A Wear is a rising star in the online shopping world, with previous fashion designers for the label including John Rocha and Quinn and Donnlley. A Wear is a one-stop shop for all the latest trends, boutique brands and accessories at budget-friendly prices. We love their fun and fashionable pieces, and so do plenty of celebs! We've seen Frankie from The Saturdays in one of their tops and Danielle Jonas in their jeans. Their day dresses are comfortable and fashionable, and have worked their ways into our wardrobes on several occasions. They also get new stock in three times a week, which means we never get bored of what they have in. They've also got a section on the website for creating your own outfit, so you can see if all the bits in your shopping basket actually go together. Funnily enough, this only makes us shop more, rather than less...

Accessorize is a haven of pretty bags, fashion-friendly jewellery, kitsch shoes and quirky little gifts, which are all ethically sourced collections. Created originally as a spin-off store in Covent Garden for all of Monsoon's accessories, Accessorize now has over 240 stores across the UK. The perfect place for picking up a present for a friend, or treating yourself to a new accessory. If you're looking for little party bag fillers or table gifts, there's plenty of cute things here - from mini board games to nail art and jewellery. Mischa Barton, Taylor Swift, Emma Watson, Fearne Cotton, Emily Blunt, Bar Refaeli and Gemma Ward have all been spotted either browsing the bright and beautiful delights of the Accessorize stores, or wearing one of their designs. Our thirst for accessories has clearly caught on, and there are now more than 240 Accessorize stores in the UK and 600 stores throughout the rest of the world. 

Founded by Joseph Corré, son of Vivienne Westwood, Agent Provocateur is a lingerie store with fashion blood in its veins. Paris Hilton, Lily Allen and Carmen Electra are all big fans of the brand, and Kylie Minogue, Kate Moss and Maggie Gyllenhaal have all modelled for Agent Provocateur. It's a sexy range but glamourous too. Imagine if Ann Summers was more sultry than silly and you're on the right lines. Not just limited to underwear, Agent Provateur also offers dresses (with the kind of prices you'd expect from Vivienne Westwood), and a wide selection of products to turn your bedroom into a boudoir. These include luxurious cusions, sheets, duvets and throws. The brand now also has a range of beauty products, accessories (both for the bedroom and general life) and even has some decadent luggage! Perhaps now is the time to start dropping some hints to your other half, in time for your birthday? 

Amanda Wakeley specialises in stylish, seriously luxurious clothing for celebs likeScarlett Johansson, Demi Moore, Kate Beckinsdale, Dita Von Teese, Charlize Theron, Jada Pinkett Smith, Mischa Barton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Helen Mirren and Kate Winslet, along with several members of the royal family. A must-visit for ladylike dresses in stunning colours, and designer bridal wear. In fact, her dresses are designed purely to 'make women feel beautiful.' Her clothing is body enhancing and sexy without being too overt or constraining. Amanda has gone on to win three British Fashion Awards for Glamour, and has been awarded an OBE in 2010 for her services to fashion. You can buy her clothing from her flagship store on the Fulham Road, at Harvey Nichols throughout the UK and at Harrods in London. Amanda has also co-chaired the committee for the Fashion Targets Breast Cancer Appeal. Making women feel gorgeous and giving back to a primarily female charity? This is why we love Amanda Wakely.

Elizabeth Hurley, Scarlett Johansson, Sienna Miller, Madonna, Claudia Schiffer and Reese Witherspoon have all been seen out and about with an Anya Hindmarch purchase. Famous for her handbags, (and her famous “I'm Not A Plastic Bag” canvas tote) Anya Hindmarch also has a popular range of designer shoes, accessories and travel products. Anya Hindmarch says the ethos behind her brands is 'British, humorous and bespoke.' When she's not making bags for her own range, she's designing the bags for the Vanity Fair's Oscar party in 2006, 2007 and 2009, and has designed highly covetable First Class amenity kits on board of the planes of British Airways. We love her glittery clutches during the party season, and her pleated shoulder bags for the rest of the year. The brand also designs shoes, accessories and a special range of exotic bags and purses made from unusual fabrics. These bags are the kind that retain their value over time if treated well.

Specialists in leather produce, Aspinal of London offers a range of products varying from leather diaries to fine jewellery.  Aspinal of London offers an engraving service, so you can give a personalised gift to a loved one. Aspinal of London is based in several London stores, but is also stocked in concessions across the UK.

Bec Astley Clarke brought to life her passion for fine jewellery in 2006 when she founded Astley Clarke. Astley Clarke offers eye-catching precious and semi-precious jewellery in New York, London, California and Paris. Previous designers for the brand have included Jade Jagger, Pippa Small and Carolina Bucci, and Nicole Kidman, Nicole Richie and Princess Caroline of Monaco have all been spotted wearing Astley Clarke designs. Astley Clarke has been worn by Olivia Palermo and most famously Emma Watson with that little black dress for one of the Harry Potter premieres. Astley Clarke offers in her collections rings, bracelets, earrings, necklace, and various extra product from other designers. Keep an eye out for diamonds,  gemstones, sterling silver, gold, wedding jewellery, vintage jewellery, contemporary jewellery and pearl jewellery

Stocking brands like Markus Lupfer, Alice + Olivia, Goldsign and Zimmermann, Austique is a “one stop shop for all things beautiful”. Austique started in 2004, with the aim of stocking plenty of glamourous and feminine pieces. They also aims to showcase the best young and upcoming designers across the world, alongside their own branded products. Find everything from pretty dresses to pampering goodies on their website and in their London stores, which are continuously expanding at the moment. The nice thing about stores like Austique, is that browsing the store is as much of a joy as wearing one of their pieces. The whole atmosphere is girly, with floating butterflies extending from the ceiling, a bright, clean space and lots of little pockets of products tucked away underneath tables in baskets, or popped on top of a shelf. They'll even gift wrap your purchase if it's for someone special. 

Surely one of the most famous cosmetic brands the world over, Avon is famous for its classic beauty products, door-to-door “Avon Ladies” (and now men) and brochures. Avon has partnered with celebs like Salma Hayek, Fergie and Reese Witherspoon and even Cher to create signature scents and products. Avon has a wide range of products, including skincare, make up, fragrance and bath and body products. Their most well-know brands include Avon Color, Anew, Skin-So-Soft, Advance Techniques, Avon Naturals, and markAvon markets to women in more than 100 countries through approximately 6.5 million active independent Avon Sales Representatives. On top of all that, globally Avon has raised over $800 million to date as the world's largest supporter of women's causes. Considering Avon was created in the USA over 120 years ago by a 28 year old door-to-door bookseller, David McConnell, it's gone on to become one of the most famous brands in the world.

Stocked in New Look, Debenhams and House of Fraser, AX Paris are quickly becoming a high street favourite amongst many. Offering a range of super affordable fast fashion pieces, AX Paris’ collection allows you to nail each season’s trends without breaking the bank. If you’re after a quick last minute fashion fix, whether it be a chic party dress, statement jumpsuit or cosy knit – there are many options to choose from at AX Paris. With celebrity followers including Jameela Jamil, Kelly Brook and most of the The Only Way is Essex cast, AX Paris’ profile is ever rising. Their collection consists of a wide array of dresses including mini, maxi, body con, shift and party, jumpsuits and playsuits, skirts and shorts, trousers and leggings, knitwear and tops. At purse friendly prices their dedicated website is the ideal place to visit for a fast fashion fix.

A high street favourite, Barratts offers hundreds of classic and fashion-forward shoes ranging from cosy and practical boots to killer platform heels. Also stocked in stores like Dorothy Perkins, Barratts is one of the best places to go to get catwalk-inspired shoes at a fraction of the price, and there are plenty of reviews on the website to help with your shopping. . At the time of writing (December 2011),  Barratts has sadly gone into administration. However, we hope to see the brand get taken over by a popular high street brand so that we can continue to shop from their extensive range of shoes - including brand names like Skechers Shoes, Hush Puppies Shoes, Caterpillar Boots, Kickers Shoes, Just Sheepskin Boots, Rocket Dog Shoes, Ravel Shoes and Skechers Shape Ups. Other brands associated with the brand include Mini Barratts, Priceless Shoes, Discount Shoe Store, Petit Feet, Big Shoe Boutique

Launched in Spring 2010, designer brand Bastyan is a sophisticated online boutique with a practical yet stylish offering. The womens only brand, which now has concessions in John Lewis and House of Fraser department stores throughout the UK, offers a wide array of clean and understated pieces with an ultimate luxurious edge in both quality and design. Bastyan’s sleek and streamline clothing collection consists of dresses, tops, knitwear, jeans, trousers, skirts, jackets, coats and leather whilst their accessories include belts and bags. At higher end price points, Bastyan is the place to visit if you feel like treating yourself to something special or investing in a luxury piece. Their clean, easy to use site features stunning aspirational photography, collection previews and a Bastyan Edits area which helpfully curates items into specific trends or looks. If you’re looking to make a fashionable impression that keeps with tradition but has a modern streamline edge– Bastyan is the place to visit.

Beauty fans will love Beauty Expert, which stocks the best professional worldwide beauty products from salons, spas and brands. You're just a click away from brands like Molton Brown, Jemma Kidd, Stila, OPI, Dermalogica and This Works. Beauty Expert is dedicated to providing products that are both luxurious and efficient, so you can go from now to wow in as little time as possible. They only stock the products they believe are effective, so as a customer you feel like you're not going to get ripped off - nobody likes empty promises. They also promise not to sell 'grey market' products (discounted because they are out of date or the ends of ranges). If you've ever bought a perfume on offer, only to discover it's gone off just a few weeks later, you'll know how frustrating it can be to buy things close to their sell by date. Regular shoppers might like to know they have a loyalty scheme too.

British brand Bench is an essential shopping stop for anyone with an ever-growing t-shirt collection. While they sell a range of clothing, including hats, hoodies, shoes and jewellery for men, women and kids, it's their urban t-shirts that sell like hotcakes. Originally the brand started out in the 80s in Manchester, and was influenced by sports like skateboarding and BMX biking. Their current range stays true to its roots. Now though, they have some more comfortable outdoor clothes to go with the hardcode sports gear. They even do underwear now. Celeb fans who have been spotted wearing or buying from Bench include Rachelle Lefevre, Justin Bieber and Harry Shum Jnr from Glee. Bench is sold in 30 countries and has their own stores in the UK, Canada , Germany, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria, Poland, Czech Republic, South Africa, and Russia. Bench still continue to be present in the culture they originated in, and can often be found at festivals, sports events and clubs.

With iconic products like Benetint, High Beam, Badgal Lash mascara and their growing selection of blushers and bronzers, Benefit is a brand that all beauty fans (and make up artists) know and love. Benefit products are easy to spot – just look for the quirky, 50s style packaging, and tongue-in-cheek product names! The cult status of the brand has led to it getting celebrity fans like Katy Perry, Emma Watson, Kristen Stewart and Mischa Barton. When Benefit gave away tiny bottles of Benetint, High Beam and a couple of other samples of their bestselling couples with Glamour magazine, the issue flew off the shelves. Additionally, the 'They're Real' mascara released in 2011 outsold every other mascara that year. Many people bought more than one copy! The brand is stocked in Debenhams, House of Fraser, Boots and has a few stand alone stores too. In short, Benefit is a brand that will forever sit in the make up bags of make up artists, celebs and cosmetic junkies everywhere. 

Edgy brand Bertie is a shoe and accessories retailer with a distinctly urban edge. Inspired by street fashion, the shoes and bags at Bertie are a step away from the mass-made shoes of the high street. A brand to watch if you prefer to stand out from the crowd. Celebrities who have been spotted wearing Bertie shoes include Kelly Ripa, Zoe Graham, Karen Gillian and Chloe Bridges. Bertie is part of the Dune group, which owns Bertie, Pied a Terre, Chelsea Cobbler and the online footwear website Shoestudio.com. We love that Bertie was started when a Milan airport cleaner grew curious about the shoe industry when he chatted to others working in it at the airport. Proof indeed that anyone with a passion for fashion and a good work ethic can start a fashion business. Bertie now has their own store in London, and the range is sold in Debenhams and John Lewis stores throughout the UK. 

