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14 years ago
Super friendly staff... Is small but great selection... Great prices on kilts! read more
14 Teviot Place
Edinburgh EH1 2QZ
United Kingdom
Old Town
0131 226 4634
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http://www.armstrongsvintage.co.uk/
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People searched for Women's Clothing 348 times last month within 15 miles of this business.
Stopped into the women's store recently on a trip to Edinburgh. The first staff person I…read moreencountered me seemed like she couldn't be bothered to make a sale. Others wouldn't even to look up when I asked them a question. I was so disappointed as their selection is stunning. Needless to say I bought elsewhere.
Great clothing made with great materials Really worth the…read moremoney I suspect I'll be wearing my purchase for many years to come
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Spent the month of August in Edinburgh, performing at the Fringe Festival... bought a GORGEOUS…read moreKestin suit and scarf from Frontier Man. Obsessed with their clothes! So interesting. I hope they ship internationally because now i follow them! Great service, well-priced, LOVE LOVE the store!
Thank you to Joe for an making an enjoyable browse turn into a purchase through his fantastic…read moreknowledge and experience. Grabbed myself a beer aswell which makes the whole experience that little bit more enjoyable. Great selection of top end brands and products, will definitely be back to spend more Only a short walk from George Street and Princes Street, and easily accessible with buses and trams, and good old feet power. Go give this place a look, definitely one of the best mens fashion shops in Edinburgh.
YMC, Edwin
I had it in mind to buy myself a fair isle jumper (in the U.S. we'd call it a pullover sweater)…read moreduring our trip to Scotland. I did some online research before we left home and learned that to be considered authentic, one of the requirements is that it be fashioned from Shetland wool, as opposed to cashmere, merino, or lambs wool. I found a very useful thread on Reddit that listed several reputable shops in Edinburgh (our base of operations while in Scotland), including this warning: "Whatever you do, don't go into any of the tat shops." Of course, then I had to ask Google what a "tat shop" was. In the United States, my guess would have been a tattoo parlor, but that didn't make sense. A "tat shop" is a souvenir store. I made some phone calls when we got to Edinburgh. Many stores in the UK are closed on either Monday/Tuesday or Tuesday/Wednesday, so that narrowed our choices. Other stores had no fair isle jumpers in stock. Still, I was undeterred and kept calling around. After only two or three calls, I reached Dicks Edinburgh and was told that they did have exactly what I was seeking. A few hours later, after we had toured Edinburgh Castle, we hopped into a cab and went straight there. My husband and I were the only customers, and the entire staff (two women and a man) were collectively attentive to us. It took me only a few minutes to decide on the perfect jumper. It was a lovely experience from start to finish. Dicks Edinburgh is clearly a quality clothing store, and I would not hesitate to shop there again.
Top quality Shetland Wool Sweaters and helpful staff. It took a transatlantic telephone call and a…read morereview of many of their sweaters, but we walked out delighted with our purchase.
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Beautiful department store on Princes St, with a super unique layout due to the historical building…read moreit's in. If you are from Canada, this store is just like Hudson's Bay. If you are from the USA, it's just like Macy's. Ran out of Clarins cream and stopped here to stock back up. Had AMAZING service by the rep!
Unusual, old-fashioned and charming is how I would describe Jenners. It has a maze-like quality so…read moreit's quite easy to get lost in the multitude of rooms and floors. Definitely worth a browse for a quaint shopping experience. The cafe is very good too, but extremely busy. I had a breakfast of cheese and tomato omelette with a decent cup of coffee. Not very relaxing due to the bustling crowds of people and it's a queue-up to order and pay system, so I was concerned my food would be cold by the time I managed to get my coffee, pay and grab a table. But it was warm enough and very tasty.
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I had a terrible experience with Ede and Ravenscroft's graduation photography service. The photos…read morewere poor quality with black marks caused by a camera fault, and I had to go through 44 emails just to get an acceptable version. The final images were cropped badly, the mounts were dented, and further edits were made without my consent. Communication was slow, confusing, and at times rude. I paid for professional photos to capture a special day and instead received stress, disappointment, and poor customer care. I would never use this company again or recommend them to anyone.
This was the most disappointing experience I've encountered. The quality of the photographs was…read moresubpar, and I was provided with the incorrect gown for the ceremony. Customer service was unsatisfactory, and I paid over £200 for their services. It appears that they have a monoply in the university graduation market.
