Nice shop, and good quality clothing, and the price reflects that…read more Staff are employed to give the extra special happy happy touch HI, How Are you?, Can I help? its nice I suppose but come on this is England and we can be a miserable bunch at times. Fat Face is great brand, and is genuinely a nice shop. However, I would be shocked if Fat Face found it financially feasible to continue business in Abingdon into 2010. Best of luck to em.

Surf/Snow style is not cheap and that's the way it has always been. So, if you're looking for a…read morebargain, then you're not going to find it in here (even in the sales). I have no worries about paying a little extra for kit if it's something I want. The style is a mix of your regular extreme sport look, with some more grown-up and laid back threds thrown in. Sometimes it's a little too Boden looking for my liking (boys and gilrs) but pick the right kit and it mixes well on the beach or bar. The staff indoors are very fiendly and ever-helpful. If it's not in stock they can get it for you (have a look online or in the catalogue). I don't think they are paid to be extra happy, but rather the store is a nice little place and given the chance they're more than happy to help. Frankly, we spend far too much time in there :)

Much smaller than the Dorothy Perkins I usually use on Oxford St but much less crowded although…read morevery difficult to move through. The racks are tightly packed in but the staff are friendly enough. I wouldn't want to have to actually try on clothes or find a new outfit - it's the place to buy stuff without having to queue for 30 minutes like at other shops. The clothes are well organised, sizes are in order, most of the range is available and despite it being uber-small it is also super convenient.

The tiny Abingdon branch of Dorothy Perkins is a bit disappointing, although it is nice to have a…read morewell-known fashion chain in the town. If there are a few customers in the shop it can be hard to get to where you want, as the rails are quite close together. They have a nice selection of clothes, costume jewellery and underwear at a reasonable price, not the hugest choice but it whets your appetite! The staff are always helpful and efficient.

This place is a great treasure cove which I found by chance one lunchtime while on my way to…read moregetting some lovely French cakes from the nearby Patisserie Pascal. The managers/owners Grant and Keila as well as their assistant Simone are very friendly and helpful. So much so that I managed to find in just 4 weeks three beautiful dresses at a bargain price. There is plenty of choice, enough to please all tastes and sizes from shoes to jackets to even fancy underwear I surely will be back there before my next social invitation to dig some new addition to my wardrobe but will also consider bringing some of my clothes which I no longer wear but which are still in very good condition in case they become someone else's new fashion marvel and also to prevent me to move house as this rate I may need a bigger closet and even a walking wardrobe parlour at my place:-) Happy clothes hunting on a budget! C.

There are treasures to be found here, but I warn you it is not for the faint of heart. Heed my…read moreadvice, you need to be both mentally prepared and determined to emerge with a successful find here. Racks are overburdened to the point that if you manage to pull something out, you will not be able to shove that hanger back in. The shop pieces are mostly better for women than men, unless you're looking for nice blazer, jacket, or costume. There are quite a few nice menswear pieces in there. And if you have a specific style in mind, for example, a nice tweed, the the owner lady definitely has some kind of mental catalog of her stock. So if you feel overwhelmed, she can pick some stuff out for you if she has an idea of what you're looking for. Prices aren't the cheapest, but this place is a treasure trove of vintage one-offs if that means any added value to you. Also, no price tags. She prices items as you ask her. From what I gather, it depends on the age and value of the brand.

Like walking into a giant dressing up box. Fancy dress, tea dresses, jazzy shirts and net skirts. A…read morevintage wonderland. You will need to rumage as there are bundles of clothes EVERYWHERE and only really space for 3 people to stand. I brought a black waistcoast with silver hearts from the 60's for £15 :) The reason i'm not giving 5/5 is because its frusting when you find one great shoe- but not the other! One very sweet lady who works there. If you are looking for something in particular she will tell you if she has it or when she thinks she will have. Opening times: MonSat 10am5.30pm

From the moment I stepped into Anne Furbank Fashions, I was warmly welcomed by all the staff. My…read morevisit was to find an outfit for my sons wedding. Jill and her colleagues looked after me and all the outfits she selected for me were lovely, which made it hard to choose, but with all their help I feel I have a fantastic and exclusive dress, jacket and hat. A visit would be highly recommended, for their extensive choice, knowledge, and friendly atmosphere. Carole Franklin

From the owner: Our award winning luxury women's fashion shop sells both well-known and niche designer brands. From…read morespecial occasion wear, and mother of the bride outfits to wardrobe basics we pride ourselves in great brands which we regularly review to ensure our customer's needs are met, individual customer service and styling.