Not to be confused with the active and outdoor specialists Blacks, Black.co.uk is a more luxurious affair. Kit your wardrobe, his wardrobe and your home out in luxurious products in soft tones and fabrics with Black.co.uk. The brand offers a wide range of products for him, her and the home, ranging from super-soft leather gloves to cashmere hot water bottle covers. Perfect for fans of luxury and minimalism. Black was started by Paula Reeves, who sounds like our kind of businesswoman. Before starting the business, she worked as a journalist, ran a marketing consultancy and then a 25-strong restaurant group (all while juggling motherhood too). We're big fans of the cashmere throws, capes to drape around our shoulders on a chilly night and silk ties for the men. It's the kind of place we like to subtly send our family and friends who fancy treating us to something extra special.

Boden is a clothing range for all the family, available through mail order, telephone and online in the UK and the US. Featuring bright knits, cashmere cardigans, tailored suits and everything in-between, Boden is a great shopping destination for kitting out everyone in your family in one go. Oh, and can we talk about Mini Boden for a minute? Mini Boden is the range of clothing for kids at Boden, and it's really, REALLY cute. Jennifer Garner's daughters Seraphina and Violet seem to have an entire wardrobe full of Mini Boden clothing. Their website is surprisingly honest too. Here's the blurb from the About page "After five burglaries, one office dog, nine Christmas quizzes, twelve nights spent in the warehouse, one consignment of refugees arriving with a clothes delivery, four office moves, quite a few sense of humour failures, a few sackings (but thankfully not many), 2 venture capitalists, 6 awards, about twenty fantastically annoying customers (mostly related to me), a couple of crooks, 520 King Pizzas ("Continental" medium thin crust with extra anchovies for me), a great team spirit, one incredibly tolerant wife, bucket loads of sweat and even more laughs, we're still here!" Wowser.

Boohoo.com is an online-only fashion destination that offers catwalk-inspired clothing for women and 9-13 year old girls at budget-friendly prices. With a bundle of awards under their belt, like Best Newcomer from the Cosmo awards and the Reveal Click to Buy Award for Brilliant for Bargains, it's a great source for party dresses and all everything you need for fast fashion on a Friday night. They're quickly emerging as a competitior to other online stores like ASOS.com, MyWardrobe, Net-a-Porter and Missguided.co.uk, but are able to turnover a fast stream of the latest fashion and trends without charging high prices. Pick up a dress, maxi skirt, jeans or bag for just under £20! Celebs are big fans too, with X Factor stars Bad Lashes and Alesha Dixon, it shows that even celebs love a good bargain! Have a browse and sort yourself out with a new wardrobe for under £100 this year. 

The UK's most popular chemist is a one-stop shop for all your cosmetic, pampering, beauty electronics and medical needs. Boots has everything from baby products to Benefit cosmetics. Their loyalty card, the Advantage Card, is widely considered to be one of the best reward systems on the high street. Frankly, a day out shopping wouldn't be the same without having a good old nosy around Boots. We're big fans of Boots' own beauty range No7, and their younger range 17. Make up brands in Boots include Max Factor, Maybelline, Rimmel, Barry M, Bourjois, Benefit, Clarins, Estee Lauder, L'Oreal, Revlon, Soap and Glory, Clinique and their own range of suncare - Soltan. Frankly, it would be quicker to tell you which brands they don't sell, and which celebs haven't paid a trip to Boots at some point. Boots also has a fab section for mum and baby, many stores have a photo developing section and you can pick up your prescriptions too. 

With over 6,000 fashion accessories and jewellery products from 240 designers from over 40 countries, Boticca is the place to visit for that one off jewellery find. Boticca is an online marketplace for unique jewellery and fashion accessories by top emerging international designers from around the world. Curated and edited by a team of fashion experts, designers, stylists, editors, bloggers and collectors, users can buy pieces direct from the designer and interact with them one and one, but pay using Boticca’s online service. Aiming to make it easier and more enjoyable to discover high-quality, distinct jewellery, bags and accessories online, Boticca scours the world for the very best emerging designers and puts them all in one place.  Guaranteed to deliver some of that unique and individual style to the online market, Boticca is well worth a look. Pieces sold on Boticca.com have been spotted on celebrities including Eva Longoria, Olivia Palermo, Daisy Lowe, Cameron Diaz, Jessie J, Kate Moss, Victoria Beckham and Cheryl Cole.

Lingerie boutique Boux Avenue, owned by entrepreneur Theo Paphitis best known for his regular appearances on the BBC business programme Dragons' Den, is a luxe shopping destination for lingerie, nightwear and swimwear. Priding them selves in bringing traditional service, superior fit and outstanding quality to a modern and beautiful setting, Boux Avenue is set to be somewhat of a revolution in the lingerie market. With only eight stores nationwide Boux Avenue has an exclusive edge whilst remaining at reasonable price points. Their offering spans lingerie including bras, knickers, baby dolls, basques and bodies, nightwear such as nightshirts, pyjamas, loungewear and slippers, swimwear including bikinis and swimsuits as well as gifts and beauty. The site also offers a detailed inspiration section which includes a glossary to help you determine those definitions, Boux TV which offers behind the scenes footage, a helpful fitting service, Miss B blog, collections area and a men’s buying guide. Whatever your lingerie and nightwear needs, Boux Avenue’s infinite collection can be guaranteed to satisfy them.

Independent fashion boutique Browns is a London-based store credited with discovering John Galliano and Alexander McQueen, and was the first shop to stock Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren and Armani among others in the UK. A must-visit for anyone into the latest designers and fashions. Like all the best boutiques, they hand pick the items they bring in, so they only bring in the items they really love. Across the road from the Browns store is Browns Focus, which is targeted at the sophisticated, cutting edge market. It's not just the clothing and accessories that is designer. Browns commissioned young artist Crystalle Adams to illustrate Browns South Molton stores for the 40th Anniversary. For the more wealthy shopper, Cabinet de Curiosités might be worth a browse. Renowned art director and fashion consultant Thomas Erber revisited the 19th century notion of a room of curiosities, bringing together 30 artist and designers to fill his cabinet with the most unique objects d’art ever commissioned.

Driving the trend for vintage prints and countryside-chic is Cath Kidston. Her eclectic shops are full of retro-inspired clothing, accessories, homeware and kids clothing. Cath Kidston has enjoyed cult status, and the products are often seen in the pages of fashion and interior magazines. If you like your style girly, you'll love Cath Kidston! It's got a decent celeb following too, including Dakota Fanning, The Saturdays, Kate Middleton and er...Jamie Oliver. We've spent a large amount of time drooling over their laptop bags, iPhone cases giant coffee cups, rain coats and umbrellas. And one day when we're a grown up, we want to live in a cottage with Cath Kidston bedding. 

Cath Kidston was started back in 1993 when Cath saved up £15,000 and opened her first shop. Her re-working of traditional English country house style and her own designs led to cult status. Since then, she's collaborated with Milletts, Nokia and Roberts radio among others.

Not always seen in the past as the most fashion forward footwear brand, Clarks are synonymous with practical shoe selections. But 2011 saw Clarks head in a new direction bringing out several ranges that tick both boxes when it comes to style and sensibility. Their new ranges include, Clarks Casual, Clarks Originals, Mary & Clarks and K Shoes to name a few, and consist of fashion forward footwear finds following the latest trends. Their new range with fashion mogul Mary Queen of Shops better known as Mary Portas, proved to be an overriding success; a collection of designer shoes with a fashion edge built with Clarks’ quality and comfort. Mary said, "We honed each detail of the range to make it perfect for every aspect of a woman's lifestyle. We have great shapes - from edgy wedges to elegant courts - that serve up instant style”. If you’re looking to invest in some trustworthy footwear this season which will undoubtedly stand the test of time, with their new fashion edge and countless new ranges Clarks is the place to visit.

Coast is famous for prom and party dresses, red carpet and wedding outfits. Whether you’re looking for dresses for your wedding or  bridesmaids, something for the office party, summer ball or a friend’s wedding, with matching clutch bags, eye-catching hair accessories and glittery jewellery to compliment your outfit, Coast is the perfect one-stop shop for all your occasion wear needs. As worn by Troian Bellisario in Pretty Little Liars and Emma Watson in Harry Potter, Coast may be known for their formal wear but their shoes and beautifully made day dresses can be just as popular.  Coast also run a competition where you can win £50 if you send in your 'Coast moment' of a time you wore a Coast dress and how it made you feel. Coast has 47 stand-alone stores and 160 concessions in the UK and Ireland and 123 international stores, and a website with most of the range available.

Coggles is not just a fashion store. It's a “world of design and creativity”, taking inspiration from music, books, general culture and people. Buy a vintage shirt, a flirty dress, cute clutch and some Rockett St George home ware. You can even buy books there, and they're introducing bikes through Coggles soon too. It's very much a lifestyle store, taking into account all areas of your life. If you prefer your purchases to have some individuality and quirkiness, and hate turning up somewhere in the same outfit as someone else, coggles should be right up your street. Our favourite fact about the store is the origins of its name - Victoria Bage, who started the company, had discovered her husband was having an affair with his secretary. She therefore named the store after the secretary, Sarah Coggles, as a constant reminder for him, then sent him the divorce papers. That's one kick-ass woman! Check it out if you're a fan of brands like D&G, Ash, Beats by Dre, Fly and House of Harlow. 

Having grown rapidly from their very first store in the heart of London's Notting Hill near Portobello market, Courveture and the Garbstore are proud of their unique and strictly independent fashion forward offering – unavailable anywhere else. With a wide array of international and European women’s brands such as Rachel Comey, Humanoid, Unsurcinq, Steven Alan, Aesa, Susie Cowe and Tom Scott, this is the place to visit for a one off fashion find and a cave of treasures for those with real unique style. Courveture and the Garbstore stock a wide array of accessories including jewellery, shoes and bags as well as separates such as tops, shirts, sweaters, jeans and trousers. Their collection of dresses and jumpsuits have a unique and appealing designer edge.  Known as a favoured haunt of fashion stylists, Courveture and the Garbstore is really is a real hot spot for style inspiration, outfit ideas and inspirational buys.

Loved by celebrities like Emilia Fox, Cowshed is a beauty brand double whammy. All of the Cowshed products are packed full of organic and wild crafted plant extracts, and they come in the iconic black and white packaging that are display-perfect. Packed full of goodness AND good-looking - we like. We like that they have different products for different moods. For instance, if you're feeling tired, moody or lazy, there's something to perk you up. Hell, there's even a bath soak for when you feel a little frisky! If you're not a fan of bath soaks, they've got a range of candles and diffusers for bathroom tranquility, along with skincare and a range for men (aptly names Bullocks). The maternity and pregnancy range makes a great pampering gift for friends and family who are expecting, as they ease any aches and pains and help with stress. Extending on the relaxing at home theme, Cowshed also has a living range, with slippers, comfy knickers, swimwear and even 'mood notebooks'

If you like your beauty products with a dose of experts advice and useful tips, then you'll love Cult Beauty. The  online beauty store stocks all the latest and classic cult products, along with tips on how to get the most out of them. You can even find out which  celebrity fans a product has.

