In theory, this place should be my favourite shop ever. For some reason, though, there's something…read moreabout it that simply doesn't click. I love bags, I love hats, I'll find any excuse to buy a new scarf. And yet, this place is never the first, or even third, place I'll go to look for such items. I think it goes back to when I was younger and couldn't afford to shop here, but there must be something more. No matter how hard I try, though, I can't seem to put my finger on it. Don't get me wrong, they have lots of lovely items from which to choose. Their bags are great and often a little bit different or unusual - nothing like the same old Primark totes that everyone in Glasgow is dragging around. Accessorize is probably a great place to impulse buy all sorts of rings and gloves and purses; but I haven't really given it that chance. I think my problem is that I go here when I have money, not to browse. Whatever my issue is, Accessorize remains a great high street shop with a huge selection of all manner of accessories. If nothing else, it's great for window shopping.

It was my friend's wedding this summer and she asked that our outfits 'please include headwear'…read more Hmph. I love my friend, but didn't really fancy leaving the house wearing a bird on my head, or forking out my hard-earned cash for the privilege. Luckily I stumbled upon Accessorize on Buchannan Street and their ample selection of fascinators (that's the bird-like things) which started at very reasonable prices. The shop itself it is a good one too- it's much bigger than your average Accecorize store with bigger selections of jewellery, hair things, bags, some shoes, and now that winter's on its way- hats, gloves and scarves!

This is another one of Angela B.'s and I's stops when we visit Edinburgh. Angela introduced me to…read morethis wee jem the last time we were venturing in the Burgh. Located in Princes Mall, next to Edinburgh Waverley Train Station, it stocks loads of cool bags. When I came through previously I was carrying my Asda bag for life plastic carrier. I was not looking cool at all and to be honest I hate carrying things in my hands as I'm always worried I will put down somewhere then leave it by accident. Here was like an "Ahhhhhh!" moment for me and they had great wee backpacks. They had ones ideal for what I needed. I was introduced to cool Prosport cartoon bags. I loved them all!!! I picked with one with a pirate lady theme. I loved it! The girl was lovely and helped me picked one where you could see my pirate lady clearly. Now my Asda plastic carrier bag now lives in my awesome sexy pirate lady mini backpack. It's affordable and they have a really good selection. They also stock travel sized bags and cases. In our case (excuse the pun) though we just head straight to our favourite Prosport bags.

Betty Bags is an independant shop in Princes Mall, which stocks...well, you guessed it! Bags…read more As well as bags, none of which are really to my taste to be honest, Betty also sells accessories and wee Japanese figurines. A strange mixture, but interesting to have a browse around, and to be honest, the mall doesn't offer much else to browse. I don't really go in for bright colours, diamanté and big chunky buckle type bags, or anything with cartoon characters on, but if you did, I'm pretty sure you could find something here. They stock quite a lot of Betty Boop (inspiration for the name, perhaps?) and Spongebob Squarepants figurines and memorabilia, which is reasonably priced for that sort of thing.

This place is a hidden treasure ! Not located on the bustle street of High St. You would have to…read moreseek it out or be staying near the Holiday Inn Express. It's located right next to Rama ( very good Thai food & I wrote a review ) . Little shop is filled with hidden gems- love love the sparkly reindeer head, and cute cards and frames black and whites of Dundee .. They have fantastic little things that would make beautiful gifts for birthdays and house gifts, they have fantastic cards for birthdays and Christmas too!! I found a beautiful green scarf on sale. This place is definitely worth a visit - and to support local shop owners! The owner was super sweet and gave great recommendations to places to see and eat around town !

From the owner: Looking for inspiration, a present or accessories for your home? Lovely Things is an independent…read morestylish interiors and gift shop located in Dundee, Tayside. The shop is very much an eclectic mix of stylish, modern furniture and gifts with the occasional vintage piece thrown in. A selection of our stock is available online at www.lovelythingsonline.co.uk The shop offers customers in Tayside and beyond (via the magical power of our online shop) a glorious offering of:- * photography, art, jewellery and interiors created by local artists and designers * classic danish design * soft furnishings: cushions, blankets, draught excluders, door stops, fake fur throws * stylish and unique gifts for birthdays, engagaments, house warming and weddings * vintage furniture from footstools to wardrobes which can be painted on request

I love this shop anyway, all the girly hairbands and earrings..it's my idea of heaven. I like this…read morebranch in particular because it's really well laid out..seems to have as much as I've seen in the bigger branches all squeezed in. Also staff are quite nice and remember you. I needed some bunny rabbit ears for a hen night and when they only had 6 of the 12 I needed the assistant phoned round half of scotland to get me the rest.

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Hello! When did this wee gem spring up?…read more It's not really wee, and it looks new - I'm guessing it's only been on Cockburn Street under a month. Old Town Context is a refreshing, traditional store on Cockburn Street, steering away from the style of the tourist traps on the Royal Mile to offer alternative gift ideas. They have some old English, French and American advert poster art, cards, stationery, gifts, mugs with pin ups on them, clocks made out of recycled glass drinks bottles - a very eclectic and classy selection. Its inspiration is clearly from bygone era's, and I was very impressed with their postcard range. They also have some cracking cards and original prints with cats on them. These cats are wearing kilts and rugby shifrts, quoting Burns and other Scottish poets within the print. It's a very odd idea but entirely up my alley. Overall a very enjoyable shop for the family. It's difficult to walk out of here without buying anything.

