Owned by the same peeps as Igigi General Store and Cafe a few doors away, this lovely boutique…read morespecialises in elegant and stylish womenswear. Refreshingly, they stock sizes 8 to 18 and their niche seems to be classic dresses, skirts, trousers, shirts, blouses, jumpers and dresses made from beautiful and ethical materials. Turning it into a one-stop destination for shoppers in a hurry, they also sell shoes, bags and accessories. Designers include Beyond Skin, Sam Ubhi, Ally Capellino, Best Behavior, Hartford, Anna Nygards and Anouk. If you see something you like and it doesn't quite fit, they also provide alterations and styling advice. If they could make me a size smaller, I'd buy my whole wardrobe from there!

As with the I Gigi general store a few doors down, their women's boutique leaves me in two minds. I…read morelove some of the labels they stock- most with ethical stances, great mixes of classic and avant-garde, particularly Humanoid, Beyond Skin, Fillipa K- admittedly expensive brands. The women's boutique has a harder edge to the decor which is welcome after the crisp clean neutrals of the homestore, yet ultimately, combined with the stiff staff, comes across as snooty.

I loved everything about this shop...I could have stayed all afternoon. The name was a bit…read moremisleading (I was thinking New York...found something closer to India.) The outfits were really unique and lovely to look through - some were plain, others made with intricate patterns, and most looked flow-y and comfortable. Prices were very reasonable, with tops usually around £20; sweaters and coats between £30 - £40. Greenwich Village also has a wide range of accessories - scarves, headbands, jewellery, shoes...and there's a home-ware section near the back. I was drawn to the large wood carvings - though these were a bit out of my price range - and the decorative cushions. There were many staff members around the store, all friendly and ready to offer assistance if needed. I recommend this shop for a unique and leisurely shopping experience.

Greenwich Village doesn't really remind me of its New York namesake. It is an indoor mini bazaar,…read morewith various 'stalls' (more like cubbyholes) selling all sorts of ethnic crafts, clothing and material. Its a feast for the eyes; everywhere you look, beautiful, bright clothing and curtains and bags are draped around. This is a really great place to buy gifts, with things like ethnic jewellery, scarves and woolly sock slippers dotted all over the shop. Prices aren't too bad either, you can pick up a really colourful scarf for as little as £6! Towards the back of the shop, there is a larger room that is home to all sorts of interesting bits and bobs- again, great for pressies. Dig around in little pots of earrings and sift through the trinkets, purses and key rings to see if anything takes your fancy. In this second room there is also larger items such as mirrors and small items of furniture. There is also rails of clothing to peruse. Greenwich Village is a shop I love to wander around- although much of the clothing is too loud for my personal taste, the materials are really beautiful and I just like to admire other people's amazing handiwork!

I would describe the women's clothing in Noa Noa as...inoffensive. Mostly plain, solid-coloured…read moreoutfits with subtle decorative sewing techniques that definitely wouldn't stand out in a crowd. Long sleeved blouses, vests and softly-coloured half-sweaters were the majority. I saw a few pairs of dressy pants and coats, some tank tops and dresses as well - all in the same style. Items looked to be of high quality and the prices seemed to indicate as much. (Oh yes, the tags had about eight different currencies on them, which was a bit annoying.) Tops were up to £90, pants around £65 and tank tops were £20. Accessories included felt hats, which were pretty cool, actually, and a few pairs of dress shoes. Casual and elegant...and inoffensive.

Not to be confused with the brighton shop Nua, which sells sex toys, Noa Noa has an altogether more…read moredemure attitude. It sells soft, feminine clothing often with a rather vintage look. In the last Autumn/Winter season the look was rather 'Edge of Love,' with felt cloche hats, cardigans and 40s style floral skirts. Their current summer season reminds me more of the Painted Veil, particularly if you look at their catalogue shoots. They have got 1920s style bathing caps and Chinese parasols, and loose fitting chemise tunics. The clothes do have a danger of looking a little bit frumpy if the outfit isn't put together right though. It's not terribly cheap, either, and quite often I feel the more basic pieces don't merit the extra expense. For the odd piece though it's a good place to look, particularly if you are in a romantic or nostalgic mood.