At the heart of the high street is Debenhams, the department store packed full of designer brands like H! By Henry Holland, Butterfly by Matthew Williamson, J by Jasper Conran and Star by Julian MacDonald. With 153 stores across the UK and Ireland, Debenhams is a the place to go for all your clothing, beauty and home needs. While the nation loves Debenhams, it's got a sturdy celebrity following too. The cast of Harry Potter were often kitted out with designers from Debenhams. Alexa Chung has also been known to shop there (probably to support her friend Henry Holland who has a range for the department store) as has the model Emma B. Debenhams also has enough awards that a shelf doesn't really do them justice, ranging from Lorraine Kelly's best department store of the year to recognition from fashion powerhouse Drapers. The high street doesn't look quite the same without a Debenhams. 

Specialist emporium and London’s favourite denim boutique, Donna Ida is the destination to visit for all your jean needs. Self confessed denim addict Donna Ida Thornton began the brand in 2006 and has developed a strong base of loyal customers and fans who have embraced the concept of a specialist denim retailer. Focusing on great service, knowledge and style; Donna Ida stock a large array of top denim labels in sizes 23 to 34 including 7 for all Mankind, Wildfox Citizens of Humanity, Current / Elliott, Goldsign, Hudson, James Jeans, J Brand, MiH Jeans, Mother, Not Your Daughter's Jeans, Paige Premium, Siwy Denim, Stella McCartney, True Religion and Victoria Beckham. With helpful online videos in their dedicated denim clinic, expert advice is always on hand to help you find that perfect pair of jeans. They also offer a tailoring service to ensure your new jeans fit you perfectly. According to Donna Ida, denim is about confidence, comfort and style, and they strive to bring all three aspects together into a unique and pleasurable shopping experience.

Dorothy Perkins is part of the Arcadia group, which also includes Topshop, Topman and Evans among others. Dorothy Perkins is one of the biggest fashion stores in the UK, offering wearable takes on seasonal trends, and plenty of timeless classics. With Tall, Petite, and Maternity and the obvious standard ranges, Dorothy Perkins is able to cater to all fashion tastes – and offers it all at affordable prices. The brand has gathered a strong celebrity following, including Fearne Cotton, Amber Riley (from Glee), Tulisa Contostavlos and Little Mix among many, many others. It's fantastic for wardrobe staples like t-shirts in every colour, lightwear jumpers, jeans and cotton dresses, and now stocks a number of guest brands too. It might not quite match up to Topshop for a cult following, but most of us have at least five or six items in our wardrobe from them. And their shoes are fantastic. 

With celebrity fans like Tulisa Contostavlos, Fearne Cotton, Miranda Kerr, Jessica Wright and Taylor Swift, Dune is a high street shoe shop with a serious following. Dune take its inspiration fromteh catwalk, turning out gorgeous high heels, wedges and boots for all ages - the only common denimonator being great style. The first store opened back in 1993, and the brand has gone on to open 44 standalone stores and 163 concessions in the UK and Ireland. They've also opened another 13 stores worldwide. While they're more well known for their shoes, they also do a beautiful range of catwalk-inspired bags, designed to compliment their range of shoes. While slightly more expensive than some of the other high street stores, with prices around the £100 mark, you're getting accessories designed to the highest quality. Invest in a pair of Dune heels, and you're sure to get some admiring glances and compliments. 

Whether you're looking to buy a watch, gold jewellery, silver jewellery, platinum jewellery, white gold, earrings, necklaces, bracelets  or the biggie - an engagement ring, Ernest Jones has something for everyone. The high street store, and it really is a brand that has a store on almost every high street, has been going for the last 60 years. In fact, they've now got 190 stores, along with an online store filled with jewellery and watches. They're experts on diamonds and watches, so if you're not sure what to buy they're on hand to help. Brands stocked in Ernest Jones include TAG Heuer, Emporio Armani, Rado, Dreyfuss & Co, Longines, Hugo Boss, Burberry, Dior, CK, DKNY, Gucci, Omega and, in selected store, the big daddies of watch brands - Rolex, Cartier and Breitling. Not only does the brand have gifts for all occasions, but it also supports Marie Curie Cancer Care too. Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but Ernest Jones is a girl's fairy godmother.

Evans is a high street fashion brand that proves that fashion is for all shapes and sizes. The plus size fashion store stocks sizes 14-32, and now stocks clothing based on body shapes, making shopping for your shape even easier. Evans doesn't believe that being curvier means you can't try out the latest trends and styles from the catwalk. It hasn't actually stopped the slimmer celebs enjoying some of Evans products either, with Una Healy being spotted out and about in a pair of Evans worker boots. Which brings us on to Evan's fantastic range of footwear, which is designed with wider feet in mind. Beth Ditto, lead singer from The Gossip, has also launched a range of clothing for the brand - which was as eye-catching as you'd expect from the confident singer. Embrace your curves with Evans' clothing, lingerie, shoe and accessory ranges, all designed to flatter all figures.

Prefer to shop designer labels? Love popping into cute and quirky little boutiques, rather than browse the high street? Head to FarFetch.com for your daily fix of fashion boutiques throughout the world. With over 1000 designers ranging from big names like Alexander McQueen and Jimmy Choo to emerging new designers, there's something for everyone. Pop your favourite finds in your basket, checkout and you'll get your delivery straight from the boutique you ordered from! FarFetch only work with the "most influential and forward-thinking independent businesses", so you know you're getting the best of the best when shopping with them. If you're really passionate about fashion, you can click on over to the People section and share your views and ask questions about the latest trends, designers and styles, while seeing what the FarFetch are wearing each day. The only downside? This site is seriously addictive - expect to batter your credit card.

Fashion Union is the site for those who want to keep up with fast fashion, but don't have an unlimited budget. The great thing about Fashion Union is that the site itself still has a luxury feel to it, even if the prices are much more affordable. The fashion website stocks clothing, shoes, accessories and brands like AX Paris, Traffic People, Pretty Polly, Rare and Yuki, along with their own brand of clothing. Fashion Union also has its own range of catwalk-inspired pieces. And if you sign up for their newsletter you'll get 15% off your next order. Hey, we're supposed to support out unions, right? What better union to support than a Fashion Union? Tulisa Contostavlos has been spotted in several Fashion Union dresses, and Julia Styles is also rumoured to be a fan of the brand. If you're a student and you have a UniDays card, you'll also get 15% off when shopping on the website.

Sporty store Fat Face specialises in clothing for an active lifestyle – no heels allowed! Invest in chunky knits, classic denim, comfy boots and some pretty but practical dresses. They also sell jewellery, surfing gear, footwear and accessories. Fat Face clothing withstands the elements of an active lifestyle, while maintaining a stylish look. In fact, Fat Face started in a similar way to White Stuff - two sports fans desperate to carry on skiing but struggling for money. So they created sweatshirts and sold them at night, so they could carry on skiing during the day. That was back in 1988, and they now have stores across the UK and concessions in many stores. In fact, they have 171 stores in total across in the uk. The brand is one of the go-to brands for sports fans and young people alike (thanks to their sports clothing and slouchy, casual jeans.

Stocking over 12,500 beauty products from brands such as bareMinerals, Benefit, Clarisonic, Elizabeth Arden, GHD hair straigheners, Cowshed, Fake Bake and L'Oréal Paris, FeelUnique is an essential 'destination for beauty'. Keep an eye on FeelUnique for the hottest new beauty and health products and some special offers! We love the clear, easy-to-use website, vast range of  products and the friendly blog that sits next to the site and gives beauty advice for their products. If you're not sure about a particular product, Feel Unique allows previous users to leave comments, so you can see how other people have got on. Those who do contribute an opinion or review could then be in with a chance of winning a £20 voucher. It's basically like a department store beauty hall - without being squirted in the eye with perfume or attacked by an over-eager sales assistant. Get clicking and you'll be ready to pamper in no time. 

Fenn Wright Manson (taken from the names of the founders, Colin Fenn, Trevor Wright and Glynn Manson) is a hot destination for occasion wear. Find the perfect party dress, a stunning evening gown, something eye-catching for a wedding or kit out your working wardrobe with something sharp, stylish and timeless. You can also head to their jewellery section for a statement piece to set off your outfit. The website is worth checking out too, as you can search by occasion, style and product. Expect to pay around £100-120 for a dress, £50 for the costume jewellery and to get a bargain in the Outlet store on the website. You can also buy from one of the stores they have across the UK. If you prefer to see what other people have thought first, you can check out the reviews made by those who have already bought some of the items.  

Figleaves is a one-stop online shop for all your lingerie and swimwear needs (as well as accessories and perfume). With brands like Elle MacPherson, Calvin Klein, Freya, Gossard and even Spanx, there's something for every occasion. An extensive outlet section offers some designer bargains, and the site offers plenty of guides to help you make the right purchase. Let's be honest, shopping for swimwear is a nightmare at the best of times, right? Battling in a badly lit changing room to pull on a swimming costume is no one's idea of fun. So having the ability to buy what you like online, without rifling through rails for your size, is definitely a great idea. The sales are always worth watching out for too, along with the Outlet section for designer undies and swimwear. We're not the only ones that thing so either. Figleaves has won the Online Lingerie Retailer Of The Year at the UK Lingerie Awards.

For denim with a twist, Firetrap is a brand to watch. Taking inspiration from the sights, sounds and flavours of London, Firetrap clothing has a distinctly young and urban edge. Offering clothing for men and women, and branching out from its denim roots, Firetrap has a big selection of edgy clothing ranging from slouchy playsuits to cut-off t-shirts. Celebrity fans of the brand include Francesca Sandford and Mollie King  from The Saturdays (all of The Saturdays in fact seem to be sponsored by the brand, considering how many of Firetrap pieces they seem to be spotted in) and Emma Roberts. The brand has been around since 1991, the brand aims to create clothing that can be defined as, in their own words, 'future classics'. They've also gone on to have partnerships with brands like i-D, Stag and Dagger, Bestival and Ziad Ghanem at London Fashion Week, proving that they've got their finger on the fashion and culture pulse of London youth.

Said to be the UK's largest independent luxury retail store, Flannels specialise in contemporary womenswear designer fashion, footwear and accessories. With stores originally placed in the North West of England with an aim to delivering designer fashion to new places, Flannels were keen to promote where other retailers feared to tread. Continuing this ethos online, Flannels source key pieces and collections from the world’s top and most innovative designers, offering a capsule collection from a selection of their key labels. From core international designers to the latest cutting edge brands, Flannels ensures you have the latest designer fashion at your fingertips from Acne to Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana to Dior and Prada to Marc Jacobs to name a few. Flannelsfashion.com is the perfect destination for the ultimate fashion experience making high end and luxury shopping an easily accessible reality. Whether you’re looking for that investment Mulberry handbag, that perfect Halston Heritage dress or a pair of killer Miu Miu heels – Flannels is the place to visit.

Greek jewellery brand Folli Follie offers trend-led jewellery, watches and accessories of high quality at affordable prices. With a gorgeous selection of rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants and watches the accessories store is the perfect place to start your search for gifts or indeed treats for yourself! Spotted on Sara Carbonero, it's a brand that's known by the celebrity elite. They have shops in the most fashionable streets of the worlds major cosmopolitan cities: London (New Bond Street), Tokyo (Ginza area), Paris (Rue Royale), Hong Kong (central District) ,New York (Madisson Avenue), Dubai, Athens, Beijing, Seoul,Honolulu. Folli Follie established itself as a true pioneer in the market when it introduced, amongst its first collections, unique jewellery creations made of silver combined with murano glass. Depending on the materials used (sterling silver, bronze, precious and semi-precious stones) and in a wide price range covering all needs, the company offers an unrivaled assortment of styles for the creation of a unique style.

