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As in almost any major city, London’s retail scene is dominated by chains. Fortunately, local shoppers are picky enough that buying from a chain doesn’t mean abandoning the flair and quirky stylishness for which Londoners are famed. Plus, in such an expensive city, chain stores are often a great place for deals. Most chains have a flagship store on or near Oxford St., usually with a second branch in Covent Garden. The branches will have slightly different hours, but almost all the stores listed below are open daily 10am-7pm, starting later (noon) on Sunday and staying open an hour later one night of the week (usually Thursday).
Waterstone’s, More than a dozen branches, including 203-206 Piccadilly (☎ 7851 2400; Piccadilly Circus) and 82 Gower St. (☎ 7636 1577; Goodge St.). Europe’s largest bookstore, with specialty sections ...more
Jigsaw, flagship 126-127 New Bond St. (☎ 7491 4484; www.jigsaw-online.com), Bond St. 22 branches, including 449 Strand (☎ 7497 8663; Charing Cross) and 65 Kensington High St. (☎ 7937 3573; High St ...more
HMV, 150 Oxford St. (☎ 0845 602 7800; www.hmv.co.uk), Oxford Circus. Also at 40 King St. (Covent Garden). 3 massive floors with a huge range of new vinyl, especially dance music. Music madness done right ...more
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