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Retail Therapy at The Harrods!

No matter the period in time, London has always enjoyed an unwavering status as one of the world’s greatest cities. Here before New York, it is likely that London will rein supreme long after Shanghai and Hong Kong re-establish themselves as the new global hotspots. Historic with its iconic Thames and Big Ben tower, the subject of many a poet’s dream the city is also playing host to the 2012 Olympics. With its past glory, present abundance, London is a city that offers a wealth of experience and culture that is scarcely available anywhere else in the world. Home to such popular attractions as Buckingham Palace, St. James Park, Westminster Abbey and St. Paul’s Cathedral, London is also where Shakespeare’s famed Globe Theatre and the sky piercing London Tower is located. Although London’s urban landscape is synonymous with history, art, literature and culture, one must not forget that it is also a fashion capital. With annual events such as London Fashion Week, this bustling metropolis is also a shopaholics dream come true with the world’s best brands competing for a slot in one of the globe’s premier fashion Meccas. Nowhere is this more apparent than in London’s towering Harrods Department Store. As iconic as the city it is situated in, this mother of all malls located along Brompton Road, Knightsbridge is a 4.5 acre, one million square foot testament to the shopping culture of London. One of the planet’s biggest department stores, with over 330 departments of shopping space it is easy to understand it’s motto “All Things For All People, Everywhere”. First built in 1834, Harrods offers a range of products that include, men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, jewellery, toys, electronics, house wares, furniture, sporting gear, health and beauty products, stationary, home appliances, pet accessories and wedding needs among many others. Welcoming over 300,000 visitors a day during its peak season, Harrods is a one stop shop for luxury goods. Beauty merchandise available at Harrods include those by Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, Dolce & Gabbana, Elizabeth Arden, Givenchy and Gucci in addition to jewelry and outlets of over 86 of the world’s leading brands. These include such signature lines as Prada, Cartier, Mark Jacobs, Nina Ricci, Christian Dior, Chopard, Ferrari, Crème De La Mer and Estee Lauder as well as Ferragamo and Paul Smith to name a few. Children’s stores on-site include Baby Dior, Little Marc and Ralph Lauren children’s wear while toys, ski wear and other goods are also available. Lady shoppers will love Harrods’s outlets of Stella McCartney, Elizabeth Hurley, DKNY and Robert Rodriguez while men can have their pick of Polo t-shirts and Duchamp products in addition to a host of other top bands. Monclear and EA7 Sportswear are also available at Harrods as are products by William Sharp, TechnoGym and Spyder. In addition to the global brands that are on offer, Harrods also has its own signature line of products to its name. The Icon Collection, Corgi Exclusives, The Westie Collection,The Christmas Collection and The Building Collection are just some of the many Harrods products that stock the shelves of this colossal department store. The food and wine connoisseur in you will revel at the sight of Harrods’s extensive fine wine collection which includes, champagne, red wine, white wine, rose wine, spirits, liqueurs, fortified wines as well as mouthwatering creations by Godiva Chocolatier, biscuiteers and Veuve Clicquot. The Whiskey Trail and the Candy Shop are other must-visit locales in this expansive shopper’s paradise which also houses over 25 restaurants. Home to well-known eateries such as Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Dim Sum and Morelli’s Gelato other popular cafes and bars in the venue include the Rotisserie, East Dulwich Deli, Ca’puccino and the cosy Green Man Pub. The adage “you name it, we’ve got it’’ genuinely applies to the Harrods, where one is truly spoiled for choice. For holidaymakers who are looking for a London hotel within close proximity to Harrods, look no further than the Millennium Hotel London Knightsbridge . This charming and stylish London hotel serves as a comfortable rest for all.

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Autumn/Winter 2009 Menswear Collection Slideshow – Hackett Designer Menswear

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