Ordered 3 items in August. Did not arrive. All attempts at communication have been met with…read moresilence. Requested refund (300 quid). I wonder if this company has gone bankrupt? All reviews are from way back except on in 2023 where the customer is also looking for a refund. You can still buy online so be very careful - you will pay for it, but there will be NO goods delivered to you. This is a scam company it seems. Sandra G

After 30 odd years of supporting this business I've been cut off from them after returning a…read moremade-to-wear dress which was a bit weird around the bust. They asked me to return it. This was over 2 months ago. No news and no dress or refund. Sadly I've had to resort to this.

Lulu Rose is Yoma's sister shop located in Kensington Gardens. Whereas Yoma is marketed at women in…read moretheir twenties and thirties, Lulu Rose is aimed at a younger demographic. The shop is packed with vibrant, youthful clothing and many of the same bags and accessories you'll find at Yoma. This store is much larger than Yoma and can get quite crowded with teenagers at the weekend. The selection of stock is impressive- it doesn't particularly wow me, but I'm probably 10 years older than their average customer! (wow, that's depressing...) The bag selection is great and very up-to-the minute with lots of tote bags and holdalls. I distinctly remember Lulu Rose being one of the first places I saw metallic bags and purses (before they were everywhere), so it's probably a good place to go if you want to jump on board with the latest fashion and accessory trends. In the past I have always thought the clothing was kind off the mark, but lately I've seen a couple of good old body-con dresses (who isn't selling them, seriously, they're everywhere?!) and some pretty cardigans in the window. I prefer Lulu Rose to Yoma, because I don't feel its masquerading as something more upmarket...what you see is what you get.

This is a relatively good independent woman's fashion shop in the middle of Brighton's North Lanes…read more I only came here by chance, desparate to find some kind of present for my house mate. After much searching elsewhere, Lulu Rose was among my last options. Thankfully I managed to source a bag that was in the sale, reduced for £35 down to £16. There were perhaps half a dozen items that I considered buying, which is certainly better than the previous shops I had tried. Some of the clothes were a bit average, looking like Top Shop inspired items from 3 months previous. Still, I was able to find a good quality bag for a cheaper price than I would have expected.

A permanent fixture on Brighton's boho fashion landscape, Nola is situated in the North right…read moresurrounded by vintage stores and independent clothes store, the boutique stands out as a classy but affordable designer store. Stocking everything from Chloe to Full Circle the store is a fab stop off for office get up as well as proper going out clothes. Open 7 days a week Nola is always there in your hour of need and has such a variety that it will give you that LBD or pair of funky vegan boots for any occasion!

It's all so lovely, so chic and so beautifully organised...can they come and re-style my closet!…read moreThe black painted exterior and white butcher shop tiles around the doorway really put me in mind of an independent boutique in New York's East Village. The clothes they stock here are fit that kind of urban chic- a dash of Paris with Sonia Rykiel, some American class with Tara Jarmon, some London edge from Paul and Joe, add a few bohemian labels like Missoni and Malene Birger and you have the perfect feminine wardrobe with edge. As you can probably tell from the list of labels- all of this style comes at a price, most of the stock here is in the mid to high end of the price range. All the pieces are lovely though and the service is impeccable so if you have the budget you will probably become a loyal customer.

I discovered this treasure trove of a boutique in the Lanes, Brighton…read more The dresses and accessories are all beautiful, and the prices are reasonable. The delightful Manager was very knowledgeable and helped me find the perfect dress for a wedding.