Forever 21 is an affordable American chain specialising in fast fashion for young women. Though it originally launched in the 1980s with a focus on providing clothing for older women, the emphasis quickly moved to trend-based clothing at low prices, aiming at a fashion-savvy younger consumer. The brand first came to the UK in 2010 with a store in Birmingham’s Bullring, and is slowly expanding, with stores in big cities and shopping centres across the country to accompany the international website. Forever 21’s emphasis is on ‘made in the USA’ merchandise, sourced mostly from factories in Southern California. Alongside the trend-led styles and the label’s infamous catwalk copies, there’s a strong emphasis on the all-American ‘preppy’ look, and the brand is also reliable for stocking up on basics like t-shirts, denim, leggings and knitwear at rock-bottom prices.Under the Forever 21 umbrella are various smaller labels and specialist lines, including plus size collection Forever 21+, retro-Americana inspired Heritage 1981 and Love 21Contemporary, a high fashion, catwalk-inspired range. Customers can also shop the menswear range 21Men, and Forever 21 Girls for tweens.

Forzieri is a shopping destination on the favourites list of many a handbag fan. For the discerning accessories shopper, Forzieri has everything from leather handbags and briefcases, to gothic jewellery and luxury stationery. Ideal if you're looking for a gift for someone to use in business and beyond. The brand specialises in accessories with an Italian or European feel to them. Forzieri started in Italy in 1992 as a family-owned business, and now sells to 150 countries, with flagship stores in Italy, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, Russia, China, Japan and Australia. To appeal to the higher end market,  Forzieri has launched Luxury Avenue, which is inspired by the Renaissance architecture of Florence’s historic panorama. They're also known for their luxurious packaging. Secretly, who doesn't love some pretty wrapping? We're suckers for a fabulous shopping bag, and have been known to buy something based purely on the packaging.

Is it time for a new watch? Head to Fossil for their famous chunky wrist accessories for men and women. Fossil also produces luxurious but urban footwear, clothing, handbags, wallets, accessories and jewellery. Vintage fans will love the retro printed handbags too. Celebrities who have been spotted with some Fossil wrist candy include Kristen Bell, Blake Lively, Selena Gomez and Evangeline Lilly. The inspiration behind the brand is in vintage authentic style, mixed with some creativity and a sense of humour (which we really do appreciate in a fashion brand, where's the fun in being serious all the time?) The American brand started back in 1984, and has worked with brands like Adidas, Burberry, Callaway Golf, Columbia Sportswear, Diesel, DKNY, Emporio Armani,Michael Michael Kors and Marc by Marc Jabobs in the past too. With several acquisitions under their belt, Fossil looks like a brand that will continue to grow and diversify in the future. 

Freemans is a mail order and website-based retailer featuring brands like Miss Sixty, AX Paris, Firetrap, Nike, Apple and BaByliss. Freemans has clothing for men, women and kids, sports and leisure products and plenty of things for the house and home. Essentially, it's a department store you can get access to without dealing with customer service assistants, queues or the inconvenience of leaving your sofa. The alternative payment methods also mean you can pay over a period of time for larger purchases, or if you're looking to buy all your Christmas presents at once but would prefer to pay it off throughout the year. If you're familiar with the Oli brand from a few years ago, you'll be pleased to know that Oli is now part of Freemans. They also offer a number of financial services, like insurance, so you can potentially sort out your basics while splurging on new shoes.

Loved by celebrities including Lindsay Lohan, Hayden Pannettiere, Paris Hilton, Penelope Cruz, The Olsen twins, Miley Cyrus, Vanessa Hudgens, Kelly Ripa, Reese Witherspoon, Lauren Conrad, Claudia Schiffer, Live Tyler, Hilary Duff, Britney Spears and Kristen Bell., French Connection is known for well-cut day dresses, great tailoring and sparkly-yet-classy party dresses. French Connection prints are often highly sought after, thanks to their feminine and wearable qualities. The brand also has a sleek mens' section with particularly strong outerwear, and a super-cute section for kids. French Connection stocks accessories, dresses, jackets, coats, knitwear, shoes, tops, skirts, trousers and leggings for women, Accessories, coats, jackets, jeans, knitwear, shirts, shoes, trousers and t-shirts for men and clothing for babies, girls and boys. While French Connection follows the trend, it's mainly inspired by catwalk looks rather than just following them to the letter. The result is that French Connection often have best selling pieces!

FullCircle is a British fashion brand that takes its inspiration from our quirky culture. The result is a selection of youthful, tough pieces with a sexy edge. Think girlie with a structured twist. As well as its own online store, FullCircle is stocked in boutiques and department stores like Selfridges, ASOS.com and House of Fraser. This particularly brand is great for apple shapes, as the structured dresses flatter the figure, and great for straight up and down types as the clothing skims and adds curves. If you're after a Little Black Dress, they've got an entire section dedicated to them - one for every shape with a pricetag of around £30-100 depending on the style and detail. Full Circle clothing has been seen on the cast of Skins, along with Dakota Blue Richards, Fearne Cotton and Kimberley Walsh, with the blazers and maxi dresses coming out as the most popular. 

With its American sportswear heritage, lifestyle brand Gant offers modern high quality casual wear with a European touch. Closely connected to their authentic American East Coast heritage, Gant’s designs reflect a clean cut, simple and appealing aesthetic. With women’s wear categories spanning blazers to dresses, knitwear to skirts, accessories and shoes, Gant is an all round destination for your fashionable needs. Their site helpfully curates its best sellers for a useful edit of the best of Gant’s collection. Alongside this lies their inspiring Cruise collection which plays on the essence of Riviera Chic with an array of nautical stripes, clean lines and traditional feel pieces. 2010 saw Gant pair up with Michael Bastian, a New York fashion director, to launch his very own capsule collection for the brand which incorporates a Scandinavian influence to the Gant offering resulting in a strong collection of heritage feel casual wear. Today Gant is a true global lifestyle brand offering a full range including menswear, womenswear, kidswear, and homeware.

The launch of George at ASDA in 1990 meant shoppers could pick up a school shirt with their weekly food shop. Nowadays, George at ASDA has a range of budget fashion that hits all the trend and bank balance buttons. Now we can pick up a new party dress and a bottle of wine for a night out in one stop. We're not the only fans either. Wayne and Coleen Rooney are both fans of the brand, and have modelled for them in the past. Even our American cousins are a fan of the brand, with Audrina Patridge being photographed for a shoot in a George for ASDA animal print swimsuit. Other fans include Miley Cyrus, who created a range of clothing for the brand, and Kiera Knightly. We like George at ASDA for our basics, like comfy ballerina flats, basic underwear and work shirts, along with cosy knits and the occasional capsule piece. And here's the big secret - most of them last just as long as a high street piece. 

When it comes to hair straighteners, ghd leads the pack. The hair tools company has a range of hair stylers, products, brushes, accessories and, more recently, the first ever ghd hairdryer. Famous fans of ghd straighteners include Katy Perry, Jennifer Aniston, Victoria Beckham, Madonna and Gwyneth Paltrow. When they're not being used by celebs, they're being used to curl, straighten and tease the hair of models on the catwalk, in movies and in pretty much every hairdresser across the UK and USA. They're available on their own website, or on beauty sites and sites like asos.com. However, be aware that there are some fakes out there so it's important to get an authentic one. The range includes the IV styler, the IV mini styler, the IV salon styler, the IV gold classic styler, the IV gold mini styler and the Gold Max styler.

Gio-Goi is a British fashion brand for men and women created in the 1980s, and relaunched in 2005. The label originates from Manchester and is most famous for its branded men’s casual clothing and daywear, but recently has launched womenswear too selling day dresses, branded and statement tees, jeans and knitwear. Celebs who have worn Gio-Goi include Kid Rock, Amy Winehouse, Liam Gallagher, Pete Doherty and Fergie, along with numerous rock bands. As you can tell from that bumper list of celebs, Gio-Goi isan urban sports brands that has been adopted by the rock n' roll. Their t-shirts and lightweight jackets are most often spotted on up and coming bands, with the Gio-Goi brand logo across the front. Most often, they're worn dressed down with jeans and trainers. After all, celebs love a relaunched retro brand, don't they? You can buy Gio-Goi at their online store, or in shops like USC and online stores like asos.com.

Online fashion boutique Glam-net specialises in unique clothing and accessories from chic new designer brands sourced internationally from around the world; anywhere from London to Paris, Milan to Berlin, New York and L.A.  Their array of designers on offer include specialist names such as Kara Ross, Almost Famous, David Meister, Hotel Particulier, Laurel, Bandolera, Luisa Spagnoli, Moovy and Marble. Glam-net’s owner started the chic online clothing boutique when she grew tired of the disposable fashion from high-street stores.  Aiming to bridge the gap between high-street clothing and premium priced designer wear, Glam-net aims to offer unique, affordable luxury and investment pieces. Glam-net ships worldwide and sells clothing and accessories for all occasions spanning wedding guest attire, evening wear, stylish office wear, resort wear, day dresses, shape wear and designer jewellery to name a few. With an easy to use brand directory and up to date blog documenting all their unique designer finds and international travels– it’s the perfect shopping destination for any brand lover.

Named after the converted glass factory in London where Glassworks Studios was first created, the online boutique specialises in fashion and lifestyle committed to the needs of Glassworks Women - savvy, stylish, modern women living around the world. The store stocks designer favourites Sass & Bide, Helmut Lang, Jonathan Saunders, Current Elliott, Thakoon and Cacharel. The name comes from the Glassworks factory that the store took over for their first London location. The team is led by former international banker, Lauren Lewis, and former Harvey Nichols buyer, Damien Paul. The rest of the team is made up of a collective of fashion and design enthusiasts with a few young cool hunters to keep things young and fresh. Marie Claire claims they're the hottest fashion secret on the web. We say it's a bit like shopping with a really cool and trendy friend - you know they'll only point you towards the best stuff.

Great Plains may not be as widely known as its younger sister brand, French Connection, but it offers the same pretty prints and structured style, for a slightly older market. Great Plains has glamorous clothing, footwear, accessories and gifts, including some luxurious items for the home and garden. The brand currently only sells fashion for women, just like French Connection.  We like the no-nonsense style, concentrating on pretty, grown up fabrics and patterns rather than overdoing the glitz or glamour. If you're looking for work dresses with a bit of character, which pass the work dress code, it's definitely work having a browse on Great Plains. The dresses in particularly have a flattering cut and a good length, so you can wear them at the office and then after work too. The brand is available in selected French Connection stores, selected House of Fraser stores, in Fenwicks stores and independent stores.

With 400 stores across the UK, H.Samuel is one of the British High Street's leading jewellers. In fact, it's currently the number one middle mass-market jewellery store in the UK. They're also a sister brand to Ernest Jones. The website stocks diamond, gold and silver jewellery, children's keepsakes and plenty of timepieces to decorate your wrists. For a special gift, the vast selection figurines go down well as a timeless present. Also, they've got a very sparkly selection of engagement and wedding rings. Amy Pond also famously wore an 'A' necklace from H.Samuel in Doctor Who. H. Samuel offers brands like DKNY, Forever Diamonds, Casio, Diesel, Fossil, Guess, Me to You, Rotary, Swarovski, Police and Seiko among others. Aside from their 400 high street stores, they've also got a packed website, including a number of buyer guides to help you choose the right diamonds, melals, weddings, collectables and charms & beads.

Arguably London’s most famous department store, Harrods has been a landmark of Knightsbridge’s Brompton Road for well over a hundred years. Specialising in luxury goods, gifts and high-end fashion, the extravagant, beautifully decorated store it is a must-visit for any visitor to the capital. The Harrods website offers the same luxury retail experience to those who can’t get to the famous shop. With the same attention to detail and excellent availability, it is the ultimate destination for designer fashion, offering clothing, accessories, shoes, luggage and jewellery. Established brands like Lanvin, Chloe, Stella McCartney and Mulberry are complimented by cult favourites like Theory, Hudson, Milly and Paul & Joe and red carpet designers Marchesa and Herve Leger. Sitting comfortably alongside these designer fashion brands is the Harrods Own label, which provides shoppers with classic glamour and wearable daywear in its timeless collection of mix-and-match pieces curated by Marigay McKee, Harrods’ highly respected Fashion & Beauty director. With customer service that’s second-to-none, Harrods is the place to go for a luxury shopping experience, be it online or instore.

