Ede & Ravenscroft is the go to for quality menswear, which while expensive, is a little more…read morepalatable during the end of season sale. I actually really like their clothes and selection, so the below won't actually stop me from coming again. Their shirts are surprisingly form fitting and require little additional alteration out of the wrapping. Here are the litany of downsides to note, which I acknowledge is from a North American perspective (see Harry Rosen in Canada, Barneys and Saks Fifth in the US as the standard) and may be unfair compared to other end British houses: 1) You cannot try on the shirts. They give you a sample shirt which gives you a sense of the fit, but you can never know for sure. I know it's a pain to repackage shirts, and also risk them becoming discolored if a particularly dirty individual tried it on, but if other places don't see a problem with this, why do you? 2) Alterations are extra and are NOT included. Are you kidding me? Normally if you buy something full price (that is, not on sale) this is included. Nope, something like 15 pounds for shirt cuffs, another 10 to shorten a shirt, and so on and so forth. They say they have to recover their costs and send the clothes to their tailors in London. If you go out and get it altered at your own tailor, you risk them not taking any responsibility for any defects to your clothing so in essence, you don't have much of a choice. 3) I am a young person in Cambridge shopping at your store for a tux shirt, studs and a morning jacket. How do you not ask if I'm a student or tell me about the 10% student discount? I just discovered this on their website (in order to inquire about point #4) after our purchases, and well too late, I'm now back in Canada now. 4) They do not farm out their VAT paperwork, so it is a much bigger pain to reclaim the VAT if you are an out of towner looking to reclaim the tax. Instead of getting the refund instantly at the airport, you actually have to mail the paperwork back to them after getting it stamped at customs. And guess what, they didn't give us a heads up about this, nor did they give us the envelope and stamp to send it from the airport. Now, we'll see how long it takes for them to get us our refund back.

Ede & Ravenscroft is an old traditional English tailoring business specializing mainly in official…read moreand ceremonial menswear. The Cambridge boutique offers a wide selection of suits, more casual jackets, shirts, and various other accessories for most occasions. Personal tailoring service is also available. The quality seems very good, comparable to internationally renowned brands. Prices are fairly moderate for such standards with about £70 for a shirt or £50 for a tie. They also stock much ceremonial wear such as Cambridge university gowns.

Giulio is probably the only substantial luxury fashion boutique in Cambridge. This branch focuses…read moreon menswear and there is another women's shop on Sussex Street nearby. There is a considerable selection of casual and official wear from a variety of high end brands including Prada, Gucci, Zegna, D&G, Polo, etc. Prices are similar to what you'd be charged for the same items in brands' own boutiques in London. As most luxury retailers, they hold big sales twice a year offering to buy remains from the previous season's collection more affordably.

the absolute definition of exquisite garments, with seperate stores ( one for men and another for…read morewomen) you'll find some amazing clothes at fair prices from most the high end designer's. Last time I was in there I couldn't see any APC or nudie or viv westwood, marc by marc jacobs and so on and so forth, but the foundations of any exclusive and stylish wardrobe can be built from this store. Bearing in mind you wouldnt find a shop in the same league that is also as well established as Giulio, you can be sure they're the one stop shop to the top cloth.

Quite a pricey little shop in the heart of Cambridge. Their men's formal wear selection was good…read morewith some top brands available. The staff were extremely helpful and helped me choose a lovely stylish evening jacket which set me back just over 100 pounds. It's the kind of shop you visit to get a quality silk tie, bow, shirt etc.

I love this store. Helpful staff dealing with the great unwashed such as me. Always have time for…read morethe complicated questions I ask. Never had a problem with returns or asking to hold items for my when I've phoned the store direct. This is my go to clothing shop as I've always loved the understated styles. Not the cheapest but definitely one of the best.

From the owner: Founded in East London in 1994, AllSaints breaks through the noise to offer something different…read more Cult leather jackets and signature biker boots - it's what they do. Prints you weren't expecting, and accessories you'll keep coming back for. It's about innovation, about turning your back on the trends and making your own rules, a uniform without uniformity. AllSaints is an attitude, wear it your way.

HUGE selection of Cambridge souvenirs as well as University of Cambridge apparel and the like. I…read morespecial ordered my favorite black hoodie with Pembroke coat-of-arms over the left breast. Prices are steep but YOU ARE in a tourist town within Europe so it's only natural that the prices are not Wal-Mart rollback style. I highly recommend this store to anyone looking for Cambridge memorabilia. The staff is very friendly and accommodating as well--I didn't sense nor receive any of the negative attitude (towards non-locals) that I got from other establishments. Check out their web site: http://www.ryderamies.co.uk/

I am getting married next year, so have been around a few of the bridalwear shops in the area (not…read morethat there are very many in Cambridge city to begin with!). This was the first place I tried - and it was by far the best! You do have to book in advance if you want to try on wedding dresses as it gets very busy, especially on weekends. There's a room downstairs for private fittings, where (once you've made your appointment) you can try on dresses to your heart's content! The service is fantastic and the staff really professional and patient. If you tell them you have to stick to a budget they will try to accommodate you. The range of dress styles is amazing too. If like me, the blancmange doesn't do it for you, there are plenty of really classy, simple dresses in there - everything from fishtail to column dresses - you name it! Ironically I ended up buying the second dress I ever tried on - after then trying on endless other bridal dresses! The service is fantastic - there's no hard sell or any of that rather intimidating aura you sometimes get in these kinds of stores. I've recommended this shop to several of my friends.

The Tailor's Cat is located in the heart of Cambridge and houses a large selection of stunning…read morebridal gowns by designers including Ian Stuart, Jenny Packham, Pronovias, Suzanne Neville, Hollywood Dreams and Allure as well as special occasion wear, evening wear, ball gowns, prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses, tiaras, veils, intricate hair accessories, jewellery, bags and wraps. This is one of the best places to come to view bridal wear and also evening gowns. Emma and her team are so helpful that you will surely be overjoyed with the service they can give you and the advice you receive. A must if you are getting married.