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London is a city that loves to see people earn money and spend it. The streets are paved with the very best retail outlets the world has to offer. You name it – you can buy it! Business trips don't often leave you with much time for shopping, so for the perfect present head to:
Smythson
Smythson of Bond Street is one of the great traditional British brands. That's not to suggest it's old-fashioned or stuffy. Smythson products, in particular their customised stationery, are all about immaculate craftsmanship and style. Over the years, Smythson customers have included the Royal family, Grace Kelly and Madonna.
Liberty
London's most beautiful department store is, Liberty, thanks to its fabric prints, more than just a store: it’s a part of British design history. Pop in today to browse a treasure trove of beautiful and stylish fashion, furnishings and accessories.
Harrods
The world's most famous department store covers over 4.5 acres of prime Knightsbridge real estate, is 7 storeys high, employs no less than 3,500 people, and stocks everything that is desirable (and legal). If you're struggling for present ideas, Harrods also offer their own brand of luxury goods.
Selfridges
The ever-popular Selfridges sets itself apart from the crowd by keeping its finger firmly on the fashion pulse. If you want fashion fresh off the catwalk, Selfridges is the place to find it. The store features mini boutiques and metres and metres of retail space packed full of everything designer.
Fortnum & Mason
Conveniently located around the corner from Buckingham Palace, Fortnum & Mason have been known as the royal grocers since Queen Victoria's reign. Actually Fortnum's is not just a food shop, it's a fully stocked department store. But the world will always flock to Fortnum's for their iconic food items.
