Clarks still has a slightly fuddy-duddy image in many people's minds, and to be honest, it's not…read morethe first place I'd come to for anything fashionable (though the women's section has more to choose from - not that I'm an expert there...). But for sensible, simple black shoes for work, as well as comfy and well-made sandals for the summer, it's still pretty foolproof. My partner shops here every year for the same thing (and indeed has switched allegiance from Doc Martens since the quality of the latter went downhill). There have always been a fair number of families with children here, too, so its reputation for catering to that market still seems to be holding good. The store here is in the Churchill Shopping Centre, on the atrium leading up to Debenhams. They have some good sales in the New Year and also during the summer, which is especially good for winter shoes. The staff have always seemed very helpful, and knowledgeable about the stock, too, and they help fit your shoes if you want to - an incredible rarity, these days.

The products on display are pretty good in this store, and the staff are nice and helpful when you…read moreneed them, but the actual interior itself always feels a bit tacky so you never enjoy the visit as much as you think you should. If they sorted out the decor a bit, I would have spent more time here.

Much the same as most of the other M&Co stores my wife parks me in. Always clean and well presented…read morethough. As with the other stores, they do provide a FOG facility.namely a chair!! Reception is very good on 5 Live Sport for the Test Matchhahaha!

A large clothes shop catering to women and children. Great value and good quality. It stocks some…read morehigh fashion clothes but also all your basic bits too.

A medium-sized branch of the ubiquitous clothing store, set over two floors in the main shopping…read morecentre in Brighton. Downstairs has the women's section, upstairs is menswear and a very small home furnishings section. I find it good for basic staples such as underwear and t-shirts, although these days I'm less keen on its other items. Still worth a look during sales, though. Staff seem friendly enough.

Like Warehouse and Bhs, Next seems to have lost it's way over the years…read more Instead of selling something for everyone, Next feels like a department store where only middle aged, middle class people go to buy comfortable and reliable wardrobe staples. They haven't started selling elasticated waist jeans yet but we're definitely talking smart jeans, slacks, shirts, blouses, jumpers, jackets and accessories. Some look quite nice, others look like they were ordered through a catalogue. I wouldn't shop here myself but having seen the kids clothing, I'd be tempted to pop in when I'm looking for presents for my friends and relatives' nippers.

in the days before large warehouse superstore retails outlets there were shops, small shops with a…read morefew helpfull staff ready to serve and advise, this place is a treasure trove, refreshingly old fashioned, you feel the warmth as you walk in the door, while I was there i picked up a nice diamond jubilee souvenier mug, no not one of ER's but the local bonfire society. turns out that the shop is owned by a long time littlehampton bonfire society member, In fact if you are local, and you fancy some active outdoor evening fun during autumn with a nice social side, have a chat about joining, the bonfire society is very family orientated.

Brighton's Imperial Arcade is a mini shopping mall in the centre, situated along Western Road and…read morethe side of the large Three store. It isn't too small and is more of a passageway, which is why I was surprised to see it on Yelp, yet happy to offer my feedback in the form of a review. Many of the stores located here such as O2 and Starbucks only have their back entrances here of which are all blocked off, meaning you have to go onto the main road to get into the stores anyway. Pretty old-fashioned with some nice infrastructure which is hard to find in the retail area of Brighton, away from the Pier so that warrants an extra star. 2*

This is a pretty little arcade with an arched glass ceiling and dangling Victorian streetlamp style…read morelights. You will be able to get fed in here, get a haircut and even play a Wargame at Wargames Heaven. This is also home to Alliance and Leicester and 02 plus Cafe Nero (which I used to go to smoke and drink coffee pre-smoking ban). A pleasant little walkway.

I personally dont like shopping here as the service is not up to scratch, and the clothing is not…read moreof high quality. which can be good in a way because the prices are low, if your just looking for high fashion clothing. the shop is big, but isnt spacious as too many shelves stand in your way. you'll be lucky to get a pram through the whole shop! overall, clean and quiet place to do some shopping

Just about the most charming little shop in Kemptown. Cards…read moreand doodads and trinkets and doohickies. Lovely staff, lovely layout and a card for any occassion.

Aston Bourne is a clothes store specialising in that rugged outdoor look that brings to mind images…read moreof Landrovers and hikers. There's a host of more conventional clothing as well, such as shirts and the like and the quality of products is pretty good. I was surprised to see clothing that seemed (on first glance) to be designed for Prince Charles that actually looked trendy. The small store packs plenty in too, so you don't just end up looking at one trendy cap, but a plethora of different styles and designs. The major stumbling block for me however, was the price... While I can imagine spending a lot of money on a really good Jacket, I'm not sure I'd spend 200 or so £££ on one. But if you're looking for something thats going to last you a long time and look cool while its doing it, its certainly worth casting your eye across their website, and maybe popping even into the store to have a look in person.

Aston Bourne couldn't fulfill an online order and it took me THREE emails and TWO phone calls to…read morethem over 11 days to find out the item was not even in stock, though was at time of purchase and now also discontinued too, spoiling my chance of purchasing elsewhere at a competitive price, had I known sooner. Not a very satisfactory online shopping experience for me and most likely wont use them again, largely due to the lackadaisical communication. I think I would still be waiting to hear something had I not contacted them .