Excellent choice of good quality leather briefcases and bags. They stock The Bridge based in…read moreFlorence which is the epitome of fine leather goods! Great knowledge of the products and so helpful. Would highly recommend.

There's nothing quite like a shop full of leather to make you feel wary about the cows. I'm sorry…read moreto put you off, but that's how I felt. Wrapped in leather houses lots and lots of premium leather goods, for ladies and gents. Luggage, briefcases, shoulder bags, diaries, make up bags, all classically designed and truly got that leather smell. Wrapped in Leather is also the largest UK stockist of the classic Italian the Bridge. If you've got the elegance, sophistication and know your real leather from the fake stuff, you need to note Wrapped in leather for your high quality purchases.

Situated in on the second floor of alternative department store Afflecks Palace, Zeffa offers what…read moremust be the largest selection of vintage leather jackets. Unlike other fabric, leather doesn't just get old, it develops a beautiful patina rich adds to the look of the jacket. However most us don't want to spend fifty years breaking in their leather. Picking up a retro number from Zeffa will not only see to it that you save a small fortune, it will also mean you get a jacket that allows you to skip to year 51!

I found an amazing leather jacket here. If you are prepared to rumage for an hour or so you can…read morefind an absolute bargain. I am sure you can barter on the prices a little and the staff here are sooo friendly. Forget topshop/ new look/ miss selfridge and get down to zeffa before winter sets in!

There are stores that have a strong identity and style and others that aim to appeal to everyone by…read morestocking a bit of everything. One glance at their confused window displays reinforces that Moda In Pelle fall firmly into the latter camp. There's no attempt to woo new customers with eye-catching graphics or cool displays, just simple rows of heels and sparkly shoes on the bottom row, ankle boots on the middle row and knee high leather, suede and jewelled boots on the top two rows. This might work if only some of the shoes and boots in the window weren't so damn ugly! Inside the shop is just as bad with radically different styles rubbing soles next to each other. I actually spotted a fabulous pair of white boots with tasteful silver studs but I wasn't going to shell out £120 on them when they were next to boots I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy! To quote teachers across the world: Must Try Harder!

You'll notice a lot of my reviews are focussing on sales at the moment... well, tis the season, and…read moreon (at the time of typing) this, the Monday that is supposed to be the most depressing Monday of the year (first bills after the festive period and what-not), what better to bring cheer to yourself (girls) or any female you know than a nice pair of footpieces. Yes, there is nothing that quite lifts the spirit like a new pair of shoes, and I have to say, Moda in Pelle has one of the best sales I've seen in a long time. A shy and retiring little boutique amongst the smaller Market Street shops, this branch just off St Ann's Square is a right little gem. And as for those reductions, well, you can't argue with a stunning pair of bright red wedge sandals reduced from £80 to £25. Yes, your eyes aren't deceiving you, and it'd be rude not to grab them - after all, thinking of that summer holiday is probably keeping you going right now... I've always found the staff in Moda in Pelle very friendly and helpful, and they give you space to browse. There's a great range of shoes on offer too, from the aforementioned wedges (and plenty of them... I love my summer wedges, so this is a must for me) to Ugg-esque Edhas and Dais and biker boots, fancy courts and pretty pumps to a lovely variety of handbags. To me it feels like a nice little halfway point between the ostentatious self-worth of Kurt Geiger and the cheerful high street demeanour of Office and Faith. If you're after a little treat in the sale, don't miss this one out.

I ADORE this shop! I'm a sucker for designer bags (don't judge me..) but can't always afford to get…read morethem new, designer exchange sells pre loved bags and accessories at a fraction of the original price. Some of the bags are literally as good as new. The older the collection the cheaper the price usually (unless it's Chanel...of course). I'm not bothered about the 'latest season' look, I look for quality, design and craftsmanship so this place is heaven for me. They also buy directly from customers. All bags are checked for authenticity so you can rest assured you're buying a genuine item. The staff couldn't be nicer, and they're not pretentious or overbearing so I often just go in for a browse without any pressure to buy. Golden purchase - a hand embroided, leather Dior bag. As good as new. Originally sold for $1700, bought for £90. Can I get a hallelujaH?!

Burton is a shop specialising in mens clothing, the store is part of a group who also own Dorothy…read morePerkins, a female clothing brand, whose stores tend to be together as they are here, but today I will be reviewing Burton, which has nothing to do with the other aspect of the business mentioned. This Burton store is a decent size, albeit a little small, it isn't the most modern of stores either, which is a shame as in such a large mall such as the Manchester Arndale, with 60 out of 240 stores being fashion stores, to survive this store needs to set then apart from the rest for the better, which sadly I don't think they have managed to do just yet. Everything about this store just seems reasonable, average or maybe slightly poor such as the range, pricing and staff, they do have a decent selection of shoes here too, but sadly there isn't always staff about to go and get your size so it becomes a hassle, this is a shame. There isn't much else to say about a store like this except it just is fairly average and barely satisfactory in all aspects, so due to so much competition and the fact Burton doesn't seem to stand out, I can't help but feel this store only warrants a generous two stars. I am also delighted to say this review marks my 366th review of 2016, which was my goal at the start of the year and I'm pleased to finally reach it today, 231 days into 2016 which gives me an average of 1.45 reviews per day as of when this review was written, August 18th.

