Since I don't have any children I don't tend to frequent kids shops but visited for the first time…read moretoday in the hope I'd get my wee cousin a present. I've got to admit, the only reason I noticed this shop initially was due to the odd name...I understand that a carpet monkey is a crawling toddler but it sounds like it's trying too hard to be cool. No? I mean, who calls their kids "carpet monkeys"? How patronising! Odd choice of name aside, upon entering this shop today I felt like I was entering someone's very swanky living room! It was weird. I guess if the decor didn't evidently cost hundreds upon hundreds of pounds you could feel a little at home. If you're a yummy mummy. But I digress... The staff were friendly and there were toys to keep kids entertained. But it almost felt like, should your child perhaps make a spot of mess on the carpet, they would frogmarch you out the store! The place looked so expensive it was overbearing! And I almost had a heart attack when I looked at the shoes. 99 quid for baby boots? Are they having a laugh? Not only that, the majority of the shoes were repulsive. To me, anyway. I mean, if I was Katie Price and wanted to tart my baby up to look like she's 25, maybe. Gross. I can't even remember some of the designer brands they had on offer but I do remember the majority of the shoes being priced in at over 50 quid. They weren't all trussed up to look like boots for adults, thank God, but even the simpler, more fittingly childlike brands were pretty pricey. They had some cute knitted hats but really, for their cost just knit your own bonnet. It'd only take an hour! This shop may be suited for some mothers and dedicated followers of fashion but, should I ever become a mum, it wouldn't style my kid like that. What's the point in paying 100 pounds for wee bootsies your little munchkin will grow out of in a month? Why make your toddler look tacky? Why buy boots you will never feasibly let your kid wear? You could buy a 3 piece suite from the Sally Army for the same price these items cost. I always reiterate when the staff were nice and they were helpful, the concept's just not for me. I'm a firm believer children should be allowed to be children and, on sight of these naff prices, can only imagine this shop is geared towards the type of parents who really don't want their kids to get messy - they might ruin the carpet, after all.

Currently, Carpet Monkeys is a bit useless as a shop for me. I don't have any children but when my…read morecousins were born I was in here looking for some of those extra cute little shoes that little feet need. Carpet Monkeys have plenty, they are a quite private little shop that is as it seems meant for those of us who have a lot of money to spend, and an extremely high expectation in what a shop can offer you. The interior is very upper class, and by that I mean it is perfect. You can actually buy shoes here from birth till 16 years old, which means they have alot of stuff, and although everything is branded and designer, I did not know some of the names. Those I did know were brands such as Converse and Moschino. Some are pretty cool and I would buy them if I had enough money to do that one day, maybe. However I get the eerie feeling that it is a footballers wife with the big four x four jeep parked out side sort of place. Having said that, all the shoes are shipped in from the best manufacturers in the world, the owner Fiona tells me they can come from as far as Italy or America. The shoes here are definitely stylish and they are definitely expensive.

I recently went for a wee browse in Pekino, looking for a wee present for a friend's new born boy…read more As soon as you walk in, you are faced with a nicely presented store and very eager to help ladies, who pretty much jumped on us as soon as we got in! It was welcome though, as I didn't really know what I was looking for and was grateful for the help! Showing me round a selection of the gorgeous clothes and shoes they have in stock, one thing became quite apparent. I should have known really, that being in affluent Bothwell, the shop would be way above my budget. I was particularly taken by a pair of lovely suede Armani booties, which were simply stunning! At £75 though, not stunning enough, certainly not for a baby who would be growing out of them in a few weeks! All of the kiddies clothes are designer, which you can tell from the minute you walk in. It is all so lovely, but most definitely for the better off amongst us. As we left, a family came in, the Primary School aged daughter wearing a pair of Chloe wellingtons that I could never afford, and the little boy looking through a rail of jumpers declaring that he would 'love this one mummy' no doubt with a hefty price tag! Lovely if you can afford it, but otherwise, window shopping will have to do!

I have always wanted a pair of Docs, about as long as I first learned of their existence. During my…read morecurrent visit to Glasgow I finally got a pair! I didn't buy them from this shop because they sadly did not have them in my size, I got them from the online store instead. That being said I did spend a fair amount of time in this shop trying on boots to ensure I knew my correct size for the boots I wanted. It's a fairly small shop, but that's pretty common in Glasgow. Despite the size they have a great selection! Not just of boots, but also bags, clothes, accessories, and shoe care products. After I received my Docs in the mail I decided I wanted to get an insole before breaking them in. I checked out the prices and reviews online (for anyone wondering the mid price range Comfort Insoles have the best reviews), then went to the shop to pick them up. When I checked out the selection they had every size but mine! I figured that was just my luck, but as I turned to leave a very polite associate asked if she could help with anything. I asked about the size and they thankfully had more in stock behind the front desk, lucky me after all! When I went to purchase them I found out they were actually even cheaper than from the online store which AND they put them into an awesome reusable (free of charge) tote bag that has "LOVE MY DOCS" printed on the side! I already love it to bits. I pop in there often just to see if they have any new styles and I have always found the associates to be welcoming and ready to help. I plan to go back again soon for some care and cleaning products, can't wait!

