London Clothes And Accessories

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. Kensington). High-quality, mid-priced women’s wear in feminine, classic cuts. Designs prize elegance over fad-based fashions, though there has been a move toward edgier designs
Karen Millen, (☎08701 601 830; www.karenmillen.co.uk), 17 branches including 247 Regent St. (Oxford Circus), 22-23 James St. (Covent Garden), 33 Kings Rd. (Sloane Sq.), Jubilee Place (Canary Wharf), and Barker’s Arcade (High St. Kensington). Best known for richly embroidered brocade suits and evening gowns, but recently edging toward a more casual line. Starting to expand their classic look to encompass a younger market
Oasis, flagship Unit 12-14 Argyll St. (☎7434 1799; www.oasis-stores.com), Oxford Circus. 22 branches, including 13 James St. (☎7240 7445; Covent Garden) and 28a Kensington Church St. (☎7938 4019; High St. Kensington). Colorful, sexy clothes for work and play, plus shoes and accessories. A favorite with students and 20-somethings
Topshop, flagship 36-38 Great Castle St. (☎7636 7700; www.topshop.co.uk), Oxford Circus. 2nd main location at 60-64 Strand (☎7839 4144; Charing Cross). Dozens of locations in central London. Cheap, popular fashions for young people; over-25s will feel middle-aged. Boasts a huge range of casual clothes, strappy shoes, and skimpy women’s clubwear. Free Style Advisor personal shopping service. Many locations have adjoining Topman, for men