Heidi Klein is an online and London-based British holiday shop, filled with everything you'll need for a couple of weeks in the sun. Pick up a Missoni bikini, some flip flops, a sun hat and a kaftan for when the sun sets. The brand aims to make shopping for your holiday enjoyable, rather than a last-minute chore. Heidi Klein even offers an in-store salon, to get you beach ready. The particularly good thing about Heidi Klein is that you can buy swimwear outside of the obvious summer season. If you've ever tried to pick up a bikini or a swimsuit in November for your Christmas holiday away, you'll know it's about as easy as buyinga thick wool coat in the middle of July. If you swing by their Westbourne Grove store, you can also have some pre-holiday treatments at the in-store salon, ranging from waxing and facials to pre tanning sessions in the Mystic tanning booth.

Established in 1963 in Manchester, Henri Lloyd is a world wide known brand with over forty stores spanning the UK, Australia, the Middle East and Europe. Historically recognised as pioneering the use of technical fabrics focused on sports and sailing wear, Henri Lloyd has since made it’s mark on the fashion industry. Their collections span men’s, women’s and footwear as well as a dedicated denim range. From jackets, skirts, dresses, denim, underwear and beyond, their women’s wear selection has a fresh, sporty and aspirational aesthetic which you can’t help but want to get involved in. This is the perfect place to invest in a practical yet stylish winter coat, treat yourself to a timeless classic dress or a surprisingly well fitting pair of jeans. Their accessories range spans from bags and purses to belts, scarves, hats and gloves. Not following fashion fads or specific trends, this brand really has a no fuss feel with it’s simplistic, classic and timeless designs at reasonable price points.

House of Fraser is the UK department store for new season designer clothes, homeware, electricals and beauty. If Debenhams is for the yummy mummy and her family, House of Fraser is for the city girl who loves her boardroom heels as much as her home comforts. Brands include Lulu Guinness, Lola Rose and Agent Provocateur among many, many others. For such a modern, trend-driven brand, it's somewhat surprising to hear that House Of Fraser has actually been around since 1849. They've got 62 stores throughout the UK and have annual sales in excess of £1.3bn. That's a lot of shoes, pillows, furniture, fashion and beauty! While they do sell throughout their stores and their regularly updated website, bargain fans might want to visit their eBay outlet, where some of their stock from last season is sold off at bargain prices. Overall, it's the ultimate department store to visit when payday arrives!

One of the best known fashion and luxury brands worldwide, Hugo Boss have recently launched their online dedicated store. Housing the largest selection of Hugo Boss products available on the web, the offering spans across BOSS Black, BOSS Selection, BOSS Green, BOSS Orange and HUGO brands. Covering an extensive product range including classic-modern business wear, elegant evening and relaxed casual fashion, shoes and leather accessories, the collection is endless. Complete your luxurious look with remarkable accessories, including their wide array of fragrances, eyewear and watches. Hugo Boss’ online store is the ideal destination to shop the luxury international brand from the comfort of your own home and those on the pulse of fashion can rest assured that this is the place to visit for the latest collections as soon as they land. If you’re looking for sophisticated designs, exquisite materials and the premium cuts you’ve come to the right place.

Favoured by (usually pregnant) celebrities like Angelina Jolie, Carla Bruni, Selma Blair, Ali Larter,  Jennifer Garner, Jessica Alba and Natalie Portman, Isabella Oliver is the brand to go to for glamorous maternity clothing, with a body con edge. While they do have a standard clothing range too (Isabella Oliver 365) it's the figure-flattering, classic pieces in the maternity range that have caught the imagination of the celebrity elite, particularly for red carpet looks. Proof that you can be pregnant and stylish, Isabella Oliver clothing skims and slims the body - no frumpiness here! Prices aren't cheap, with dresses generally priced between £100-200, but the nature of the design mean you can wear them throughout pregnancy and beyond. When Isabella Oliver isn't dressing celebrity mum-to-be's, the brand is featured on the pages of magazines and the weekend supplements. Frankly, it's the kinda of maternity clothing that makes us looking forward to being pregnant!

J.Crew is an American based retailer offering high quality apparel and accessories for women, men, and children. With established retail stores in the US and Canada, J.Crew began shipping to the UK in Autumn 2011 through it’s international website. Their site features your usual clothing categories such as outerwear, dresses, suits, knitwear, accessories and more, but they also display a “features” section curating collections such as  all-time favourites, in the spotlight and looks we love where it’s hard not to find something you’ll want immediately if not sooner. With a website bursting at the seams with stylish photography and inspiring well composed looks, they’ll have you credit card in hand in minutes. If your style is simple and classic chic their selection of basics is second to none, but if you’re looking for a more directional edge it’s there too. In 2006, J.Crew introduced modern-day American denim label, Madewell which is fronted by model and TV presenter Alexa Chung. A definite destination for style, at J.Crew you can expect to pay anything from £29 for a belt to £300+ for a staple coat and it’s worth noting shipping to the UK from J.Crew comes with a £9.95 price tag, but for items like these we think it’s well worth it.

Jack Wills started in Salcombe, Devon, developing quality goods designed to reflect British heritage and style. Design inspiration follows British military history, sporting traditions and country pursuits. The brand is adored by university students specialises in branded hoodies, smart blazers, casual t-shirts and cute dresses. Jack Wills also has a decent celebrity following, including One Direction, Rochelle Wiseman and Mollie King from The Saturdays, Emma Roberts,  Britney Spears and Geri Halliwell among others. It's seems to be the casual wear to be seen in for dress down days as a celebrity. Jack Wills actually started in Devon in 1999, and has now expanded to have 49 stores, along with a buzzing website. Recently, they've expanded to the USA, and now have stores in Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard and Boston. In terms of their brand, Jack Wills is often known for using pink and blue in their simple designs. The brand also sells rugby shirts and leather and canvas holdalls, homeware goods, like mugs, bed linen, stationary, bags, purses, belts, USB drives and make-up

Jigsaw has serious celebrity credentials. Kate Middleton used to work for the timeless brand, and Reese Witherspoon, Michelle Monaghan and Jennifer Stone are all known fans. The brand focuses on quality fabrics and unique style to create classic pieces that last throughout the seasons. Other celebrity fans of the brand include Sophia Bush from One Tree Hill, which goes to show that the brand has fans on both sides of the world. With 40 stores and growing, Jigsaw appeals particularly well for those that like a bit of grown up glamour for work. The interesting thing about Jigsaw, is that their stores are designed to suit their surroundings, rather than looking exactly the same as each other. So if the surrounding high street has an older architecture, Jigsaw will aim to match that rather than build something far too modern that would look out of place. therefore the emphasis is on great customer service and the fashion, rather than the actual store.

John Lewis is often considered to be the UK's favourite retailer, and is as famous for its high quality customer service and price matching, as it is for its wide variety of quality brands. John Lewis is part of the same group as Waitrose, and they share the same middle class market of shoppers. Visit John Lewis for kitchen gadgets, quality accessories, tech and home accessories, as well as a plethora of fashion brands including Mulberry, Dune, Ted Baker, Reiss and White Stuff. Oh, and have you seen their adverts? Of course you have, their adverts in 2011 went viral and had people up and down the UK shedding happy tears. While initially slow to keep up with other department stores like Debenhams and House Of Fraser, John Lewis seems to have turned their reputation around in 2011.Now, they appeal to the young professionals who want quality home goods, and the older generation who place a lot of importance on great customer service.

With an ethos for edgy, directional, strong and feminine clothing, relatively new to the market jones + jones have a strong following and are tipped to be one to look out for. Having been stocked in well known high-street giant Topshop for some time, jones + jones appear to be well on their way to online success. Their designs are a mix of a feminine and sexy style inspired by bygone eras of the forties and fifties; think jet set with a quirky, modern twist. Their offering consists of statement dresses which give a real wow effect. Using a whole host of unique fabrics and specialised tailoring, if you’re looking for a special occasion dress, look no further. Their signature full skirts have become a well known trademark as well as sleek pleats, gothic blacks and hot fuchsia pinks. Designed personally by the jones sisters, all garments are produced in studios in the UK, allowing the latest trends to be capsulated in record time. For the regular party goer and ultimate girly girl jones + jones is well worth a look!

Jones Bootmaker started back in 1857 as a family business, and the dedication to customer service that began when the company started continues today. The shoe store stocks brands like Fitflop, Timberland, CAT, Fly London, Hush Puppies and Sketchers, and caters for men, women and kids. While not quite as trendy as competitors like Shuh and many of the high street stores, Jones Bootmaker does suit the family market well, working on a similar level to stores like Clarks. They're a brand that offer great quality shoes, while investing in their people - literally, they have an 'Investors in People' award. Aside from the usual high heels, wedges, flip flops, peep toes, trainers, shoes for children and boots for men and women, Jones Bootmaker also has a range of shoe care products to keep your suede and leather protected and clean. For us, it's all about the leather boots, where quality is as important as how they look.

With stores nation wide, young, fun and new retailer, JOY offers a stylish and unique collection of women’s clothing and accessories from a selection of handpicked individual brands you won’t find elsewhere on the high street. JOY also offers an eclectic mix of fun and quirky gifts all year round, including gifts for him, gifts for her and home and lifestyle, making it the perfect site to visit if in need of an last minute present. JOY have a limited availability on their items to ensure all their customers get their hands on unique and exclusive buys, so if you see something you like, get it before it’s gone. At JOY all your fashion purchasing needs are catered for in one place with a vast collection of dresses, tops, knitwear, coats & jackets, trousers & leggings, skirts, shorts, swimwear, jumpsuits and playsuits, accessories, bags & purses, jewellery and footwear all under one roof. Prices start from a very reasonable £5 making JOY the ideal destination to get your quick fashion fix for purse friendly prices.

Karen Millen is a high street designer clothing shop for women, with 100 branches across the UK and 200 internationally. Karen Millen has an extensive selection of clothing, accessories and footwear for women, and the inspiration is taken from the luxury end of the catwalk, at semi-affordable prices. It is particularly popular for its cocktail dresses and high-end workwear, and is an excellent place to look for an outfit to wear to a wedding, especially if you love your shoes girly and sky high. Even if you prefer to chill out at home, Karen Millen have a cute range of chunky knits, perfect for curling up in the lounge, and if you want something for a day at work they've got some great work dresses too. Celebs who share your love of the brand include Tulisa Contostavlos, Sophia Bush from One Tree Hill, Ashley Benson, Pippa Middleton, Chelsy Davy, The Saturdays, Melanie Sykes and Nicole Scherzinger. 

Recently relaunched as kew.159, this classic brand produces high quality clothing for women at an affordable price. The rebrand was made to reflect their British heritage, with the 159 being from the address of their head office, and the little bird being a sparrow - a famous if rare British bird. Their clothing is designed to reflect changing lifestyles, offering lots of beautiful pieces suitable for a capsule wardrobe. Keep an eye out for their structured and ladylike pieces, with a specific emphasis on day dresses and adaptable workwear. While some of the stores may still stock some Kew stock, the majority of new stock from kew.159 should be arriving during 2012. You should expect it to be similar to their Kew range, with a nod to newer trends. Expect prices to range from £100 and under for a dress, and £40 and under for one of their leather handbags. 