I am glad that my 200th review is on this hidden gem... actually it isn't that hidden, but I have a…read morefeeling that lots of people just walk right on by. In a very different and almost vintage way, it is a souvenir shop. I say that because there were lots of prints, cards, coffee mugs of the city and various British 'things', but they are not the types of souvenirs that you would find in the every single store on the Royal Mile... yeah, you know what I mean. I loved the different prints of the city, my favourite was a very art deco-ish print highlighting the castle in a yellowy-orangish hue against a dark background. They had it as a large print, a card, and a coffee mug. I am now kicking myself that I did not buy it. If you love globes or tin signs, they have loads of them! If you are looking for a different kind of souvenir for someone... or just something for yourself, stop in here because they have some really wonderful items.

My fiancée and I recently visited this exquisite jewellery shop in search of the perfect wedding…read morebands, and we couldn't be happier with our experience. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm atmosphere and an array of stunning pieces that caught our eyes. However, Caroline, the incredibly helpful and knowledgeable assistant, truly set this shop apart. She took the time to understand our preferences and budget, guiding us through a curated selection of bands that matched our criteria. Her expertise was evident, as she explained the different materials, settings, and designs in a way that was easy to understand yet detailed enough for us to make an informed decision. Caroline was patient and attentive, never rushing us, and her genuine enthusiasm made the experience even more enjoyable. With her help, we found matching bands that beautifully symbolize our love and commitment. The quality of the rings is exceptional, and the craftsmanship is second to none. We left the store with gorgeous wedding bands and the feeling that we were cared for by someone who truly enjoys helping couples make one of the most important decisions of their lives. We can't recommend this jewellery shop--and Caroline--highly enough. If you're in the market for any jewellery, do yourself a favour and visit them. You won't be disappointed.

Buyer beware - please go elsewhere. They have no customer service / care whatsoever. If you have a…read morecomplaint they will get rid of you, by any means possible which in my case meant pretty much ignoring all my calls until I was forced to write to the owner. I took my Swarovski watch in to get a new battery. They put in an old / dud battery (!), and broke my watch at the same time! This was confirmed by a watch specialist and in writing. Not only did they question my account (and his) of this (basically intimating that we were both liars) but they then flatly refused to have anything further to do with it. They didn't even offer to refund the cost of the (dud) battery!!!! I now have a broken watch and the full costs of its repair thanks to my visit. Had never visited them before this - and never will again. Dreadful company who treated a new customer with contempt. Clearly money and profit is everything, so beware. My advice - AVOID!

Excellent service, friendly, helpful professional staff. The shop is bright and fresh and…read moreaccessories on display are modern and funky. Very quick service, my phone was repaired in 45 mins and looks just like new and prices are great! They also offer a pick up and drop off service if you are too busy to go to the shop. 5* all round.

From the owner: Optimus IT Solutions is your best choice for computer, tablet and mobile phone repairs. Remaining…read morededicated to providing our customers with superior quality service, we use only the highest quality parts in combination with rigorous repair standards.

Formerly known as The Glory Hole this place's name always used to give myself & my friends a wee…read morechuckle...T-hehee! Childish I know...but back in the days of said GH I was often in here buying and selling clothes (this was the days before eBay kids) which was a brilliant idea. I'm not 100% sure they still do that now, but because of eBay (other auction sites are available) I very much doubt they still offer this service. Not a vintage shop as such, more a nearly new shop as I would guess 90% of their stock is (very) new/modern items & a lot appearing to be hardly worn. So I guess I would describe this as a sort of 'vintage' shop for folk that don't like retro styles. You'll find high street & fashion labels such as Top Shop, ASOS, River Island and others as well as the odd Karen Millen & more high end/designer items too. Everything is laid out very well & there's lots of space to wander & browse, it's also got great lighting too which is something some other vintage/2nd hand shops seem to lack. As well as clothes they sell shoes/boots, bags, belts & some jewellery too. Everything is a pretty reasonable price, especially considering the condition of the items. You can pick up some real bargains here if you can be bothered searching (Me = always!). Last time I was in I found 2 dresses I really liked but didn't have enough cash on me to pay for them (Note: they don't take cards here) so they nice lady serving said she would put them aside whilst I went in search of a cash machine (there's plenty on nearby Byres road) and when I returned she very kindly rounded down the price of the 2 dresses saving me a couple of quid! Such a lovely gesture. The staff here have always been super nice & friendly which is always a wee bonus. It's service like that that keeps folk coming back. For trying on clothes they have one small changing area which is better than nowt but can be a pain when the shop's busy, but good things come to those who wait...supposedly! It might be off the beaten (Ruthvern Lane) track but this wee hidden gem is well worth a swatch. Another example of a fantastic wee local Glasgow business.

Glorious has always been one of my very first stops when shopping in the West End for as long as I…read morecan remember. In fact, from way back when it was known as The Glory Hole. (I actually prefer the risque name!) The problem with Glorious is that that I NEVER leave without purchasing anything, and that's no exaggeration. If I can limit myself to a fortnightly visit and a maximum of two items purchased I'm doing well. The stock is always carefully selected- lots of on trend pieces, lots of items you missed out on first time round from the High Street, and a nice little smattering of vintage. There's also always a great selection of handbags. I think the prices are extremely competitive too. Its always possible to get two of three items for under £20 but equally you might spot a really special designer piece and pay a bit more for it but still get a bargain. The owners and staff are lovely and always enthusiastic about offering an opinion if needed. They all seem to take great pride in Glorious and subsequently all items for sale are of the highest quality; washed, pressed and ready to be worn. Often this can be a rarity from a secondhand store. Cant recommend this place enough and looking forward to my next pay day!