Such cute clothes and everyone who works here is so nice! My husband and I have purchased quite a…read morefew items here and we've really enjoyed the experience every time!

Welcome to the Clifton fashion boutique Maze…read more I visited here during the January sales hoping to find a bargain, more specifically I had tried a dress on in the French Connection in town which I really liked but needed a size 8. My heart did a little jump when I found that they did indeed have a size 8! But it fell right down to my feet when I saw they had it priced more more than double the FC sale price! I asked the shop assistant if perhaps it hadn't been marked down again yet but she informed me in a kind of 'how-many-more-times-do-I-have-to-go-through-this' kind of way that although they stocked FC lines, they do not have to mirror their prices. I was quite disappointed! Generally speaking, the ladies things are very nice but very expensive. But then, that's Clifton; in the changing room I overheard someone trying a dress on for her upcoming trip down the red carpet at the BRITS or BAFTAS or something like that! I think the men's section might be a bit better though.

I was absolutely amazed by the extensive range and variety of outfits. I came looking for something…read moreto wear for my wedding. Wendy listened to what I had in mind and, without fuss, found dresses and outfits that might suit me. She encouraged me to consider alternatives and was kindly honest about what did (and did not!) work. This is a wonderful place to come if you are looking for something special. I am a very satisfied customer!

Pre-loved boutique store in an unlikely out-of-town location. Find this shop on the corner as you…read morehead toward Staple Hill shops from Fishponds. The owners pick and choose from high-level high street brands and couture - think from Karen Millen to Chanel. A mix of modern and vintage items, but with an emphasis on quality, this is a lovely shop to go browsing in. Don't forget you can always get a tailor to alter pieces that don't quite fit because everything here is a one-off. If you have quality items in your wardrobe that you no longer want then they will consider selling them for you in the shop for a percentage commission.

A fabulous treasure trove of good quality second hand clothes - everything from…read moresuits/dresses/tops/shoes/bags.... I went in for a browse & came out having finalised my outfit for an October wedding at half the price of anywhere else.... Will certainly be revisiting & recommend it to all - young & old....

Some of the best indie and alternative clothes in the city! A really outstanding selection of…read moreoriginal and themed pieces ranging from Goth to the best 1950s American chic I have seen anywhere in Bristol. They actually have Goth gear with real character, almost funky, fun Goth fashion. And my favourite the American 50s chic short sleeved shirts with pictures of cars or skeletons playing guitars on (you have to see the shirts to appreciate their magnificence). But some of the dresses were literally a real slice of 50s Americana, some even had a Latin twist, with one dress depicting a 50s couple in a comic strip. They were some seriously cool clothes. I would recommend a trip down to this branch of Shrinking Violet to anyone with an eye for fun, chic or with an original style that they would like to add to with some stylish new clobber.

This is a really good place if you like Mulberry but can't or don't want to pay the usual price…read moretag. Although prices are still quite high, they have been sustantially reduced. There is a good range available including men's and women's wear and luggage. There is free parking outside the shop and easy accesss. Changing rooms are clean and there is a bucket of toys to entertain restless toddlers. There is also a small coffee shop selling drinks and cakes which are lovely!

Absolutely worth a detour if you are in Somerset and like Mulberry…read more This little factory outlet in an old school in Shepton Mallet can sometimes deliver some great bargains. Good selection of handbags, luggage, belts and purses. Clothing is more limited, but still very much worth checking out. At the back of the store there is a small cafe, and some Mulberry fabrics and off cuts for sale. Staff is helpful but nicely relaxed (must be the country air!)

Even though there are plenty of clothes shops on Gloucester Road, Pink Lemons is one of the better…read moreoptions. Filled with cute floaty dresses, feminine shoes and floral accessories this shop is strictly for girlie girls. With a handful of hippy tossed in with a dollop of trendiness - Pink Lemons stock a variety of brands from French Connection to Numph. My favourite part of the shop is, inevitably, their sales rail which is full of hidden gems at up to 50% off - which is a blessing, as the prices would be out of my budget otherwise.

I was pleasantly surprised with the quantity and quality of the clothes that Pink Lemon stock. They…read morehave some high street names, but also some more unique items for those looking for something a bit different. Apparently they are one of the only shops in Bristol which stocks items from the 'cool' Danish label Numph so if you are a fan, make a beeline for here! It's quite reasonably priced at around £35 for a dressy top. But if you're on a budget, definitely ask when their next sample sale is as its a good way to snap up a bargain. In fact, whenever I have walked past there is always some sort of deal or sale going on.

If you like quirky, floaty and truly feminine clothes then you should love Noa Noa. Yes, it is a…read morechain but their shops really have a lovely boutique feel to them. The Bristol branch is very small but still well stocked. The staff are nice and very helpful, which is a bonus. The clothes aren't cheap but they last well and look gorgeous.

Ok, now for a little history lesson (sorry I wouldn't do this unless it was very interesting). The…read moreClifton Arcade, a beautiful Victorian version of a shopping mall, was buried under 60 tonnes of debris (including a caravan) until just 20 years ago. The story goes, when a builder was working around the site twenty years ago and started drilling into a wall, his drill went all the way through, meaning it was hollow inside; he made the hole big enough to look through and saw this beautiful old Victorian parade of shops, untouched for decades. Now I don't know how much of that the complete truth, but pretty cool is nonetheless. As far as shops go, they are suitably useless but fit in with this special building. They are lovely little independent businesses. There is an amazing little Mexican shop that only sells, well, Mexican things. Like wrestlers masks. Nacho Libre!!! There are art shops & a really cool vintage clothes shop (woman only, dam!). The biggest shame is that the brilliant little record store that used to be at the far end has now closed. Dam, now this arcade really is only suitable for woman, mothers and grannies who can literally get lost in their for hours. Some peace for the rest of us.

This is kind of symptomatic of everything that's good and bad about Clifton Village. You enter by…read morethe Promrose Cafe and stroll through this beautiful arcade, though I have to say, I'm struggling to think of a time that I've ever bought anything here. Pretty much everything in here - bar the music store - is high end, which means, especially in this day and age, that it's all a little rich for my blood. Always worth a quick stroll when you're in the area, but you may want to encase your wallet in concrete before you enter.

This store is situated on the lower level shopping floor of West Quay shopping centre. This is a…read morebeautiful store and perfect if you're looking for something special to wear for an occasion. They stock a lovely range of dresses and tops and matching skirts. Also you can have shoes and bags dyed to match your dress. The staff are very helpful and couldn't be nicer. The clothes are expensive but are very good quality. The changing facilities are spacious and light which is ideal for trying on such nice clothes. You do have to pay to park in West Quay and it can be expensive so do check the charges as it's a pay on exit car park

From the owner: At Coast we champion the new rules for dressing up. For us, it's not something you do for that one…read moreoff special occasion but something to work into your wardrobe whether you're going to a wedding, birthday party or drinks with friends. We design clothes for women who want to look beautiful, feel amazing and stand out in their own inimitable style. Our collections are created using modern couture-worthy fabrics, hand painted prints and stunning colour palettes. Above all else, beauty is at the heart of everything we design.