Absolutely disgraceful customer service. I sent back an item for a refund and the shop…read moreowner was incredibly rude and sarcastic. I paid for special delivery for the item to be returned back to store (the day after I received it) and the shop owner blatantly lied about the date it was returned, when I tracked it online myself. A very expensive item purchased so concerned about my refund, seller being very difficult about processing my refund and sending abusive emails which I have reported to trading standards. It has been 7 days since they received my item and still no refund. The shop owner has zero people skills, is rude, sarcastic and clearly has some personal problems. I am extremely shocked about the way I've been treated. Please avoid at all costs. Do not spend your money here. Update- I sent this review to google reviews also, the seller then edited the email conversation leaving out their rude and sarcastic responses and personally emailed this threatening email- The seller has just sent this email privately to me: "We have posted the emails you have written on our reply to your review, so anyone reading it can see the sort of abuse you have given to our customer care staff. I hope no one you know reads them. What will they think of you? And my reply- Thanks for the further information to be sent to trading standards. Please note, when I update them, I'll be including all of the emails, not just the ones that exclude your disgusting attitude. The internet speaks for itself- as you see, I'm not the only one with negative responses to your "customer service". I hope people I know DO read the review. Send my refund immediately, you immoral, money grabbing set up. Shocked and saddened by this.

I can't believe I haven't written about Wolf & Gypsy before…read more A designer boutique on Sydney Street, it specialises in vintage fashion for men and women. Last time I popped in there was a couple of dresses from the fifties but the majority of outfits are from the sixties and seventies. We're not talking about tatty flares either but stylish dresses, blouses and wide leg trousers for women and cool shirts, cardigans and figure hugging Levi's for men. Refreshingly, everything is reasonably priced and the stock is in very good to excellent condition.

I instantly loved Wolf and Gypsy. I'm a long time fan of second hand shops, but oh, the effort of…read moreweeding through racks of duds for that one stylish Find. Well, if you're not feeling up to the time sucking search, Wolf and Gypsy has already done the leg work. Racks of Finds for both men and women are available throughout the shop. Prices aren't bad - in the £15 - £25 range. Records and collectables are available upstairs, but "he just stepped out for about half an hour" I was told, and so will have to leave that for another time.

Willow doesn't really fit in with the other shops along George Street. It's more of a North…read moreLaines-y fashion boutique with a small selection of unique women's clothing and accessories. Sweaters, cardigans, tops and dresses were displayed (in moderation) throughout the two-roomed shop. The prices weren't too high considering one of the tags said the item had been imported from Italy. Accessories included a nice range of dainty, silver pieces to loud, colourful beads on necklaces and bracelets. There were some stylish hats - beret style, mostly - and also a selection of homemade cards. So, a bit out of place, but a lovely little shop I'd recommend taking a peek at.

This is a unique little boutique in a road otherwise filled with charity shops and your regular…read morehigh street chain stores. Its pretty tiny and the clothing can be a bit hit and miss but its worth a browse now and again and if you are lucky you might be able to find that hidden gem. They also have a good selection of shoes and unusual jewellery. Unfortunately, they only have one fitting room which can be a bit of a pain on a busy Saturday afternoon. The lady behind the counter was very chatty and helpful. Willow is a good addition to the stuttering George Street.

The clothing racks at Old Village were filled with flowing blouses, dresses and skirts of high…read morequality. I found some business suits as well, but each with a similar laidback style. It's not often that you find hippie-esque clothing with expensive price tags. I imagine the target clientele is hippie-gone-career-woman. Is that a thing? The one fragrance displayed was patchouli - most commonly found in its oil/aromatherapy form, of course - now as an eau de toilette. This confirmed my suspicions. Somewhere, there are wealthy hippies.

This place is definitely not my cup of tea, but it gets three stars anyway as I can see that a…read morecertain market would love it. Think hippie art teacher comes into money, and you're about there. There are lots of boho style (can it really be boho with these prices?) skirts and tops, all very carefully designed to be the 'right kind' of flowing. Everything feels good quality, and I think it's mostly Italian and French designer gear.