A bewildering (to me at least!) array of brightly coloured accessories for teenage girls. I went in…read morethere yesterday to buy some Christmas presents and was spoilt for choice. Fortunately the staff are very helpful and ready to advise on the best gifts to buy for particular age groups. The shop is crammed full of jewellery, make up, socks, scarves, hair slides, brushes and hair pieces, bags of all kinds and so much more! It can get very busy and crowded - I actually went back half an hour later as I couldn't get near to what I was trying to look at; the second time was easier.

This outlet branch of Claires accessories is located in the easy to find Mcarther Glen shopping…read morecentre just off the M4. It has plenty of close free parking. If you have a daughter who loves Claires then this one is worth a visit. It follows the same style as most of the others, It is very small in size which can make it cramped, it sells all the same bits and bobs and has all the same price tags. However when you get to the till you will find a huge 30% off everything you have bought. Dont get me wrong some of the stuff works out expensive even with the 30% off but if you are going to have to buy these things anyway you might as well make the saving.

Well if it's bags or cases your after, Bags Galore is the place to go! The shop stocks a large…read morerange of shoulder bags at reasonable prices as well as an even larger range of suitcases. The prices are cheaper than you would expect to pay in a non outlet store e.g. there was a really good hard shell case reduced from £100 to £49.50 Bags galore also stock a large selection of flight bags with styles to suit everyones taste. I fell in love with a beautiful leather holdall which was reduced from £215 to £149 - perhaps I can ask for it as a birthday present! They also had a good variety of briefcases with prices ranging from £40 to £80.

Bridgend Claire's accessories is an example of the bog standard Claires accessories stall. Teenie…read moreTiny and packed to the rafters with stuff. Also usually packed with kids and teenagers, so you're lucky to get in there - never mind find what you are looking for. Never the less there is a decent range of the usual stuff they sell - good for fancy dress bits and bobs, or cheap presents for girls. The Claire's in McArthur Glen is an outlet store - and sells everything with 20% off - therefore if you are looking for the Claire's exerience in Bridgend - you might be better off getting a bargain there - but for the most up to date stock - stick to the high street shop.

I enjoyed looking around this shop yesterday. There's a wide range of accessories, mostly for very…read moreyoung people (ie, teenagers) but there was something for older shoppers (ie, me!) too. I bought a lovely scarf amongst a great selection and I'll definitely have another look there next time I'm in Bridgend. The girl who was working there was delightful, very friendly and helpful.

didnt think a lot of this shopread more

This branch of Monsoon is fairly small, but still has a good range of styles and clothes available…read more The prices are a little expensive for every day clothes, but if you are shopping for something special, for example, a night out, or a wedding, etc. it is perfect. The staff are friendly and changing rooms are really nice.

I love Monsoon - they are 'on trend' but also have a really unique feel - when somewhere is wearing…read moreMonsoon you always know it straight away. This is a typical Monsoon store - the type where there is an interlinked connection to Accessorize. The shop sells womensware and shoes and childrens and babies clothes. There is no mens department in this store. There is always a decent range in store, and nice spacious changing rooms. Staff are helpful. Monsoon is pretty pricy - but quality is good, there is a a god range of sizes, and Monsoon caters for most age groups

OK, not cheap, as others have said but very pretty and attractive jewellery, all nicely…read morecolour-coordinated in their racks around the shop so that you can match things easily. The scarves are beautiful and unusual and the bags quite gorgeous, covered in beautiful prints, beading and colours to suit most occasions and outfits. Many other accessories too and well worth a browse. Certainly a place to find a lovely gift for a friend.

Hve a great range but can be expensive at times. If your looking for something cheap best to look…read moreelsewhere unless they've got a sale on.

Het couture Millinery is a wonderful studio in the Old Wool Barn Art & Craft Centre in Verity's…read moreCourt, just behind the HIgh Street. You can get there via a handy little alleyway, to the left of Arthur John Hardware. (I had lived in Cowbridge for six months before I discovered this handy little alleyway!) It is absolutely brim full, (please excuse the pun), of the most amazing creations and fabrics that you could ever hope to cast your eyes on. There is something utterly exquisite about the abundant, rare opulence and extravagance of this boutique style studio, that makes it a really enriching experience to visit. As with all of the artisans who have their studios at the craft barn, you will be able to engage in discussions about the art of hat making, as well as discussing a commission, should you be attending a winter wedding, or some other such grand occasion. Having a bespoke hat made to suit you, and only you, has to be something of an essential extravagance at least once in your lifetime! (I have done it several times, but mainly because hats off the rack never suit! I have a difficult head to please!) Highly recommended!

This is the most beautiful shop and a wonderful experience.What shopping should be about! Sarah who…read moremakes the hats is fantastic. So creative! If you take your outfit with you she will match the colour and style perfectly. I'm now on my 3rd hat and once you've worn them you've got your own little work of art. Reasonably priced too! Once you've discovered Het, you'll be addicted! Beverley Porthcawl

small shop with bits and bobs.sell sewing machines and also part exchange.dont find staff that…read morehelpful.think it could be more vibrant and interesting -seems tired at present and not enough variety

Hubby bought 2 lovely suits here for less than the cost of one jacket. They do a better deal often…read moreif you buy 2 items - shop with a friend? They have ALL sizes - if they don't have an item in stock they will attempt to get it for you. Very pleased witrh the service received & the prices.

This shop is fab for mens suits, they do cheap (but nice) ones and expensive ones. The staff there…read moreare really helpful. My boyfriend just bought a really nice suit there. At first we were just aimlessly wandering around picking up suits and one of the staff came and got him a load of suits in different styles and sizes to try until he found one. He was really knowledgable about what goes with what and what looks best. Really pleased with the service there.

Not to be confused with popular kitchenware store, Lakeland Leather sells a mixture of leather…read moregoods and clothes. On the leather front they stock their own range of handbags as well as Radley bags at discounted prices e.g. from £135 to £99.95. They also stocked leather purses as well as a large range of leather jackets and briefcases. There were some reasonable mens shirts and suits and a selection of blouses, which were not really to my taste. They also stocked a small selection of jewellery, none of which I found that inspiring.

always buy purses here.nice leather ackets etc at really good prices.read more