Shoe fans drool over the Kurt Geiger website, thanks to their trend-inspired footwear.  The platform, bow-embellished heels have been in demand for several years now, and their boots are a winter must-have. Look out for KG Kurt Geiger, Carvela Kurt Geiger, Miss KG, Radley, Nine West, French Connection and UGG Australia among others in store. Lindsay Lohan, Kate Hudson, Taylor Swift, Keira Knightly, Geri Halliwell, Emma Watson, Cheryl Cole, Nicole Roberts, Fearne Cotton, Olivia Palermo, Alex Curran, Alexa Chung, Kelis, The Saturdays and Emma Roberts are all fans of the brand. The Kurt Geiger vision is to be the world’s leading multi-channel retailer of luxury branded shoes and accessories. They sell more than 2 million pairs of shoes each year, and you can also now buy bags to small leather goods, belts to earrings, as of 2011. These are shoes with the glamour factor, and fans of Shoewawa.com will know how popular they can be.

The importance of natural and organic ingredients in our beauty products is constantly on the rise, which is why L'Occitane has stolen our hearts. L'Occitane beauty products combine French luxury with beautiful packaging to create natural products. Their iconic hand creams can be found in the handbags of women across the country, and the soaps adorn the fancy bathrooms of hotels and resturants across the world. Sarah Michelle Gellar and Evangeline Lilly are both big fans of the beauty products with a natural, organic twist. This company isn't just about lovely smelling products though. L'Occitane encourages its employees to give back to the community, and many undertake volunteering products abroad. They also go out to the areas where they source their shea butter, and train the locals on how to make soap. They also do a lot for visually-impaired children. An ethically run company that makes you smell nice and give back? We like.

La Redoute is a French online retailer and catalogue company dedicated to fashion – and who knows fashion better than the French? With affordable prices and a wide range of products including clothing, for men, women, kids, homeware and shoes and accessories, there's something on there for all the family. So you can do one big shop without leaving the sofa! Designer collaborations have included Christian Lacroix, Vanessa Bruno, Alexis Mabille and Azzaro. Celebs fans include Emma Ward, Sophie Sumner and Vanessa Paradis (wife of the rather gorgeous Jonny Depp). We've been lucky enough to have La Redoute for the last 12 years,  and they're part of Redcats, which is part of the world's 3rd largest home shopping organisation. Check out the cute Vertbaudet range for kids, and the Daxon range for ladies who are young at heart.  If you like the idea of shopping in one place, but don't like actually hitting the department stores, this could be the perfect solution.

High street favourite La Senza makes lingerie, swimwear and sleepwear an affordable luxury. Their ever-changing range of pjs, undies and bikinis offer something for all shapes and sizes, with plenty of styles for larger cup sizes, and great gift ideas during the festive season and leading up to Valentines Day. Offers and sales are a welcome and regular occurrence, with multiple knicker deals and mix and match PJs deals being the most common. Until recently, they haven't had a great deal of competition on the high street, aside from department stores and own brand ranges, but Boux Avenue might be about to edge them out slightly with their emphasis on luxury. Ashley Green and Kaya Scodelario have both been spotted either shopping in the stores or wearing the underwear. One of the most famous parts of La Senza is the packaging - lots of pink tissue, scented beads and the La Senza black box. 

Laura Ashley has had something of a resurgence in the last few years, thanks to a passion for their retro prints, romantic florals, big cosy furniture, affordable homewares and classic English style (although Laura Ashley herself was actually Welsh). With a newly launched range for girls, Laura Ashley continues to grow and stay steady on the high street. In fact, they were one of the first brands to really make maxi dresses big, and when the trend returned a few years ago they inspired many of the trends that currently hit the high street. Their furniture, in particular their large patterned armchairs, are still in high demand. The brand is very much a family affair, with all five of Laura's children going into the business after her death in 1985 at the age of 60. Thanks to this family business, it's been described as the ultimate cottage industry. A UK institution.

The Liberty store in London is one of the most iconic buildings in the UK capital, and it's just as stunning inside. Packed full of retro prints, unique gifts, designer clothes, luxury beauty products and a rainbow of stationery options, it's the perfect store for style magpies and those who love giving extra-special gifts. Liberty is probably most  famous for the colourful floral fabrics, and they're often spotted in collaborations with other brands who want a piece of their British classic design. The department store offers more than just shopping though. Head to Cafe Liberty, where you can enjoy a fashionable afternoon tea. Relax your feet after a hard day shopping in the Margaret Dabbs Sole Spa. You can also get a beauty treatment in the Beauty Treatment Rooms, or drop your boyfriend, husband or brother off at Murdock London Barbers for a trim. Can we move in there now?

Lipsy has often been the shopping venue of choice for women on the look out for the perfect party dress. Girly, flirty young and fun, the brand has attracted collaborations with Pixie Lott and Kurt Geiger. Affordable fashion and a fun attitude? No wonder it's loved by the popstar world. Want to know who have been spotted wearing Lipsy? Ok *deep breath* Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton, Britney Spears, Lily Allen, Geri Halliwell, Katie Price, Demi Lovato, Kate Middleton, Alesha Dixon, half the cast of Skins, The Saturdays, Alexandra Burke and Stacey Soloman among many, many more. So, Lipsy seems to be a magnet for any young celeb looking for the perfect little dress for a night out. Considering who wears Lipsy clothing, it's probably shouldn't be a surprise that their target market is fun loving women who aspire to the celeb lifestyle. We've seen The Saturdays, we don't blame people for wanting to look more like them!

Whether you need a new TV, a beautiful dress, school uniform for the kids or a luxury accessory for your other half, Littlewoods is well worth a visit. The online retailer offers products for all the family at low prices, like a huge department store online. They have over 40000 products, so there's plenty to choose from. You can even buy now and pay later. Initially set in the high street, Freemans is now just available online and in their catalogues. They've had several celebrity designed or modelled ranges, from the like of Fearne Cotton, Holly Willoughby, Diana Vickers, Drama Queens, Glam by Caprice, Farrell and Steve Jones. Coleen Rooney also offers style advice, and has her own range for the brand. If you're looking to do a big Christmas shop, shopping at Littlewoods is definitely worth looking into, especially with their payment plans to help spread the cost over a certain time period.     

Thanks to Kate Middleton, L.K.Bennett has had the Royal stamp of approval, and the approval of thousands of others desperate to get their hands on *those* black patent wedges. Their classic and timeless styles are a worthwhile investment to last you throughout the seasons and years. The future Queen of England isn't the only fan of L.K. Bennett though. Other celebrity fans include Lara Stone, Gemma Ward and Ruth Langsford, along with other Royal friends like Princess Beatrice of York, Crown Princess York and Kate's little sister Pippa Middleton. L.K Bennett is a classic British brand, up there with Burberry for their high quality, classic looks. Before Kate Middleton, L.K. Bennett was famous for being the "Queen of the Kitten Heel" thanks to the comfortable styles sold in stores. While their shoes are often the most famous side of L.K. Bennet, they also produce clothing, bags and accessories. Overall, it's easy to see why the Royals love this simple but chic brand.

As well as a wide array of other products, online retail destination LN-CC’s female fashion offering is a healthy mixture of high end recognisable designers as well as unique emerging ones. With a highly ethically based ethos, LN-CC focus heavily on quality product and packaging both in store and online. There is a clear focus on distinctive and modern design amongst the brands available on site which have been carefully hand selected by LN-CC. Each product has been carefully, stylishly and thoughtfully photographed which offers a definite unique selling point distinguishing them from other online designer boutiques out there. From Nicholas Kirkwood shoes to Mawi jewellery, Jil Sander clothing to the Dries Van Norton collection, there’s many luxury fashion finds to be had here from some well known designers. Some more unique upcoming names include James Long, Christopher Waller and J W Anderson. As well as a wide array of designers, LN-CC also offers a unique and enjoyable shopping experience alongside.

If you like to splash out on your skin, spend on your hair or pamper your body, lookfantastic.com is worth a browse for their extensive range of impressive brands and luxurious products. Pick from GHD, Aveda, Redken, L'Oreal, Wella, Dermalogica, Decleor, Fake Bake, Tigi, Fudge, Wella, Elemis and many more. Like many of the other beauty sites, Look Fantastic offers customers the opportunity to rate their purchases, and then gives an overall score so people can see at a glance whether something is worth splashing out on. For the impatient, they also offer a same day delivery, so you can get your order on the same day if you open it by 4pm. They also try to pop a gift in when possible, a bit like when you buy several items in somewhere like Boots or Debenhams. In 2008, the brand launched lookmantastic, which - you guessed it - is a beauty site for men.

With many a celebrity fan, it’s no wonder new party dress label LOVE are going from strength to strength. Their list of celebrity followers include The Saturdays, Abbey Clancy, Jenny Frost, countless stars from The only way is Essex and Made in Chelsea and Alexandra Burke to name a few. If LOVE seem a little familiar, you might have seen them in one of their 45 concessions in Topshop stores nationwide. Their collection consists mainly of a wide array of dresses spanning perfect party wear to the every day, maxi to mini and plain to print. With one of their asymmetric hem line dresses proving to be an overriding success it’s now available in a wide array of fabrics and prints to cater for all feels and looks. Their team of in house designers take inspiration from the catwalk translating the latest trends and styles to your wardrobe at super affordable prices. LOVE also have a selection of bags and other accessories as well as offering a range of Barry M cosmetics. You can now also sign up to LOVE PREMIERE, for exclusive discounts, VIP competitions, sale events, celebrity pick previews and access to limited edition products.

Macy’s, the Great American Department Store is an iconic retailing brand with over 810 stores operating state side, the best known of which is situated in New York. With their new online offering for the UK – we can now get a slice of the action without forking out a fortune on airfare. Macy's offers an impressive assortment of the best brands including Calvin Klein, DKNY, Kenneth Cole Reaction, Levi's, Nike, Puma, Adidas, Timberland, Martha Stewart Collection, Tommy Hilfiger, Waterford, Michael Kors, BCBG Max Azria, Betsey Johnson, French Connection, Guess, Lucky Brand Jeans, Dr. Martens, Steve Madden, Converse, Diesel, Roxy and Fossil to name a few. Macy’s also house a number of exclusive brands such as Alfani, American Rag, Charter Club, Tools of the Trade and Hotel Collection. As the online home of Macy's macys.com offers customers in the UK chance to gain access to these exclusive brands as well as experience a purchase from the world famous Macy’s.

Investing in your maternity wardrobe has got a whole lot more glamorous with Mama La Mode, the designer maternity clothing label. Treat yourself to some snuggly Pjs, some attractive and fashionable maternity bras, comfortable and flattering swimwear and jeans that look as good as they feel. Mama La Mode has an extensive range of baby clothing and post-pregnancy clothing too. The idea behind Mama La Mode is to make you feel good when pregnancy might be making you feel a little off. They have a unique approach too. Mama La Mode explain "each and every style for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th trimesters, and offer in depth fit notes, creating the nearest we can to a virtual changing room. With our 360° photography you can check out every angle of your blossoming shape, allowing you to phase your maternity wardrobe in and out." Mama La Modeis a brand that knows how to make pregnancy feel glamourous. 

High street staple Mango is billed as 'fashion for the young, urban woman', and it does just that. Using seasonal prints, Mango products are sleek, fashionable and have a classic element that mean you can wear each piece time and time again. It's particularly popular with those who are taller, as the lengths run longer. Of all the high street stores, it seems to be one of the most effortlessly cool brands. Fans of the brand include Mollie King from The Saturdays, Tulisa Contostavlos, Ashley Greene, Olivia Palermo. It's huge across Europe too, and has stores in Tokyo, Beijing, Erlangen and Verona. After all, how often have you gone away on holiday to Spain...and come back with shopping bags from Mango? Mango the company is pretty kick-ass too. 80% of their staff is female, and the average age is 30. Impressive, no? Currently, the fashion powerhouse is Spain's second largest textile exporter.