A note to mothers and aunties everywhere: Don't let the window displays at Burton woo you inside…read morethe store! You might find some great skinny jeans, faux-leather jackets and grey tees with cool logos but trust me, your sons and nephews won't thank you for buying them anything else from Burton. The cable knit jumpers and chunky cardigans that look so cosy? They'll be deemed a worse present than socks. The v-neck jumpers, cotton shirts and blazer jackets that look so smart and presentable? They'll be taken back for a refund in the new year. Your best bet - stick to a hipper, high street brand like Top Man, Ben Sherman or Paul Smith.

Well, if I ever have the wardrobe the size of Ireland then I know this is the place to come for my…read more6 piece luggage collection. As far as I'm aware, they don't really have any brand names in here, just well-made substitutes, which is handy for anyone who can't afford to spend the earth on Vuitton or Samsonite Black Label. However, the smaller items - specifically the handbags and wallets, are not really items that I'd ever buy Too much detail, tacky fabrics and conventional designs make them feel cheap.

This place is an education!!…read more Who knew the plural for luggage was luggae?!

As a handbag freak, I tend to visit this store often. Or just to walk past it and then drag my…read morefella to the window to gaze at the Radley and Kipling bags and comment that this holdall would match my purse and bag and therefore should be bought! Sadly, he never falls for it. Clever Boy! But I always do it no matter what and it has become a healthy habit I think. Never deprive a girl of her handbags! So this little shop feels like something off Harry Potter inside. Like when Harry gets his first wand and the shop clerk is pulling things out of boxes on shelves. It is just like that. Magical yet cleaner. They are famous for their Radley bags and have some special collector ones in there. They stock Kipling and all sorts of other brands. They have everything you need for luggage or purses. What is special is that if you cannot afford the bag, they reserve it for you and you pay so much off a month. Fantastic for Christmas presents or just for yourself. GO and have a look at this wonderful shop!

i have been a customer at this shop for over 50 years. i have always had great customer service…read morefrom Mr. & Mrs Holloway, and then John and Michael their sons. It has now been taken over as they have retired. I ordered a suitcase , middle of April. i was told it would take a week, so i paid a deposit, and waited, and waited, and waited. every time i phoned the shop, was told it would be another week, and another, and another. I contacted Samsonite directly in mid July, and was told that the actual suitcase i had ordered had long been discontinued. i phoned Holloways and told him, and he said "yes, i have just found out they have not got any more". I went into the shop (by this time I had been in the shop a dozen times, trying to find out where it was), and picked a different case, which I was told was definitely in stock, and would be in within the week. That was 2 weeks ago. I asked for a refund in this time, and I have also been waiting for THAT for 2 1/2 weeks!!! Anyway, the suitcase still hasn't arrived, I am due to go on holiday in the next couple of weeks, and wanted this case especially for this particular holiday. The customer service at this shop SUCKS!! He has had my phone number all the time, and hasn't once called to tell me why I still haven't received the case. I have phoned him 3 times a day for the last 5 working days, and he won't even pick up the phone. not very good when you are running a business. I am done with this shop now. Don't buy anything from there, unless it is in stock in the shop...you will wait forever!!! I am sure John and Michael would be horrified to hear what is happening, especially when the shop has retained the good name of Holloways. I have had to get the credit card services involved now, to get my deposit (£200) back. Not happy at all.....

I have just had the pleasure of having my first bespoke shirt made @frankrostrons Shirtmakers. From…read morestart to finish it was an absolute delight. The guys that help me pick my fabric, styles and general style advice. They gave me advice on the best kind of fabrics I should be wearing for work and what to wear for casual occasions. Once I had been measured up and all the paperwork had been filled in they were kind enough to show me the shirts being made for other customers upstairs above the shop. From the cutters to the seamstresses putting the shirts together and adding the finishing touches to the immaculate and perfectly crafted bespoke shirts. Just short of the 4 weeks wait for my shirt to be made i received a phone call letting me know that my first shirt has been finished and I could come in to have my fitting. Being the overly excited fashion enthusiast I quickly made my way over to see the guys and try on my crisp new End on End ice blue business shirt with cut away collar and single cuffs with two buttons! It looked and fitted amazingly well first time around! I have just recently order another 5 shirts! Let my new addiction begin :)

Serious selection of fabrics , needed a shirt for a wedding and they made it in 2 days as a rush…read morejob I met the cutter and the lady who made my collar Spectacular service and the lads were great fun Highly recommend a visit if you're in Manchester and want something different and made in uk which makes a change !!

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

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