Like many I consider myself to have an individual-yet-trendy taste when it comes to fashion. After…read moreall I live in Edinburgh, a town not exactly shy of a few pretentious trendies, although in fairness it's either get fashionable or end up hanging around Cockburn Street thinking about black and wondering when Fall out Boy's next album is being released! So with the above in mind (the trendies, not the emos!), I tend to venture outwith the norm when it comes to fashion shopping on the Diesel, Lyle & Scott and Superdry-heavy streets of Edinburgh. And that's where Solo comes in. Short of jumping online, Solo should be any self-respecting man's first fashion port of call in the capital. Stocked with a diverse array of trendy-yet-seldom-seen-on-shelf brands such as Rough Justice, Caliban and Villain, also managing to keep the pricing reasonable compared to the likes of say Harvey Nics or Cruise. Definitely aimed at the smarter-dressed man, the size of the place appeals to the wee pretentious twat in me that appreciates the fact that whatever I buy from here won't be seen on every other Tom, Dick and Harry I pass on South Bridge! And the staff are more chatty and down-to-earth than you would expect from a vendor competing with the likes of the aloof Xile and the aforementioned Harveys, easing the minds of the more self-conscious out there. Solo by name, solo by nature. Worth a shout.
Snagged a beautiful midnight linen shirt that was on sale! Gorgeous shop, neighborhood and clothes!read more
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My Dad was getting married last September and I finally convinced him that he would need a new suit…read morefor it. So we tralled Edinburgh before stumbling upon Slaters, and I am glad we did. This store stocks a huge amount of suits in every colour imaginable. As well as some other smart clothes, like your tweed coat yah. The service was fantastic, there are few shops which offer such a high standard of service. The shop assistant was very polite and listened to what my dad was looking for and came up with a tonne of options. He gave advice and was really helpful. We settled on the second suit my Dad tried, and the best thing is they alter for free! This was the Monday and the guy said we could pick up the altered suit on Saturday. As my Dad doesn't live in Edinburgh I said I would pick it up but it would be two weeks later as I was going on holiday on Saturday. Not a problem, he organised the suit to be ready for the Wednesday. My brothers picked up their suits from another branch of Slaters and they were just as good.
Selling suits and formal wear for guys, Slaters is a well known name and they do fantastic quality…read moresuits some of which are very affordable indeed. My brother got his suit for his school leavers dance from Slaters and many of my friends have recently had to invest in a suit for Grad Balls and Slaters seems to be the most popular option. It also seems like the most wallet friendly option as a friend of mine got his suit for £80, I didn't realise you could get suits at such a bargain price! Prices range from under £100 to £200+ so it depends how flush you're feeling I guess. You don't have to go all out and buy a suit or kilt you can also hire them if you don't really need them all that much, just don't get carried away with the red wine.
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The rudest staff I ever experienced in my life. I was asked to move 4 times while I am buying…read moresouvenirs here. Three times while I am buying cookies and cap and one time while I am on the line to pay.The cashier told me that it was busy that is why, I told her it's not even busy and I am still choosing. I should have not buy the things i want to buy but I am already in line. I wont go here if you are a tourist or maybe it's just me cause I am Asian cause they are all smiles with other people.
Okay so when tourists come to Edinburgh they love to buy tartan in any shape or form which means…read morethere is an abundance of tourist shops in the city. I normally take visitors to this store purely because its less annoying than the rest of the tourist tat shops. You know the ones I mean, the shops that blast bagpipe music out into the street all day and have See You Jimmy hats hanging off the window. For some reason these shops really annoy the locals. Thankfully Romanes and Paterson is not like that. Romanes and Paterson has been around since the 1860's, which is a good enough reason alone to support a historic business. The shop stocks cashmere, kilts, woolen goods, tartan gifts, shortbread, Edinburgh Castle Rock and whatever else it is tourists in Scotland like to buy. It really is ideal for tourists coming to Scotland who wish to purchase their souvenirs to take back home. Its much better than all those shops previously mention which just stock complete tat. There is also a cafe in the store which does a good afternoon tea and is waiter service. The only waiter service cafe on Princes Street I'm told, I guess that is probably true in a world full of Costas and Starbucks.
