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Fashion Insider Favourites

Where to head for leopard print vintage or coconut macaroons? Ask a Fashion Insider. Here, they open up their address books to share their favourite, off the beaten track destinations.

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  Alfie's Antique Market

  Area: Central London
  
  “This is where I got my ‘Jack Russell dress’. I found it on the sale rail and couldn’t resist. I think it’s from the fifties: the body is made from fake fur (hence its title) with knitted sleeves, a ribbed ...

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  Darkroom

  Area: Fitzrovia
  
  “I absolutely love this new concept store that opened at the end of last year. They have an eclectic mix of interior and unusual accessories. I last bought amazing hand knitted wool poufs; but if I could afford it, I ...

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  Didier Antiques

  Area: Kensington
  
  “This store is wonderful and makes me dream. They specialise in jewellery by Post-War artists; expect to stumble across pieces by Cocteau, Moser, Braque, Vautrin and Kapoor (just a few of my favourites) it is perfect for very (expensive) special ...

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  Iris

  Area: South London
  
  “It’s always when I’m not looking for clothes that I find the best pieces and almost every time I visit Iris I leave with something. Isabel Marant and APC are my favourites here. I last bought a black silk shirtdress ...

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  Julie and Sarah's Market Stalls

  Area: Islington
  
  “I’m recommending a vintage stall as my favourite 'boutique' as it's where I buy outfits that draw the most attention. There are two stalls next to each other, under gazebos, run by Julie and Sarah. Both have a great eye ...

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  Ladurée

  Area: Mayfair / St. James's
  
  “This place reminds me of the time I spent in Paris, I love it because it’s a tiny piece of indulgence that makes me happy. I always buy a 12-pack of macaroons in my favourite flavours of coconut, chocolate and ...

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  Maiden

  Area: East London
  
  “This is one of those really cute places that has fun stuff you never knew you needed. I last bought Oscar Wilde children’s books for my niece.”
  Louise Gray, Designer ...

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  Nelly Duff

  Area: East London
  
  “I bought some great prints by Eine at Nelly Duff, they do amazing elevated framing. They have a great eye for spotting new up-and-coming talent, all in small runs so they are great investments for the future. Nelly Duff was ...

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  SHOWstudio Shop

  Area: Mayfair / St. James's
  
  “I can’t not mention SHOWstudio SHOP, because it offers rare and bespoke artefacts - either hand-picked from iconic fashion shoots and catwalk shows, or custom-made in house (the first example being a one-off dress handmade by Gareth Pugh). Curated as ...

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  The Girl Can't Help It

  Area: Marylebone
  
  “The owner, Sparkle, knows I'm mad for leopard print! When something special
  comes in she'll always let me know. Having said that, the last time I visited, I picked up a 1940s ceramic mermaid and a 1950s floor-length fringed ...

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