Very upmarket designer dress shop selling a variety of clothing for work and play…read more One of the only places in the region to stock so many high class labels. They have everything from designer jeans, and suits to glamorous evening dresses and they also stock matching jewellery, belts and bags. There is also a well stocked shoe shop downstairs where again many high class brands such as Gabor are sold. For husbands of shopohlic women there is a welcome couches and coffee on tap so take in a paper or a good book and relax those aching feet!! Annabelle is very helpful and will give you honest advice on what suits you and find you other items to try.

This is a high end designer clothes shop. I've only been in recently when there was a 50% off sale…read more The changing room is spacious, with a full length mirror, but its fairly communal. The staff are great. They will put an item by for you, and you can pay gradually. The shop is comfortable to be in with a sofa near the door where I sat, waiting for my friend, and then waiting to pay.

One would be underestimating this little gem nestling amongst the 18th century architecture of…read moreBoroughgate if you were to pass it by thinking it wouldn't have something for you. Admittedly if you are a teenager looking for designer jeans with holes curiously already in the knees, then you're probably going to be disappointed. But if you're a woman who likes to expresses her personality using colour, cut and style then Libra Fashion is without question worth spending time getting to know.

* see Tynwalk Mills website for correct details on location, it is located in St Johns…read more http://www.tynwaldmills.com Tynwald Mills is a mill in name only, once a thriving weaving industry, the mills hit decline and almost disappeared completely. The Mills found new life by redeveloping the site to create a retail centre. The 'anchor store' is Tynwalk Mills department store featuring high end clothing and home goods. Adjacent stores include a gourmet deli, two cafes, a flower shop, a toy store a weekly farmers' market (Thursday) and more. We had lunch at the Neb Cafe, which was very good. The shops are wheelchair accessible and there is plenty of parking. The setting is lovely, they also have a picnic area and playground, something for everyone!

The Superdry store in here is fantastic and suits all ages. Can't forget about 'never never land'…read moretough when I was a child I used to love it there so much because they always had the coolest toys. The furniture store that they have there is really nice and super cool and expensive. Tynwald Mills is overall a fantastic place that has something for every age and I would recommend it to anyone.

Laxey Woolley Mills is a charming gem of old world artisan and craftsmanship, and a must for anyone…read morevisiting Isle of Man. The owner still weaves everything traditionally on a loom. Laxey Wollen Mills is also the only place in which someone can purchase authentic Manx Wool clothing and home goods whether in Manx Tartan or other classic patterns. They also sell sheep skin rugs and shearling outerwear. I have many wool rugs (blankets, if you're American) and a shearling hat from Laxey Woollen Mills that I absolutely love. I had a few blankets shipped back to the US and nothing is more warm and cozy then having a woollie from the Isle of Man to hide under on a cold winter night. When you visit the Woollen Mills be sure to visit the art gallery on the second floor to see local artists exhibiting works of art inspired by the island. To make an afternoon of your visit, finish up at the Tea Room and enjoy fresh, homemade and locally sourced sandwiches, soups, and tasty treats (located on the second floor).

Laxey Woollen Mills is the only remaining mill on the Isle of Man. I always stop in to purchase…read moregifts for friends. Beautiful pure wool scarves start at approximately £15 and up. Throws, sweaters (aka jumpers), caps, kilts and more! It is not inexpensive but these are handcrafted items which will last a lifetime. This is the real deal, not mass produced. Many items are available in the blue 'Isle of Man' Tartan. A nice tearoom is located on the 2nd floor (no lift). There are a couple of other shops in the building, a gift shop upstairs and women's clothing downstairs. The people who run the Woollen shop are friendly (say hello to Rick the dog!). There are also very cool bronze (?) sculptures around the carpark, worth a look! Make sure you visit the nearby Laxey Wheel while up that way.