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Outstanding! We visited the store back in 2019 and I purchased a large Black Watch scarf. I had my…read moreeye on the mini cape but didn't think I'd have the room in my luggage. Fast-forward a few years and I'm still thinking of that cape. With what's going on in the world, I reckon it will be a while before I'm back in Scotland so I hopped online! Ordering was a breeze and I was thankful they still carried it. What amazed me the most is how fast the shipping was to Canada! No unexpected costs as others have mentioned. The cape is stunning and very good quality. Just as I remembered it. Now that autumn is upon us, I have already worn it a couple of times. I am VERY happy with my purchase. My entire experience from start to finish was perfect. I will definitely be ordering more from them.
Marchbrae is a beautiful store right in the heart of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. This is not the…read moretypical tourist trap and they carry an impressive array of clothes and accessories for men and women, most of them are crafted in Scotland. Their tartans are stunning!
I needed a waterproof storm hat. The employees were helpful and had just what I wanted for a good…read moreprice. My husband liked their Barbour water resistant jackets. Nice business.
Coolest peeps helpin me look fresh-dipped in Scottish couture…read more Cute Castillian gals makin sure I look dope in clan gear. Yup, don't come here and bite mah style, brah. You ain't as handsome. Nope.
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This is such a cute store! I visited it twice while I was in Edinburgh. They have lots of eclectic…read moreitems: stickers, cards, gifts, clothing, glasses and jewelry. I bought a couple of very unique pieces and have already received so many compliments on them! Will come back next time I am in town.
It was such an adorable little place, with lots of super adorable badges and stickers. Everything…read moreis such good quality and for really good prices. There is something for everyone there, I visited it when I was in Edinburgh and I got presents for all of my friends. The service was so quick, the line was super long and yet the person at the desk managed to get through everyone so quickly and she was so nice!
Phenomenal store with not only the best selection to order a traditional kilt but they also have…read moresome very fashionable clothes for everyday wear. The customer service was amazing.
This is the only place to go if you want a bespoke highland dress. Kinloch Anderson specialise in…read moremaking kilts or trews form scratch.The staff are extremely knowledgable about tartan, the way it should be worn and what you should be wearing. These guys make highland dress for the Royal family. Why not pop in and visit the tartan museum? They have great tartan books with samples of tatran and special orders they have made over the years. They also stock sporrans, quaichs, cufflinks and belts. the have ready made stuff and they do wedding hire or hire for special occasions. Not cheap but great value. Kilts are supposed to last generations not five minutes.
Hoochie Coochie is a little independant fashion boutique in Tollcross, where you can find an array…read moreof affordable lovely dresses, from vintage-style stuff to more gothic-style stuff. It is probably the only shop in town where where you buy clothes from a pirate, aka the lovely man who mans the shop. Apart from lots of lovely dresses, they also have accessories such as bags and shoes. A great place to treat yourself or buy a present!
Why is there only one other review?…read more Such a fun store to shop at. They have the best Christmas jumpers so I don't see why you would go anywhere else to buy one! (Oh right, the price tag...) The store owner is also a PIRATE. Not really. Kind of. He kind of looks like a pirate. He's really nice! So friendly! In short, great clothing and you get to meet a pirate. Kind of.
I don't shop here very often, but today's visit was such a great experience that I felt compelled…read moreto leave a review. While the self-checkout was a bit of a hassle, one of the staff members--Annan, I believe--was absolutely fantastic. He helped me out with genuine patience and a smile, never making it feel like I was inconveniencing him. Honestly, if he ever has a vacancy, I'd hire him in a heartbeat. What a gem of a person--he really made my day!
Old Navy for hipsters…read more This place was a wreck. I understand it is located in a high traffic area and they get a lot of visitors but it's just a mess. I saw this place one night after they closed and made a point to come back during the next day. Most of the clothing looks like it would fall apart within a few weeks...looks good but poorly and cheaply made. I checked it out and walked out.
Disappointment. I was excited for this store…read more This store has interesting clothing to offer - some vintage some new. The prices were pretty steep. Many clothes were damaged, and the tag did not mention the damaged item. I understand that items are vintage, but it should be disclosed of the condition of the clothing. The v store was very hot and packed with people. I was unable to look at everything because shoppers kept bumping into me or cutting me off unfortunately. The clothes were not very organized either. It was hard to look through them. If they did crowd control and limit the shoppers inside, I may have had a better experience. This has been the most disappointing shop during my Scotland holiday so far.