What I wanted from the Dr Martens shop and what I got were two very different things…read more I wanted to browse their luscious collection of boots and find the perfect pair. I wanted different colours, styles and generally a good sized collection to ogle. What I got was a shop that seems to do mostly clothes now. When did that happen? Dr Martens are shoes! SHOES! The shoes are scattered around the shop in between the clothes displays so it really doesn't seem like they have much to choose from. I looked and looked, and then looked again but I left feeling a bit frustrated with the whole experience. In addition, there was a group of about 15 teenagers sitting in a circle outside the shop. On the ground, on Sauchiehall Street, in winter. What?! I know this isn't Dr Martens fault but it was pretty weird, all the same. I guess I'm going to have to resort to online shopping for my dream boots.

We stopped in for breakfast. It was a Sunday and person who waited on us was all by himself. There…read morewere many things to choose from. The coffee was outstanding as was our breakfast! We went back the next morning and he was there to greet us. He even remembered our orders! Great place to eat and wonderful hospitality!

You simply cannot go wrong with a Mulberry bag! This dedicated Mulberry store is a great addition…read moreto the Merchant City area of Glasgow. The interior of the store is warm and inviting and the staff are friendly and welcoming, a rare thing in an upmarket designer boutique! This Mulberry branch stocks touchably soft leather women's and men's bags, purses and wallets and luggage. The scarves are also gorgeous and are luxurious and classic in design. As you would expect, nothing in this stock is cheap but if you are in the market for a Mulberry bag head here instead of the House of Fraser's concession as they stock more of the range and the staff are much better!

This is one of the few clothes shops in Strathaven and it is geared to the older lady. The stock…read moreconsists of ball room gowns, casual clothes to the mother of the bride outfits. They offer a fitting and tailoring service along with a coffee when you go in. The prices are quite high but this is more a shop to look for that special occassion outfit. They also stock accessories including handbags and hats etc. They hold sales along with special off days such as 20% off days. I have never bought anything from here but I did look for that special dress although I did come away empty handed the staff were helpful.

A really nice branch of New Look!…read more Very easy to shop in and just recently refurbished so it's clean, funky and bright. New Look always offers up to date fashion at really low and affordable prices, my favourites being shoes and jewellery! Good reason to visit the Regent Shopping Centre!

One of my favourite clothes shops in Hamilton, situated in the shopping centre in Hamilton. They…read morehave a large choice of clothes at reasonable prices. It also sells small gifts, shoes, bags and accessories. There is a huge changing room at the back of the shop and the counter is in the middle. The shop is reasonably stocked, the only downside is the aisles are rather small and the clothing rails are over stocked making it hard to move around the shop. Also some staff are not too friendly and try to push you to get their store card.

Just want to send a wee message thanking Chloe for an absolutely fantastic customer experience for…read moreboth myself and my wife while getting fitted out for my kilt outfit for the up and coming wedding of my daughter, the wee lassie was very friendly, highly knowledgeable and extremely professional, all in all an amazing experience and looking so forward to showing off this amazing rig out over in Ireland, thank you very much Chloe and very well done, you are a credit to yourself and I hope Kilts 4 you are very grateful for an excellent employee

Time for that final star. Kilts 4 u has been my go to kilt shop for a long time. Sometimes they…read moredon't get every booking perfect, but they always manage to resolve the situation quickly and efficiently. Well for the booking last week there was nothing to resolve. The kilt hire was smooth and perfect, that in itself though is not the reason for the extra start. The upgrade is there as the customer service level has been taken to another level. The staff in both stores make you feel like they know you personally and remember that you are a repeat customer. (Even if they really can't remember you at all) Everything about it was first class and incredibly friendly. If you need a kilt hire then for me this is the place to go. (Or their Partick branch)

Pauls baby shop has been around for as long as I can remember - and that's a while!…read moreIt's a very small shop situated at Hamilton's Top Cross area and is a traditional, older fashioned boutique style shop dedicated to selling baby clothes. Although the shop is tiny, it does stock quite an extensive range of clothing for babies and is all the more special because it stocks items you won't find everywhere else. The clothes in here aren't cheap, but they are good quality so it's the ideal place to go and buy a present for that special new arrival - the window is always dressed with lovely ideas!

Paul's Baby Shop has been in Hamilton for a good number of years, and has always been well known as…read morea great quality, boutique kids wear shop. My mum recalls buying me babygrows and booties from here when I was a baby, as I have bought stuff for friends. It's a really popular shop in Hamilton and you never see it empty. It's not cheap however, stocking designer makes such as Timberland, Elle and Chiccino.