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With a fantastic
mix of department stores, designer boutiques, shopping
centres and independent traders, Glasgow has emerged
as the leading city in Scotland for shopping. If you’ve always dreamed of dressing like Posh Spice then head straight for the Italian Centre [map], which has an array of elegant stores selling fantastic designer gear. Situated in Merchant City, this shopping centre is where the bright young things with lots of money to spare come to shop ‘til they drop. Here you’ll find expensive designer boutiques such as Versace Collections, which sells exclusive labels including Versace Sport, Versus and Bambino, as well as the only Emporio Armani store in Scotland. The shops at the Itallian Centre are entwined nicely with the Mediterranean-style cafes and chic wine bars that spill out onto the pavement. And this is also one of the best places in Glasgow to spot local and visiting celebrities, including Kylie Minogue and Tess Daly. You’ll find more designer stores on Princes Square, including Ted Baker, which is situated in a large store with two glass walls that flood the interior with light. Princes Square is easily one of the most favoured and famous shopping centres in Glasgow – probably because of its high-quality shops and stylish surroundings. The building dates back to 1841, although the interior, which boasts a glass ceiling and elevators as well as lavishly ornate ironwork and a grand staircase, has changed a lot over the years. For those who prefer everything under one roof, Glasgow is home to a wealth of department stores, such as Marks and Spencer, Lewis’, Debenhams and House of Frazer. But if you want to shop with the locals then pay a visit to the Watt Brothers store [map], which has departments including menswear, ladieswear, furnishings, kitchenware and gifts. With six floors of choice, this place is a Glaswegian shoppers heaven, although visitors can sometimes miss their chance as the entrance is hidden away on Hope Street. The majority of the Glasgow’s best shops for clothes, jewellery and household goods are housed in a number of shopping centres in and around the city centre. Probably the most popular of these is the Buchanan Galleries, although the newer St Enoch Centre, with its funky glass structure, is giving the old place a run for its money. For something a little unusual check out De Courcy’s Arcade [map], which is located on a tiny cobbled lane just behind Byres Road. Here you'll find two floors of second-hand music stores, bookshops, a cafe, a barbers and lots of fabulous independent gift shops selling everything from imported Japanese toys to Scottish soaps. Also worth a visit is the Braehead Shopping and Leisure Centre [map], which is on the outskirts of Glasgow and has 100 high street shops along with 6,500 free car parking spaces. Fashion names like Kookai and Monsoon sit comfortably here among the toyshops, opticians, travel agents, hairdressers, jewellers, photographers and gift emporiums. And when you're all shopped out, you can relax in the food court that expands over two floors and watch the ice skaters do their thing on the public rink below. In the East End of Glasgow you’ll find the Forge Shopping Centre [map], which has 78 different shops, so there's bound to be the one you need. Entertainment for the kids is available nearly every weekend with magic shows, a clown and free face painting, and the UGC Cinema is nearby if you fancy making a day of it. If you’re looking for that special gift why not try Argyll Arcade [map] in the city centre, which has the biggest selection of jewellers in Scotland all under one roof. The L-shaped arcade was built in 1904 and to this day houses an array of local jewellery designers' shops as well as antique jewellers' stores. Or for those who prefer to hunt for a bargain at the market take a trip to the Savoy Centre [map], an indoor market and now a Glasgow landmark, which has managed to retain much of its original look and feel despite the changing face of the rest of the street. In a nutshell this is a large store divided into individual stalls offering groceries, furniture, music, fashion, pets and even paintings. There is also a great little café here. With such a huge choice of stores and locations, we’re sure you’ll return from your shopping spree loaded with bags... although your wallet may feel a little empty! |
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