One of my favorite vintage shops in the world! I look forward to coming here every time I am in…read moreEdinburgh. I have found some really unique pieces for great prices.
I googled Fair Isle sweaters, Edinburgh & ended up buying two here. The staff couldn't have been…read morenicer & the sweaters are gorgeous. I don't wear the other boho items stocked & didn't do more than glance, but the uniquely beautiful sweaters were the prettiest I've seen - and I've been looking!
I love this place so much. I was in Edinburgh on business and when I had a day off I went around…read morethe town to explore a bit and stumbled upon this place. Not being super into wool and hand made items at the time, I bought one wool headband and brought it home (living in Seattle, you get COLD all the time). I grew to love this headband so much, that I now order headbands all the time from this place and have them shipped to Seattle. I cannot find yarn like the yarn at Ragamuffin ANYWHERE! It is so unique and thick, I would buy hundreds of headbands from this place if I could. Truly, they are so unique, I cannot do them justice in an explanation. I always tell people who are going to EDI for business to check this place out, and I will definitely continue ordering from this place as long as they let me. :)
Came here with the family and loved it. It's a fun and quirky store and the staff were all really…read morekind and helpful!
Rude staff and poor selection. There are countless near identical stores on the same street with…read morequality products and much nicer staff, don't waste your time here.
Love Primark, especially and specifically their international locations. This one in Edinburgh…read morereminded me a lot of the Amsterdam store. It's spacious and bustling with multiple floors (women/men/children). There's a plethora of options to shop from clothes and shoes to accessories and fragrances. It was difficult to find an employee to ask questions as they easily blended in with shoppers. There was also a self check-out section, which I appreciated being able to bypass the long lines for time's sake and only a few items to purchase. I would stop in again without hesitation whenever I visit the area again.
Found myself in need of a hoodie while on vacation and knew I could find it here! Prices are crazy…read morelow and they have a huge selection for everyone. I just wish they would find their way across the pond....
Amstrongs has always got ripe vintage pickings. It is one of the most famous vintage stores in the…read morecountry, and was impressed to see the sign on this outlet saying it was founded in 1840. 1840! They were living in a time that everything was vintage (to us, anyway). It makes me wonder why they used to sell! However, despite my praise for the other outlet's glitzy displays, this Armstrong's has a bit less pizzaz. Don't get me wrong, it's still a prime target for rummaging, and I don't tend to surface from the shop for at least half an hour. But today I was let down (like in the other store) by vaguely ignorant customer servicem and by finding a few of my clothes on the rails! A 40s inspired Haiwaiian dress, eh? That may be the case, but what the tag failed to highlight was that it was in H&M last season. Not only that, but a fair few items from my wardrobe turned up in there, to the point I felt like I was in the Truman Show. I have a really horrible jumper I wear in bed that makes me look like a creepy kids TV presenter, and was surprised to say the least when it turned up in here (although perhaps not surprised at why it is unlikely to be purchased anytime soon.) Armstrongs is always fun, but I can't deny I was a bit disappointed. But I'm still going to go back because - well, it's Armstrongs!
I honestly thought this was a fancy dress shop when I first walked in here in my first year. Some…read moreof the clothes are just ridiculous, including what looked like technicolous dreamcoats. It's really not up my street and they try to label most of it as 'vintage' when, really, it's just tack. What's more, the strange guy who owns it took a shining to one of my friends and kept demanding that he had a photo taken of her! Pretty bewildering stuff. Nonetheless, if your into interesting and unusal clothing, this is the place to look.
Loved the selection on Royal Mile! Great service, great colors, great location! And authentically…read moreScottish, many on Royal mile and not made in Scotland. These cashmere scarves are!
I went in with a friend and she asked if they had the Tartan plaid for my family Ralston. The store…read morehad people in it. The woman who owns the shop was yelling that Ralston was not Scottish! The young woman at the register shoved her phone in my face saying you can see it's fake it's pink and purple, they started laughing at me. I have a bible that was handed down that they got when they had to leave Scotland he wrote that it was so hard! I guess Anthony Ralston is fake Scottish to you! They were the only rude people in Scotland!!!!!