SHOPPERS’ PARADISE Boasting iconic stores and the world's biggest brand names, London has more than enough to satisfy every shopper
1 Bond Street is the London home of many of the world’s most famous designer fashion brands (PHOTO: RAY LIPSCOMBE/ISTOCK)
If the UK capital’s many tourist attractions are not enough to convince potential visitors to choose London as their destination for healthcare, then its reputation as a magnet for those seeking luxury goods in the finest settings will be highly persuasive. The city offers myriad retail experiences that will satisfy even the most demanding of shoppers. Perhaps the biggest draw for those seeking designer brands is Bond Street, in the heart of the historic Mayfair area of London’s West End, where most of the big names in fashion have their own stores. More than 300 years after its foundation in 1700, Bond Street remains a focal point for the stylish and the wealthy, frequented by celebrities and socialites.
Among the classic fashion brands represented on this avenue dedicated to all things luxurious are Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Ralph Lauren, Louis Vuitton and Burberry. Bond Street also plays host to some of the most famous names in jewellery, including Asprey, Cartier, De Beers and Tiffany & Co. For the most individual of high-quality shopping experiences, Bond Street also offers custom-made shopping tours, during which a specialist guide will share their expertise on the retailers, restaurants and hotels in the area. The bespoke, personalised service is an ideal way for the first-time visitor to acquaint themselves with one of London’s most historic and sophisticated districts.
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