CS^2 (that is CS Squared) is a sportswear shop in St. Johns Precinct which offers a wide variety of…read morefamous brands such as Reebok, Adidas and Kickers. This shop will obviously suit you if you are a fan of branded fashion clothing, all of which are up-to-date and trendy in style. They sell everything from tracksuits to trainers and jogging wear. Prices are quite reasonable throughout and there are often special offers such as (currently) two pairs of jeans for £15. This is a place well worth browsing if you are looking for something affordable. The staff are friendly, service is good and the layout of the shop is logical, bright and spacious. Also, this shop is usually less filled with customers which means that you can often receive more attention when required.

As with Size?, nearby store Ran sells similarly rare and expensive footwear for both men and women,…read moreholding a modest collection of men's trainers in the back of the ground floor as well women's shoes front of house. Ran also offers clothing upstairs in the form of various printed t-shirts as well as faux-vintage tracksuit jackets such as Fila and windbreaker style Nike jackets. These items can be expensive though so be prepared to flash the cash if something catches your eye before its price tag does. The staff are friendly and helpful enough but the atmosphere can be quite uncomfortable at times as they are often standing around with little to do other than watch as you shop and try to hide your shock when you see their prices.

Well, I can't really talk about men's fashion, as it's not something I keep up to date with, but I…read moreknow from my friends that Ran is where everyone aspires to shop if they can afford it. Stocking a variety of brands for the fashion-conscious male, this is a really nice shop and the staff are great - I tend to go shopping with the guys just for a good old chinwag! I've heard wonderful things about the shoes stocked here, as this seems to be one of the places to get good-quality footwear, although the current F Troupe colours require sunglasses!

A fairly small, compact branch of Adidas in Liverpool One, the store its-self from the outside…read morelooks quite modern, and inside it has a decent vibe with a nice selection of items from clothing to gloves to trainers for a store of its' size. I called in here for two reasons: 1. To temporarily shelter from the rain as the Liverpool One is barely covered 2. As I visited on "Cyber Monday", I called in to check out the offers going on in-store for Black Friday/Cyber Monday. The items on sale seemed to be priced at a competitive rate, obviously the full retail price to me seemed a bit off-putting, however, I did find a nice pair of gloves for between 15 and 17 pounds, reduced from between 21 and 24, this obviously proved to be an offer as the stock of this item seemed a little depleted, which is unsurprising considering this works out at around 30% off and the fact that with winter coming, it is very cold outside and certainly was on the evening of my visit to the store. They had a good selection of football jerseys, obviously, this didn't include my favourite team Manchester City, or Liverpool's teams Liverpool and Everton as those teams don't have kits manufactured by Adidas, but it did include jerseys from the likes of Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and worse still Manchester United, who are huge rivals of Liverpool and my favourite team, Manchester City - I can't help but wonder why these shirts are on for sale here but this is an approach many retailers do of supplying kits from teams with very few fans in the local area. The staff around the store seemed friendly enough. Although not as large as other sports shops, such as Sports Direct nearby or Adidas in my hometown of Manchester, this is still a decent store with a decent selection of goods, for a store of its' size, and although there were issues with original pricing, and maybe a small selection of trainers out of all things, especially compared to nearby stores such as the huge JD Sports store just a minute or two walk away, this store can improve but does surely deserve a three-star rating.

This is a men's shoe store that specifies in trainers…read more Not much else to say really. Floor-to-ceiling trainers, pretty much every brand, style and size you could possibly need. And at a cheaper price than you would get in a highstreet sports shop. Probably. Mostly. Nice shop assistant though! The girl was very helpful, even though it was pretty obvious I wasn't a man nor was I buying anything for an other half/brother/male friend.

Heritage Market is set amongst old fashioned warehouses in an industrial part of Liverpool, not too…read morefar from the Docks. The market has been around for decades and I recall that the last time I visited, was approximately 14 years ago when I bought a cheap magic set. I think after you've read this though, you'll understand why I haven't been back. I've awarded one star for its variety of stalls and another for its unique setting (which may appeal to some) but for me, neither are appealing. The whole indoor/outdoor environment feels dull, dated and unappetising. As for the type of stuff on offer, the previous review accurately sums it up. If you visit on a winter's day, it just adds to the gloominess. So whatever you do, make sure you visit on a pleasant summer's day (if you have to); it'll help brighten up the aspect!

The Heritage Market occupies a dilapidated tobacco warehouse in the old commercial hub of…read moreLiverpool. It's just minutes away from the shiny new Liverpool One shopping centre, on Commercial Road, which runs all the way through north Liverpool. Prior to Thatcher's rule, this was a thriving and bustling area employing thousands of people, the lifeblood of this great city. Now it's ramshackle with most of the docks deserted, but still incredibly interesting to see. I can run riot with my Canon. It may be billed as the Camden of the north but lacks the international flavour of its London 'counterpart'. There is a small food court but unless you fancy burger, chips, or a kebab you're struggling for choice. It's more greasy spoon than full-flavoured market, something you could never say about Camden. The stalls rarely change, from brick-a-brack to household goods to clothes. Once you've been there's no need to go back for a month or so, but it's worth a visit every now and again.