Decent little shop in Oxford for souvenirs. The quality is a bit higher than other similar Oxford…read moreshops, but so is the price. They had more unique items that could be given to people who would not want a big Oxford tshirt or pencil set. For instance, they had a whole section for folks who like to garden (see photos). They had tin mugs with cute gardening sayings. I got one for my mother who enjoys gardening all too much. It didn't seem like a chain store, and I really like local mom-and-pop shops so if I'm right that makes me happy! The front of the shop (window) is a bit confusing. The window says Oxford College Store on the front, but the sign above that says Bonnie. There's a hanging sign that reads Bonnie as well. Perhaps it was renamed, or they are trying to highlight their connection to Oxford University? Either way, it was a bit disconcerting to this foreigner.

I must admit, I avoided this place for ages because I just assumed it was a posh designer store…read morebecause of its name! When I actually got round to looking in it, I thought it was just another one of those touristy, overpriced 'Oxford University' memorabilia shops. BUT, and it's a big but, I was wrong! This has got some great clothes in a variety of styles, and is a refreshing change from the chain stores around town (which can be great, but you know what to expect every time). It's hardly a major item in there, but I'm quite fond of the lingerie. Prices vary but it's all fairly reasonable for Oxford, and if you're lucky you can grab a real bargain. As with all sales items, get it when you see it or you might be disappointed when you return! The staff are very friendly, and are happy to let you browse. If you're after an Oxford-branded gift for someone, or a treat for yourself, they're very helpful and can recommend things you might not have noticed.

I love this shop. Especially the dresses, handbags and sunglasses. There is always something in…read morethere I have to have. I found some J Brand jeans in there that were sold out in London and they were £20 less at Courtyard. Also, the staff are lovely and make really great recommendations for outfits.

From the owner: Designers include Luisa Cerano, Riani, Nicole Miller , Velvet , 360sweater, Mala Alisha, Henry…read moreChrist , 120% linen, DL1961 jeans, Gardel by Moore and many more .

St. Albans best kept secret…read more Slinky tops, sexy dresses, fab coats and beautiful jewellery. Clothes displayed on white rails with glass tops, with the jewellery displayed on top. Beautiful and pristine. Spotted sexy black dresses, sultry knee high boots and sophisticated trendy macs. The jewellery is wide ranging with lots of silver and precious stones. Perfect place to by a gift, the hard part is not keeping it for youself.

I love this shop it has lots off choice in different price ranges for everyone you must visit tony…read morewho owns it is very good at transforming your look he has an eye for what suits you .

Yonok did a beautful job on my evening dress that was too long in the back. A difficult job,…read morehowever it was ready to collect within 3 days. It now fits perfectly and you cannot even tell it has been altered. Would recommend to anyone.

From the owner: Based in the beautiful city of Oxford, Yonok Cho Couture have been making wedding wears and couture…read morefor a selected class of customers for the last twenty years.Yonok Cho Couture are specialized in the following areas: ball gowns, christening gowns, coats, dress alterations, cocktail dresses, evening wear, invisible mending, mother of the bride outfits, occasion wear, party dresses, prom dresses, sewing alterations, skirts, suits, waistcoats, wedding dresses, wedding guest dresses, classic couture, made-to-measure outfits, vintage dresses, jackets, bespoke handbags, dress copying, dress restyling, dress remodelling, college ball dresses,mother of the bridegroom outfits, bridesmaid dresses, invisible zippers, velvet fabrics wear specialist, Annabelinda outfits alteration

Today at The Loft I had the good fortune to experience the highest ever level of retail therapy…read more The saleswomen who helped me couldn't have been more helpful. I described the cut I was looking for, and lucky for me they had lots of things cut that way. After trying on a lot of tops, dresses and coats, I ended up with the most amazing coat, made in Germany of all cotton. It is quite fashionable and also functional. It was expensive, but worth every penny. I also got wonderful feeling black leggings, a gorgeous dress from France, some very cool reading glasses and stylish and functional fingerless gloves with leather palms. They also have a home furnishing section, as well as a restaurant which I understand has delicious food. What a find !!!!!! This place is retail therapy at its best for someone who wants clothing with panache, somewhat avant grade, and somewhat bohemian. It might be my favorite all time clothing store!

It's also a restaurant with a wall of windows and terrace too!! Best breakfast in England yet!!read more