good news for people of kensington and chelsea. many of the antique dealers of the old antiquarius…read morehave now moved to the antiques centre at 58 kensington church street. so you can still find quality antiques locally.

Green and Stone is a great little art shop that is also a framers…read more I love the old feel to this store, as these guys have been on the go since 1927. They have a fine selection of the best quality oil, acrylic and watercolour paint. They also sell paper, canvas, brushes and easels. They also have a great range of gifts such as globes, pencils, photo frames, perfect for the artist or writer in your family. The only downside is it is a bit pricey.

What a gem of a place…read more I love the antique art materials & always drop in on my way to nearby Chelsea Arts Club

Bourbon Hanby Arcade Chelsea, London…read more We were just wondering down King's Rd when we came upon this treasure trove of vintage finds. The shops feature beautiful estate and antique jewelry as well as some very lovely high end contemporary pieces. ]In addition, you will find some stunning porcelain figurines and (yes my fav) decorative miniature boxes. Last but not least, for all you designer-shoppers, they have some lovely vintage Hermes and Louis Vuitton pieces. The shop owners and very friendly and helpful - so definitely worth a trip if only to see the lovely things they have!!

A very distressing experience. Ian took my Hermes bag to…read moresell and then later insisted he had never received it. I stupidly did not take a receipt. I know 2 other people who have had the same experience.

What an eclectic collection of art, antiques and other household decor. They have the most random…read moreassortment of goods, from unique pieces of furniture, to paintings and prints, to mounted butterflies and stuffed blowfish. It's a shop that can help you add character to your home. Every wall is covered; every piece of floor is covered... so regardless of your taste, you'll be sure to find something that works for you. The owner is an interesting man who chooses items because he likes them, not because they are trendy or popular. The prices are also quite reasonable so it's great for gifts too.

I used to work close by to the market, not many people notice this but if you after a cheap eat try…read moreupstairs. There are about 4-5 stall type eateries offering a range of world cuisines. If I remember correctly they had Indian, Chinese, Jamaican, Italian and something else. The market itself is quite quirky and if I'm honest a bit of a tourist trap. In the sense that prices don't quite beat other markets such as Camden or Portabello. But I guess it depends what your after. Atmosphere though is fantastic. Especially in the summer, you can sit down with a ice cream or coffee and people spot whilst enjoying some of the free street performances. There is also a band located in the basement which fills the air with familiar classical tunes. In the winter the atmosphere is very different, warm, cosy and bustling.

Covent Garden Antique Market is certainly worth a visit, particularly if you are on holiday in…read moreLondon and want to see the sights. Tere are lots of little shops and stalls to wonder around, but most enjoyably yu can spend time in central London just enjoying the atmosphere. There are quite often street performers at one end of the Market and it is just possible that you will find something nice to purchase too. Covent Garden is the closest tube station.

My absolute favorite on Pimlico Road. This interior design, furniture and art shop has a trendy and…read moremodern feel to it and the merchandise they carry is a testament to my words. In a street that is clammed with rather old-fashioned styles and slightly up tight attitude, Howe is a breath of fresh air, they offer furniture and lighting traditionally handmade in England, as well as a range of lighting. Also they usually do events that are mostly related to what they have in store, but that non-the less are really interesting and educational. Weather its a lightning exhibit, where they show the most relevant pieces that have illuminated us for centuries, or as they did in November, they held an exhibit curated by the owner of the shop. Cool stuff.

Such a cute market! Loved all the little vendors and shops. So many different things to see, eat…read moreand buy. Worth a stop if you are in London, also in a cool area!

We loved this market. We went on Saturday, which I believe it is open only on Friday and Saturday…read more Much less crowded than the Borough Market, which you can barely move through certain sections during peak hours (though great selection). I enjoyed a quiche. My daughters enjoyed strawberries topped with Nutella. We all shared a fish and chips meal from Poppie's which I highly recommend. Probably the best fish and chips we had while in London. There are olive bars and paella and all sorts of amazing foods to enjoy. Also pick up a Notting Hill bookstore linen tote while you are there.

The arts are not limited to exclusivity; with modernity the access gates to this form of…read moreentertainment and activity is open to one and all. Christies is one such place where you can feast your eyes on a range of art, antiques and curios from the past. They host auctions worlwide, but also within the premises and these standards are benchmarks for other such auction houses. I went to view a 16th century collection of art and antique interior furniture. So now you know when I'm not yelping, I design interior spaces. This place always complements my creativity and is truly the start of an inspiration for many of the projects I work on. You can also purchase from in house the not so valuable pieces; but visiting the gallery to set eyes on some turly rare items is quiet something. Its got a lot to do with history; if your into that sort of context.

My favorite London antique shop. You can always find something small and unique. They have a great…read moreeye and are super knowledgable. Friendly too.