Scotts is like your all-in-one branded clothing store. If you're really into designer gear, this…read moreshop will be ideal as they sell brands such as Fred Perry, Lacoste, Henri Lloyd and Henley. These are just some of the top high street fashion names to date, so all their clothing range is trendy in style and image; there is absolutely no doubt about that. Of course because of all this, you probably won't be lucky enough to grab a bargain at this store, although they do have sales from time to time as they prepare for new season's stock. Even when there is a sale, prices are still relatively high since you're paying for the name. Not really my cup of tea but if you're keen on brand names and logos, there's no shortage of them at Scotts.

What do you call a scouse woman in a shell suit? The bride! Yes we love our tracksuits and trabs…read morehere and for some giving the UK sportswear as the urban choice of clothing is a matter of pride. Like JD, Scott's offer a huge selection of branded sportswear from big labels like Le Coste, Fila and Addidas. Considering sportswear fashion has developed so much and been adapted into many music and fashion scenes, Scott's feels a little dated. I think even many hard core scouse sneaker fanatics would find their trainer selection a little paltry compared to the many new footwear stores that seek the latest, limted edition, obscure or revamped styles.

Schuh has quite a funky appeal about it. It attracts a lot of young people with an eye for trendy…read morefootwear, as colourful and branded as they come. They sell a lot of well known brands such as Adidas, Converse and Fred Perry so if this is your taste, then I would obviously recommend a good old browse! There is a wide range of different styles for women on the ground floor and men on the upper floor. Sometimes, you may be lucky enough to grab an item on sale. Prices do vary from mid-range to high depending on the style and material. If any drawbacks, I did find the background music very loud and it felt as though I was walking into a club. It is annoying (coupled with the heat of the shop) when you're trying to concentrate and communicate with others, especially if you dislike the music!

Schuh is an excellent shoe store located in the heart of the city centre. The window displays are…read moreattractive and varied and the inside is the same. They have a huge range of shoes and boots of all different styles. Whether you're looking for a pair of killer heels or a comfy pair of trainers you will find something here. The staff are very friendly and helpful and as soon as you look around for someone to help you, a bubbly assistant will appear. They are more than happy to go and find your size in as many different styles as you like, rushing back and forth if things need to be changed. They stay close by whilst you are trying things on and will chat to you quite happily. They also have a good selection of bags and purses behind the counter. If your size is not in stock they will try and locate one in another of their stores for you, or they will order one specially which will arrive in a couple of days. I have had to return a faulty item once and the staff were polite and apologetic and arranged a replacement for me. As far as prices go, there is a big range here. You can get a cheap basic item, or spend as much as you like on something a bit special. They often have sales and special offers on so you can pick up a bargain.

After 3 weeks of use of Sketchers. I am very disappointed…read morewith Sports Direct ( Westfield story and customers service) I followed all the steps to make a complaint, but both the store and customer service ignored my case. Employees should support the company's image, but their indifference has damaged it instead. I've shared my experience with family and friends, and word of mouth spreads fast. Poor customer care hurts a brand's reputation permanently.

TOTAL FRAUD COMPANY…read more They sold me faulty trainers then they sent me a postage label to return this and then said the parcel was lost. If the parcel is lost they should have insurance that covers this as my trainers were expensive. They chose the courier and are a huge company they have to have insurance. Whenever I contact them for refund they give me a fake time frame to respond and then do not respond. IT HAS BEEN 2 MONTHS AND NO REFUND. This company should be penalised. If for example a customer was to shoplift a pair of trainers from their store worth £65 they would be arrested and have a criminal record. There would be repercussions. However for a huge company scamming me out of my hard earned money there is no repercussion. I wish this company gets closed down as what they are doing is illegal and against the law. On Trustpilot and most other review sites this company has been scamming loads of customers and not giving a refund and many people say their parcel has been lost or never arrived. It seems like so many people are not being refunded and are just talked into a conversation that goes round in circles.

For me the JD brand and its stores has always been heavily associated with the 'chav' culture which…read moreseems to have engulfed not only Liverpool but the country as a whole and as such this meant I was not a fan. I have to say that having seen the JD branch in Liverpool One I have had a dramatic change of heart so much so that I have made several purchases from the establishment. From the exterior point of view the store looks modern and cool and it really entices you inside with its sleek decor and slick appearance. Once inside the display layout of the store just makes you want to peruse all of the produce and there is some quality stock on offer. My only real qualm with this place is the fact that the prices are high and the staff seem a bit distant but this is something which can be expected in large establishments everywhere.

It's not just an Addidas shop here, but the range of trabs they have by the German sports giant is…read morepretty impressive. Transalpino sets itself out as a cut above the usual sportsware shop which is why they have such a good selection of Addidas - the preffered trainer of many casual - but they also have tracksuits, t shirts and parkas by Fila and 80s Casuals amongst others. If you have switched on to the influences and style in the shop, the website pinpoints the store's ethos with a still from Kevin Sampson's Awaydays - focusing purely on the footwear only, by the way there was talk of Addidas producing a Birkenhead in honour of the film! With tongue in cheek there are some good t shirts too like the Panini Casuals print just in time for the world cup.

Oh, yeah. I forgot this one. Another shop in Gostins I don't like. What the heck is this even doing…read morehere? I feel it mars the lovely aspect of this shopping arcade and is so out of place. This place sells top name sportswear and sneakers, particularly Adidas. As the others have said, if you like that kind of thing, than this is the kind of thing you will like ... I for one wish this shop wasn't here and something else more interesting and delightful stood in its place.