors. The owner/buyer keeps a mix of mostly recognizable names (Chloe, Vanessa Bruno, Marc by Marc Jacobs), but clothes range from upmarket casualwear (think cashmere jumpers and designer denim) to dressier pieces and there are often some vintage items thrown in. Nothing is ridiculously expensive. You'll also find a good selection of shoes, handbags, jewelry and other accessories (belts, scarves, tights).

Lovely little shop in what used to be Notting Hill's no-go area. The Jacksons offer their own range…read moreof shoes, fashion and accessories, as well as some selected and unusual brands. They are also supplying some of the other shops in the area and stand out for their unusual designs and quality materials. A bit on the dear side, though.

Situated on a not-so-busy street in Notting Hill, The Jacksons is a sweet little boutique serving…read moreup own-label accessories mixed in with an interesting collection of clothes (lots of dresses), handbags and jewelry (they stock a good amount of Alex Monroe, a personal favourite). There are other little knick-knacky pieces about - perfect for gifting that person who has everything. The stock is so varied (from a sweet tea dress to a Masai beaded handbag) that I can always find something there to spend money on, and the girls are chatty and wonderfully laid-back.

New Look is one of my favorite fanshion stores around. When they opened the huge one in the…read moreLakeside shopping centre I was so excited. It is always jam packed with new fashions which are suitable for everyone. They have a kids range and a maternity range and it is well set out. Unfortunately cues are always long and there arn't many staff around. Still a good store though.

A large womens and tweens fashion stire based in Lakeside shopping centre. They offer fashion at…read moreaffordable prices and a great range of clothing, footwear, accessoires and jewellery. A large store which during sale time can get a bit jumble sale-ish. But overall well worth a visit they have some real gems. They have a huge changing area at the back of the store.

The smell in this store reminded me of some beanie baby (remember those?) a friend gave me for my,…read moreoh, let's say 11th birthday. A fresh, light perfumed smell, like incense, but not in a heavy mystic and musk kind of way. It was nice and made me smile (though not in that "I just got free icecream kind of way"). "Ooooh cute party frock," I thought to myself when I saw a gorilla hanging about in his tire swing. The gorilla grunted. I went to the party frock - 70 pound. Hmmm. Pretty, but 'pish' if I ever need a 70 party frock. The clothes ranged between club-like and semi-designer-like interesting. The sale rack, which I always manage to seek out like a metal detector seeks out little bits of soda can buried thinly beneath the earth, was reasonable. I browsed the collection of fishnet and colored (mind you not patterned) tights as well as the gift-y knickknacks. Still, I walked out with empty pockets and hands (unless you count the family of kangaroos I've been keeping in my back pocket for an undisclosed purpose. Lily Bling. I didn't see any ten kilogram gold chains, nor any spare gold teeth, nor any gorillas, but just a bunch of clothes and gifts that someone somewhere will really like.

Lilly Bling is situated on the rather grotty Whitechapel Road but it's the kind of clothes shop…read morethat wouldn't look out of place in Notting Hill or Spitalfields. They sell girly clothes of varying quality but the nice stuff is really nice. I saw a gorgeous black evening dress but it was £65 and I couldn't justify spending that much money on as I don't think the clothes were worth it. Not only do they have clothes but they also have some nice trinkets, candles and picture frames all of similar style to the girly clothing. They also offer an alteration and dry cleaning service.

Lakeside Primark is really big and is set on 3 floors. It stocks lots more than the smaller stores…read moredo, so its great for cheap shopping. However, every time i visit the Primark in Lakeside its always a mess, its more like a jumble sale. If you visit on a Saturday or Sunday you need to get there early, otherwise you will have to look on the floor to find what your looking for. The mens section is really good here, my partner doesn't really do Primark shopping, but loves this store. He has bought many different nice hooded jumpers, and they have all lasted a long time because the quality is great. I never seem to see many members of staff walking around the store making it tidy. The tills are always packed, you normally have to line up for 10-15 minutes to pay, but if you've got yourself a basket of bargains you really don't mind. Tip - get there early, and use the parking located right outside the store.

Not bad at all. We were looking for handbags but ended up with 12cm heel shoes - pretty gruesome…read moreversion of a Kurt Geiger best seller but very good value for £17 - for that price you could just wear them once and throw them away. Just for fun, we also bought a pack of nine pairs of earrings for £2. Cheap as chips. (Just as well, since they went straight into the dustbin when the wearer realised how itchy they were). Would you believe people shoplift this stuff? Some of the packs had earrings missing - incredible! The queues were long but plenty of staff serving behind the counter so you don't wait long. A good effort.

This shop is quite a nice shop. It is bright and airy and there are plenty of items of clothing in…read morethere. It only caters for the ladies though. So dont have a look around for mens or childrens clothes. They have a small selection of jewellery and nightwear there. I have personally only found a few items of clothing suitable for me. When my Mum visits though, she loves having a look around and always buys a few items each time. The staff are friendly and never rush you. There is the Grays Shopping Centre car park nearby if you drive to the town. Otherwise nearby is the C2C trainline and bus area.

In terms of size and choice of clothes available, nothing can beat Topshop's flagship store in…read moreOxford Street, but the Westfield branch is still pretty good. The staff are chatty and friendly, but not overly-helpful to the point where it becomes annoying. As it's Topshop, I personally think that some of the clothes are a little over-priced, but the majority of the stuff there is unique, fashionable (maybe a little too so) and good value for money. The range of clothing on offer isn't the best, but it is still good, and their shoe lounge in particular is great, with a small section from Office included as well. There are lots of changing rooms and tills, which is definitley a good thing as it can get hectic in here, especially during the sale season, but there's always so much to tempt you in here, and one of the most popular shops in Westfield.