Alankar I've been in because it's interesting, my knowledge of it is poor though so don't take this…read morereviews as god's word. I ended up in here with a female friend who found the gear i.e. saris and such very pretty. Lots of browsing revealed a big shop floor with all manner of traditional eastern dress, and the brightest fabrics etc ever known. The place is friendly and the atmosphere modern. Errm yeh..

Rude and Arrogant - poor customer service will never shop again !!!!!…read moreHad to purchase some clothes for sisters wedding - They refused to show me some of their clothes saying I couldnt afford them . Actually did me a favour as I stumbled across Shadi Mubarak on Stockport. They could learn a few things on customer service and quality from these guys Spent over £2000 - Your loss Alankar

This lovely ladies' boutique in Lymm has some wonderful finds. I stopped by the window display…read moreand as I was checking out a particular black leather handbag ( a girl can never have enough), I also caught sight of the price- £25. Now this my kind of shop! You walk into a room with huge black chandeliers, gold Rococco mirrors and divine zebra striped chairs and all around there are clothes galore. Where to start? Well, Bee Chic stocks everything from floaty Nina Scimento frocks and cocktail dresses to jumper dresses, over-sized printed t-shirts and white linen jackets. Ladies shopping can be a mean fete and this is one place you can go to with your mum, niece, teenage daughter or friends and no one will be bored, loitering around the door, dying to escape or fiddling with their mobile phone as though their life depended on it. Prices here are so diverse it is confusing. There are satin dresses fit for a ball costing £199, jumper dresses at £29 and jackets being sold for £40. Bee Chic is a market full of wares. It stocks a range of well made costume jewellery and I particularly love those liitle diamante earings and necklaces inspired by Chanel and Vivienne Westwood designs. There are watches full of bling, miniature mirrors, candlesticks and Marilyn Monroe shopper bags- tres chic. This shop also specialises in quality leather goods and I defy you not to discover a clutch or bag you want to skip away with. I ventured into the rear changing area where there are two cubicles hidden behind thick, luxurious black and white fleur de lys curtains. Cheryl the assistant is a real diamond of a lady and cannot do enough for you. She works as part of a team with the owner Barbara who is responsible for sourcing all these products. Bee Chic is a fashion lovers fantasy.

I thought this would be too trendy for an old codger like myself. Definitely wrong there and glad I…read morechecked it out. There is an excellent variety of choice to suit most people, the prices are quite reasonable and the staff attentive although I have to agree with lou2497; sometimes too persistent! I particularly like the fact that I wasn't made to feel out of place in a young person's shop which, after all, is what River Island is.

This branch of River Island is absloutely brilliant as it is based centrally in the centre right…read morenext to Debenhams. You can rely on River Island to be right up to the minute fashion wise and have amazing items. It is a fantastic place for teenagers and young people as well as having some sophisticated pieces for older people. The staff are reasonably friendly and will approach you to ask if you need any help (sometimes a little too mithering). A good selection of gimmicky gifts in store at the moment, just in time for Christmas. great!!

Until last week I didn't consider myself a nudist but I am a true noodist now! This petite boutique…read moreon the leafy Beech Road area of Chorlton Cum Hardy literally drags you in off the pavement with its eye-catching window display. Whoever designed the window display is an artist as a scarecrow dressed in the most yummy butterfly halter-neck stands in a landscape of flowers. I entered in a trance like state and the lovely assistant Rebecca helpfully talked me through the stock. I loved the fact that they do not buy in bulk and you view each garment as a "piece" rather than simply clothes. Prices are moderate, slightly more than high street chains but you don't mind paying £60 for a unique Nood creation as opposed to £45 for a high street clone. Colours are bright and fabrics are great quality. Recognisable names such as Religion get into bed with new designer wares. This is no run of the mill ladieswear. A new range of gorgeous dove grey vintage inspired oilcloth bags and cute jewellery are also available to compliment your outfit. Open Monday to Saturday from 10.30am -6pm, Nood also opens its doors on a Sunday (12-5pm)- very handy for weekday nine to fivers. So did I buy the butterfly dress? Sadly no as Rebecca explained its lining was shop damaged, however she kindly offered to repair it for me. Lovely attitude, lovely shop. Definately one to seek out..

Nood has stuck around in Chorlton through thick and thin since 2001, a hard thing to do as an…read moreindependent boutique in Greater Manchester. This longevity is testament to the enduring talent of owner Alison, who has continually offered an eclectic mix of clothes, accessories and shoes from her own portfolio as well as interesting ranges from other designers like Religion, Gash and Get Cutie. It never feels stagnant in here, she keeps it fresh and all the accessories, bags and belts are so different to what you'd find on the high street. What I love most about this store though is it caters for every pocket. You can see why it has such a wide appeal.

excellent service very knowledge staff great choice of designer menswear a superb shopping…read moreexperience

Absolutely brilliant service, will definately order again with this company, thanks againread more

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Mysterious shop on Cheadle High Street, it looks shut most of the time. This shops is a vintage…read morewonder, lovely old shop fittings and vintage underwear mannequins from the 50's. The ladies in the shop are lovely old women. The shop sells underwear and hosiery (even seamed stockings!), odd bits n bobs and nighties/nightgowns/slippers- The shop is packed with stock, so much so it's hard to navigate inside- lots of boxes on shelves, but the ladies who work here know where everything is! If they get you chatting you may be there for a long time!

Hasseen exclusive wear is just one of the many sari shops on and around Roundhay Road. It stands…read moreout for me because it has some exceptionally beautiful elaborately beaded garments which seem to be of a higher quality and level of detail than the pieces in many of the other sari shops. Some of them really are gorgeous, in vibrant gem colours with intricate patterns of gold and silver beads painstakingly sewn in. It would be worth a visit just to drool over them even if you don't intend to buy anything. The most elaborate garments are suitably more expensive than their less-detailed counterparts, with a very elaborate tunic top selling for £85.Though I'd be worried if it sold for any less considering the work that must have gone into it! If you want to experience the real beauty of traditional South Asian fashion then I would highly recommend Hasseen.