I'm a confident, young(ish) man of the world so strolling in to Ann Summers with the missus wasn't…read morea problem. Just needing to pick up a few bits while on the high street and then of to grab some dinner. Here we are, side by side, browsing, feeling at ease with the friendly staff and... What the fuck is a Double Intruder!?! Fellas - know your role here. There is no taking charge. You walk behind the woman, holding the bags and just offer whatever limited understanding you may have when asked for it as most of these conversations are invite only. Of course, feel free to make some suggestions but always bow to superior knowledge. Lasses - Damn, you're filthy. Not to mention difficult to please by the looks of things. An array of instruments which have appearances ranging from comedy weapons to medieval torture devices, there are all sorts here to get you where you want to go in life and baffle the men while doing so. And, of course, the Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy and all associated accessories are flogged here too. On a personal note I thought the whole place would've been a touch more elegant but perhaps I just overestimated the sophistication of a ladies sex shop. Still more sophisticated than I am, however. But lets be honest, if I see a large rubber cock swinging around I'm going to snigger, regardless of who can see. An almost bewildering range of garments, lubes, DVDs, accessories (too various to mention) and hands on advice is readily available here. Oh, and more batteries than a Duracell factory. TTFN, Ian

How embarrassing! I used to love this branch of Anne Summers - a great polace to pop into on your…read moreway home to buy a little something for the weekend. Untilthey changed the lay out. No more discreetly placed shelves so that you can browse comfortably out of sight of passers by. Now - even the customers in the sainsbury's opposite can see whether you've opted for the menthol option, No thanks!!

I recently bought some stunning lingerie for my wife's birthday from Phoebe Carlyle online. Their…read morewonderful website was really easy to use and she really loved her gifts. The girls in the office mentioned them and I took their advice. Good move!

Great for Chelsea girls, Austique is a sweet boutique that stocks a lot of dresses and other girly…read morefashion. But while some pieces are a bit too precious for me, Austique's roster of designers is quite unique and usually exclusive to the Chelsea area. The shop started out with a focus on Australian labels, and while they have since cast their net wider, you'll still find an interesting range of Aussie designs (including my fav, Camilla and Marc). They also have gifty items/accessories (scented candles, lux slippers, cashmere gloves etc) and a great lingerie selection upstairs.

Beautiful clothing collections in a beautiful store - great atmosphere to shop in - and love that I…read moresave every time I shop with my StyleCard!

Gabriella is very warm & friendly and helpful to all her customers, i would highly…read morerecommend to all my friends. both femail & mail. & her tranny friends Tammy

patti3010 I love shopping at Gabriella Sandhams, not only does she make you feel welcome but her…read moreservice is by far the best when it comes to bra measurements. She has been with me through the changes of my bra sizes (tents I called and back breakers) I am always whooping with joy when she says J your back is smaller. There is no place I would rather buy my bras from but at Gabreilla's. That red bra you recommended went down a storm @cap de Agde and so did the corset. So will be coming back to search for a new sexy bra. I have introduced my sister in-law to her too and she is happy with the service. Just one thing Gabreilla please find me a pink bra from that french company you know the one.:-) Jude

Well I mean I am a lady....... And speaking of the unmentionables is a major faux pas according to…read moregirl code.... La Perla is the finest of almost the finest of threads that you might gently lay on your delicate body. This store is right in the heart of the ever so charming Kensington. The associate was super sweet and helpful with sizes, selection and the latest pieces the store had to offer. This is an excellent store for all your undergarment needs no matter your size or shape.....It just makes you feel sexiiiiiii :)

La Perla is the absolute luxury and ultimate authority of women's lingerie.read more

There's good reason a bra fitting at Rigby and Peller is oft cited as one of the top 100 "musts" in…read moreLondon - and it has nothing to do with the fact that they're the official "corsetiere" to the Queen ('cause frankly, the thought of that makes me shudder). No, it's because this is a lavish experience that will leave you feeling utterly spoiled... and wondering why you didn't do it sooner. Put out of your mind all thoughts of any other uncomfortable and awkward (and wrong!) bra-fitting you've ever been through before... R&P is on a whole other royal level of its own. First off, the atmosphere is classy, but comfortable. You can make an appointment for a fitting, but the first time I went there a couple of months ago, I just walked in. I have a weak spot for underthings, and after hearing so much about how amazing the service was from one of my friends, and how much she was in love with her recent purchase - I had to try it. Even though a bra fitting is the sort of thing that can make you feel pretty darn vulnerable, there wasn't any production involved with the process, it was very relaxed and my fitter totally put me at ease... by far the most amazing thing was that all she had to do was look at me! No tape measure, or feeling me up with some other contraption... just a careful look before announcing, "You're a...." And she was spot-on - they're like bra-fitting psychics! Rigby and Peller carry their own brand as well as some other nice lines like La Perla and Felina. The prices here really aren't more than what you would pay for any nice name-brand of lingerie... and the fact that the fitting is complimentary makes shopping here an unbelievable deal; you feel properly pampered in this store, attended to like an illustrious woman... almost as if you were a princess - or, well, even a Queen.

Simply a must if you're a woman who hasn't had a proper bra fitting. After years or…read moresecond-guessing, coming to Rigby & Peller was a complete and utter game-changer for me, my breasts, posture, and self-assurance. Women, we have enough to worry about, right? Don't you hate it when you're working and concentrating on something, and your bra strap won't stay put? Or your bra is riding up too high and pinching? The sad reality is that we, as women, learn to put up with that crap, and just "get on with it." But a fitting at Rigby & Peller, no matter what job or occasion you have, will set you up with a proper foundation. In return, you'll feel that a subtle sense of "oomph" in your femininity and self-care. Not to mention, your tits will look GREAT. The fitting process is simple, but you will need to be comfortable enough to be bare-breasted in front of the patient bra fitting specialist. Yes, she's a stranger, but it's her job to fit you. Never mind this awkward moment, because it's then time to try on the various bras she'll bring to you, and that's fun! Separate the pile from those that you like and those that she can return to the stockroom. I found my perfect bra, and gave my bra fitting specialist the one I walked in with to toss out...which she held up with one finger and rapidly disposed of in the nearest trash can. Goodbye crappy, ill-fitting, worn-out bra! Hello perfectly-supported, amazing-looking breasts and confidence! Instead of viewing my bra with disinterest or displeasure, I now have a new b(r)est friend.