Marks & Spencers is no ordinary supermarket. It's a retail store with a food range (and series of TV adverts) that have the nation drooling, a home and fashion department that represent quality and a clothing department for women, men and kids that have shoppers cooing. Add to that a star-studded selection of celebrity ambassadors, and you've got a very special supermarket. It may have once been the place where your mum shopped, but now we all slightly wish we could live on Marks & Spencers food, and buying gifts for men is a dream here (hello, Ryan Reynolds modelled for them!), with their accessories, chunky knits and fun gadgets. M&S even got cool points for asking the singers on 2011's X Factor to sing on their festive adverts. Other celeb fans include Pippa Middleton, the cast of Harry Potter, Cheryl Cole,  Audrina Patridge, The Saturdays and Myleene Klass (who modelled for the brand along other celebs like Lisa Snowden and Twiggy).

Battling against Primark for the trophy of best budget retail store, Matalan has everything from clothing for the family to home ware. With 200 stores across the UK, mainly in out of town in retail parks, and several planned internationally, Matalan is a growing brand – and a fashion label that often features in the fashion blogging world. Matalan has a loyalty card which you have to sign up for before you shop there, but it does offer some great discounts and sale alerts. Matalan is the more calm, grown up version of Primark. Prices might be slightly higher, but you get a beautifully laid out store, great quality clothing and easy parking. Think of it as a more budget-friendly BHS. Abbey Clancy has been known to enjoy a Matalan splurge, and it appeals to the younger market too with X Factor winners Little Mix and 2010's runner up Cher wearing some of Matalans designs.  

As part of the Arcadia group, and sister brand to Topshop, Miss Selfridge is unsurprisingly a big name in fashion on the high street. With a distinctly girly edge, and beautiful selection of shoes, Miss Selfridge is often one of the first stops for hardcore shopaholics. While Topshop is for the more hardcore fashion fans, Miss Selfridge is softer, and more thought has been put into how the items will work together and stay relevant throughout the season. Celeb fans of Miss Selfridge include Little Mix, Michelle Keegan, Una Healy from The Saturdays, Tulisa Contostavlos, Caroline Flack, Lydia Bright from The Only Way Is Essex and Frankie Sandford from The Saturdays. The vertically challenged will appreciate the petite range at Miss Selfridge, while designers lovers will like some of the extra collections that are based in Miss Selfridge, like the Designed by collection and the vintage inspired pieces. High street heaven.

Winner of Drapers’ 2011 Best New Etailer Award, Missguided are a British based fashion and accessories boutique who have fast established themselves in the online fashion arena. Set up only in 2009, Missguided are quickly becoming one of our favourites for fast fashion at fantastic prices. Along with everyday wardrobe essentials and accessories, Missguided claim to offer the latest catwalk and celebrity trend inspired pieces. The site is updated with new styles arriving daily which keeps their offering up to date and of the minute. As well as categorising their range by product type, including dresses, tops, trousers, knitwear, blazers, shorts and skirts, Missguided also narrow their range by celebrities, such as Cheryl Cole, Rihanna and Kate Middleton, as well as trends of the season allowing you to access a particular look quickly and easily. Their collection of footwear spans shoes, boots, wedges and flats. Their blog is well worth a look and features behind the scenes action, their latest new arrivals and photo shoots. Overall Missguided are a firm favourite of ours here at OSOYOU.  

Footwear store Moda In Pelle is a favourite of the UK’s women offering a huge variety of shoe styles from high heels, platforms, peeptoes, court shoes and wedges to ankle boots, knee high boots, sandals, flats and lace-ups. The store also has a gorgeous selection of bags including satchels, top handle, shopper and clutch bags to match your shoes, and some special wedding shoes too. Tulisa Contostavlos, Brooklyn Decker, Chelsea Kane and Selena Gomez have all been spotted out in a pair of Moda in Pelle sandals and shoe boots.  Expect to pay between £50 and £180 for their sandals, wedges, heels, platforms, kitten heels, boots, shoeboots, bags or accessories. They have stores across the UK in London, Manchester, Leeds and Brighton 

Monsoon is another high street favourite that targets the slightly older, more fashion-conscious market, with an ethnic feel. It's been going since 1973, and they now have 400 Monsoon and Accessorize stores across the UK, and 600 in total across the world. The brand stocks some very feminine designs, and also has a wide variety of occasion wear perfect for proms, bridesmaids and fancy balls. Additionally, Monsoon was where Accessorize began, before the brand got its own stores. Celeb fans of the brand include Emma Watson (often spotted out in a pair of Monsoon pumps), Tulisa Contostavlos, Little Mix, Taylor Swift and Cat Deeley. Monsoon maintains an ethical attitude too. They encourage energy saving methods and recycling throughout their business, support ethical design and handicrafts in their range, support and fairly pay their artists, and through the Monsoon Accessorize Trust, have been helping to improve the lives of disadvantaged women and children in Asia since 1994.

Motel Rocks is a cult brand that takes its inspiration from punk, retro and a sense of fun, casting aside the blacks, browns and greys. Look out for nipped in waists, flirty skirts, bright colours and curve-enhancing dresses. They also stock accessories, swimwear and Models Own nail polish. Look out for party dresses, playsuits, tops, skirts, shorts, knitwear, jeans, trousers, coats, jackets, sleepwear, bas and Nail Rocks nail wraps. Celebrity fans of the brand include Taylor Swift, Lily Allen, Nicole Roberts, Megan Park, Marina Diamandis, Lucy Hale, Victoria Justice, the cast of Pretty Little Liars and the cast of Victorious. You can also become a VIP by signing up to their newsletter, in order to get some great deals and sale alerts. Motel Rocks calls themselves the 'wild child of British style', and we can really see why with their fun-loving pieces. No serious suits or dull grey dresses here. 

my-wardrobe.com stocks the hottest new luxury designer fashion, including everyone from Vivienne Westwood Anglomania, Anya Hindmarch, Helmut Lang and House of Harlow, to Hunter, Paul & Jo, Ray-Ban and Sam Edelman. Prices aren't cheap, but their fashion flash sales are worth watching out for, if you love designer bargains. For the men, you can pick up designer picks from Polo Ralph Lauren, Belstaff, Vivienne Westwood, D&G, Paul Smith Accessories and Barbour. Launched in 2006 by entrepreneur, founder and CEO Sarah Curran, my-wardrobe.com is not just a shopping site. It's a community with fashion and style tips, interviews and upcoming news. They even have a team who can help you choose the best item. Most items are delivered next day too, in gorgeous wrapping, so the whole process of buying designer clothing, accessories or jewellery feels like a luxury experience from start to finish. One of the best sites to go to for a designer purchase.

Focusing on glamour, Myla is a lingerie, sleepwear and swimwear brand with a difference. Myla looks to fashion and trends for inspiration, as well as paying close detail to how the product feels for the wearer. Their products are designed to be displayed, not hidden away! The Myla range includes bras, knickers,  suspenders, hosiery, slips, camisoles, basques, accessories, bridal, eveningwear lingerie, babydolls, robes, camisole sets and pyjamas. Reese Witherspoon, Claudia Schiffer, Geri Halliwell, DianeKruger, Lydia Hearst, Daisy Lowe, Lara Stone, Caroline Winberg and Amber Le Bon are all known to wear Myla pieces. That's a pretty impressive line up of celebs, right? There are now eleven locations across the UK where you can buy Myla,  as well as from a number of online underwear stores and Myla's own website. Why not throw out all those less than pretty knickers, and replace them with something that you'd be proud to flash from Myla?

Mytheresa is a shopping destination for all your luxury fashion needs. Featuring brands like Lanvin, Stella McCartney, Miu Miu, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and many more. Mytheresa.com buys directly from the designers after fashion weeks, so you get the hottest fashion straight away. The store is packed full of designer products, clothing, shoes, bags, accessories, fine jewellery and gifts. The clothing section includes dresses, coats, knitwear, tops, outerwear, jackets, pants, skirts, denim, shorts, beachwear and loungewear. You can also shop by trends or occasions, and they have a special Cruise collection which has a strong nautical theme. On Tuesdays the site outlines the season's most important trends, designers, and key pieces on the starting page. Tuesdays and Thursdays at midday are all about new arrivals - 200 of them to be exact. Each item gives the measurements, so you'll know if your purchase will fit or not.

Mytights does exactly what it says on the box – sells tights! The sheer number (pun intended) of tights they currently have on sale is astounding, and you can also find hold ups, stockings, leggings, socks and shapewear for all occasions, sizes and styles. Mytights lets you filter by brand, colour and trend, so you can find your perfect legs fast. Treat your legs to something a little better than budget hoisery. MyTights originally came about when Laura, the founder, realised she hated tight shopping. Ten years ago, the options were only really expensive packs tucked away in the corner of a department store, or multi packs in supermarkets. Now, you can search and  filter by everything from skin colour/tone to the event. Tights, stockings, leggings, socks and shapewear brands featured on the site include Emilio Cavallini, Henry Holland, Jonathan Aston, La Perla, Mary Portas, Pretty Polly, Scholl, Spanx, Trinny & Susannah and Wolford

Organic skin care is hugely in demand these days. After all, why would you want to pile chemicals onto your skin? Neal's Yard specialises in organic skin care and natural remedies, and is easily recognised by its blue and purple packaging. Abbie Cornish is a massive fan of the Neald Yard packaging, and it can often be found in the collection of a celebrity make up artist. They have sourced organic ingredients since we started in 1981. Neal's Yard was also the first company in the UK to sell certified organic essential oils. Additionally, three quarters of those who work in the Neals Yard shops are being trained in natural medicine. They have also promised to never test their products on animals, a promise we're fully behind. They've also got plenty of awards, like the International Green Awards 2011 Best Educational and Sustainability Awareness Category and the Pure Beauty Awards 2011 Best Anti-Ageing Skincare Launch.

New Look, another high street favourite, has a wide range of clothing for plus size, tall, maternity and kids. But it really comes into its own with its affordable but fashionable shoes. With many priced at under £25, fashion fans often flock to New Look to pick up a footwear bargain. A few years ago, New Look's reputation paled in comparison to those of Topshop and Miss Selfridge, but when their focus shifted to shoes, the brand as a whole turned their image around. Since then, Lily Allen and Kelly Brook have modelled and designed for them, along with Giles Deacon. They sell fast fashion at affordable prices, making it a real student favourite. Celebrity fans of the brand include the cast of The Only Way Is Essex (in fact, Lauren Goodger is designing a range for them designed for curvier ladies), Little Mix, Tulisa Contostavlos, Cher Lloyd, Caroline Flack and The Saturdays.

Oasis may be slightly more expensive than some of the Arcadia brands, but the fabrics and attention to detail paid to Oasis garments justifies this. Silk dresses, knitted wool jumpers, jeans that last and last and shoes that are comfy from the minute you put them on are all found in Oasis. Oasis has a big celebrity fan base too. Fearne Cotton, Tulisa Contostavlos, Katherine Jenkins, Kate Middleton, Melanie C, The Saturdays, Billie Piper and Chloe Sevigny have all been spotted out and about in Oasis pieces. Oasis says their range is an 'edit of the catwalk', and like us they're a bit of a dressaholic. The best thing is that if you live in Aberdeen, Belfast, Bromley, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Enfield, Lakeside, Liverpool, Glasgow, Manchester, stirling, Watford, Bluewater, Leeds, Edinburgh or London, you can order an item to be delivered in 90 minutes. 90 minutes! Perfect for those last minute "I have nothing to wear' panics. 

Shoeaholics throughout the land will have at least one purchase from Office. The shoe shop stocks brands like Irregular Choice, UGG, Reebok, Nike, Havaianas, Hunter, Fred Perry, Fly London and Ted Baker, along with their hugely successful own brand of shoes. Office is also worth watching when their sale goes live, as a bargain can often be found (and you can search by size which is a huge time saver.) Celebrities who have been spotted strutting in a pair of Office shoes include Kiera Knightly, Fearne Cotton, Danielle Lloyd, The Saturdays, Pixie Lott, Tulisa Contostavlos, Amanda Holden, Little Mix and Whitney Port. Another section of Office, Poste Mistress and Poste (footwear boutiques for women and men), counts Paris Hilton, David and Victoria Beckham, Helena Christiansen among their celebrity fans. Their Facebook page is worth following too, as they often share little behind the scene picks and sneak peeks at upcoming shoes to join the range.  

Oliver Sweeney, a relatively young company, draws on a deep well of experience from its foundation in 1989. Experts in the art of shoe making, Oliver Sweeny pride themselves in having a fine eye for sharp but always comfortable footwear. Focus lies here with build and quality manufacture, so if you’re looking to invest in a pair of lovingly made shoes, this is the place to visit. Oliver Sweeny shoes are said to have always looked right on the money without following short-lived fashion trends and sticking strongly with tradition and classic styles. Their women’s offering includes a fine selection brogue style flats, structured court shoes as well as ankle and knee length boots. Oliver Sweeney’s offering also includes sleek accessories and sunglasses, stylish Italian made jackets, cosy scarves and gloves. This is the place to visit if you’re looking for distinctive style, true quality, impeccable attention to detail and a unique combination of materials. You can even create your own custom made design online and have it made and delivered to your door!

With a list of celebrity clients including the likes of Cheryl Cole, Fearne Cotton, Jamie Winstone, Tess Daly, Jameela Jamil and Tulisa Contostavlos, Olivia Rubin’s styles have become super well known and instantly recognisable. Renowned for her trademark unique prints (including her signature brick print) and simplistic but feminine silhouettes, Central Saint Martins graduate Olivia Rubin is well recognised in the fashion industry winning numerous awards for her standout collections. Having collaborated with many a high street brand, including ASOS, Dorothy Perkins and Very.co.uk, Olivia Rubin’s offering is becoming more and more accessible especially with her official online shop. Here, customers can browse the entire current and a selection of past collections and purchase them directly. From cute knitted jumpers, dresses, shorts and skirts, Olivia Rubin’s items stand out from the crowd and are for those who dare to be bold and beautiful; think brave brights and daring prints that are bound to get you noticed. You can expect to pay anything ranging from £95 for a jumper to £230 for a dress – but for items with such a designer edge, we think it’s OSO worth it.

London may have many independent fashion boutiques, but Oxygen Boutique is a little different. They shy away from big brands and label flashing, instead preferring to work with small and up-and-coming brands. Oxygen Boutique has an extensive range of clothing, shoes and accessories. In fact, Oxygen Boutique is so proud of their shop that they call themselves "London's coolest independent fashion boutique." The ladies behind the Oxygen Boutique, Helen and Joanna, created the store after spotting a gap in the market for a store offering designer pieces without the showy label. It's all about being stylishly discreet. So while they may have big names like See by Chloe, House of Harlow and J Brand, they also stock plenty of those up-and-coming brands that offer new takes on fashion without the well-known label. If you fancy visiting them, they're based on Eastcastle Street in London's newest Art District, Noho. You can also buy from their website.

In recent years, Peacocks has seen a sudden surge in popularity. While some of this may be down to their collaboration with Pearl Lowe and her vintage-inspired range of dresses in store, it could also be down to the increasing need for budget-friendly fashion, and their great quality tea dresses and retro-inspired pieces. Peacocks is becoming a strong contender for Primark's crown. Celebrities who have been seen wearing Peacocks clothing includes Lydia Bright from The Only Way Is Essex, Holly Willoughby and of course Daisy and Pearl Lowe. Aside from Pearl Lowe's range of dresses, Peacocks also have a By Design range of slightly more expensive clothing and shoes. Maximizing on the success of their other vintage ranges, Peacocks have bought Miss Behave Vintage for the adults and Betty Lowe (Pearl Lowe's range of vintage-inspired dresses for little girls). Overall, Peacocks are becoming a brand to watch - just see how much their dresses are going for on eBay!

People Tree is a fashion brand with a difference. By buying a People Tree garment, you're not only getting yourself a beautiful new addition to your wardrobe (which Emma Watson is a fan of), but you're also supporting the Fair Trade movement which makes sure all artisans and farmers are paid and treated fairly. In fact, Emma Watson is such a big fan that she created her own range of People Tree clothing for the brand. They started back in 1991 as Global Village, and has gone on to win the The Observer Ethical Awards for Fashion, the Cosmopolitan Best Ethical E-tailer Award and Social Entrepreneur of the Year in the Edge Upstart Awards in Britain, and the founder of People Tree (Safia Minney) was awarded an MBE in 2009 for her services to fashion. People Tree designs garments to be produced by hand as much as possible, so our products have small carbon-footprints too.

Phase Eight is a fashion houses designed for women to find something for every occasion – whether it's a dressed up event or a dressed down weekend. While they take some inspiration from fashion, the majority of Phase Eight garments are classic, colourful and feminine. Chances are, you're most likely to come across Phase Eight in Debenhams, House of Fraser or John Lewis where it dominates a large section of the womenswear area. In fact, in 2010, Phase Eight were the top performing brand by density in all three of our main host stores - House of Fraser, Debenhams and John Lewis. Phase Eight was launched in 1979 by Patsy Seddon, who yearned for affordable, well made clothing that suited a more sophisticated taste. If you're looking for great service, it's worth popping into one of their standalone stores, where their loyal staff (many have been loyal for a number of years) will be able to help you find the most suitable outfit for your needs. 

Pied A Terre is a shoe brand that would rather spend their time creating classic shoes that fit women, than follow trends and fashion. That's not to say the shoes are dull, just timeless. The kind of shoes you'll wear time and time again! The Pied A Terre falls under the Bertie Shoes brand, along with Dune and online shoe store Shoestudio.com. They count Karen Gillan, Chloe Bridges, the future Queen of England Kate Middleton and Kelly Ripa among their celebrity following.  Pied A Terre have their own London store on Kings Road, along with sections in House of Fraser and John Lewis department stores. We like their chic quilted ballerina pumps, their classic black court shoe heels (the shoe equivalent of a Little Black Dress). Expect to pay between £100 and £200 for a pair of hand crafted shoes. They also have a cute range of clutch bags for party time.

PUMA is a sports lifestyle brand that combines fashion with a consideration for a busy and active lifestyle. PUMA have comfy but fashionable sneakers (footwear is easily their most popular line of products), colourful puffa jackets, plenty of sports gear and trainers, and girly but practical t-shirts. They aim to mix sport and lifestyle to deliver the best in fun and fashion. They're most commonly known as sports clothing, but they also have a celebrity following which doesn't necessarily enjoy a sporty lifestyle, including Jennifer Garner, Kate Moss, Jason Stratham, Edward Norton, Vanessa Hudgens, Reese Witherspoon, Zac Efron, Avril Lavigne, Hugh Jackman and Michelle Obama among many, many more. Seriously, it's impressive just how many celebrities have been spotted in the brand. Did you know Puma has also had collaborations with names like Alexander McQueen, Mihara Yasuhiro and Sergio Rossi? Impressive stuff. They also have a strong ethical code when it comes to producing their range. 

Aiming for the 15-35 fashion market for women, Quiz is a fashion brand that offers going out clothes for those on a budget. Pick up a dress for a night out for under £30, or a pair of killer heels. The footwear section in particular is worth a look, as there are plenty of styles for under £20. They've got clothing, footwear, accessories, jewellery and even schoolwear. Thanks to a fast and flexible supply chain, the brand is able to produce up to the minute styles soon after leaving the catwalk. Thanks to this quick uptake, Quiz now has 160 stores. Recently, Lydia Bright from The Only Way Is Essex was spotted out and about in a pair of Quiz platform peep toe heels. It's all very cheap and cheerful, which makes it a great stop the week before payday when things are a bit tight but you need an outfit for a night out. 

QVC is the leading shopping channel in the UK, offering everything from beauty favourite like Nails Inc. to home gadgets and fashion basics. You can buy by watching the QVC channel and phoning in or ordering through your TV to place your order, or by ordering online on their heaving website. Bloggers love QVC, as they're always quick to bring in the latest brands, and the brand and TV has a cult following of shopaholics who love watching the stream of fabulous products and great deals. It's also a great chance to spot your favourite designers on TV - Lulu Guinness occasionally appears on the show with her latest bag range, and several celebrities like Nicole Richie have designed their own range for the brand. QVC reaches 166 million homes across the globe, and they shipped more than 160 million units worldwide. That's goes to show just how far their reach is.

Founded in 1998 by Lowell Harder, handbag brand Radley is instantly recognisable, thanks to the scottie dog scampering across the leather handbags, purses and other accessories. Radley creates great quality leather goods with a quirky edge – without overdoing the cuteness. In fact, the brand claims to represent Britain's eccentricity! Radley is often found in department stores, although there are a few stores across the UK. Celebrity fans of the brand include Vanessa Abrams and Jessica Szohr. While Radley has always sat quite steadily in the middle market, its recent bags have hinted towards a younger, more fashion conscious market. They're still fun (and more designers could learn from Radley's sense of fun and humour) but they've now added a spot of patent on some bags for a more modern look, and collaborated with V&A too for an art-inspired range. Radley is becoming a cult brand with a strong following - and we can see why.

Rare is a boutique women's fashion brand, often featured as a concession in department stores and high street chains. Influenced by the catwalk, and celebrities, the brand aims to make hot fashion available to the masses. The Rare fashion website also features the Opulence and Paprika brands. Celebrities who have been spotted wearing Rare clothing include Selina Gomez, Frankie from The Saturdays, Mollie King from The Saturdays and Una Healy from The Saturdays. They do have a lot of body con-style dresses, but for those who don't feel quite as body confident, they have plenty of floral, flirt dresses and some cute playsuits and maxi dresses. They've also got some great accessories, with bags around £30-40, and jewellery under £10. Aside from their website, Rare can be found in Topshop, where it is Topshop’s highest selling ladies fashion concession. With that kind of success, it's clear that Rare have got the fashion formula just right.

Reiss is a womenswear and menswear brand for sexy, confident people. Reiss has over 90 stores across the world, and a headquarters in London's West End. The fashion direction of Reiss is design-led but still classic, with plenty of well-cut dresses and suits that will last the distance.Celebs love Reiss too. Stacy Ann Ferguson (Fergie), Claudia Schiffer, Maria Sharapova, Taylor Swift, Emma Watson, Danielle Lloyd, Selena Gomez, Alex Gerrard, Kelly Brook, Sofia Vergara, Nicola Roberts, Kate Middleton, Olivia Palermo, The Saturdays and Tulisa Contostavlos among many others. Well, if it's good enough for the future Queen of England, half the UK musical scene and style princess Olivia Palermo, it's good enough for us! The range includes knitwear, coats, jackets, dresses, tops, shoes and bags for the women, and suits, shoes, coats, jackets, shirts, knitwear and trousers for the men. There's also a packed editorial section to help you see a little more behind the scenes.

Red Ruby Rouge is a boutique run by Scottish born Fiona Kennedy, who launched her own fashion retail business after missing the US brands when she moved back to the UK. Fiona is now dedicated to bringing young and upcoming brands from the US to the UK. Despite bringing brands over to the UK that aren't usually available, prices are still affordable. The actual store is in Northern Ireland, but you can also buy Fiona's finds on her  online store. Brands include Paper Crown, Ulla Johnson, Sophia Pip, White + Warren, Plum Pretty Sugar and Moss Mills. If you haven't heard of them now, you will soon! Red Ruby Rouge has grown to be so popular that editors,  stylists and celebs have all been known to visit the store. Fiona's personal touch gives the entire store a much more friendly edge that can go missing in larger stores and chains. 

Schuh is home to some of the hottest shoe brands in the UK, including Fred Perry, Vans Converse, Red or Dead, Irregular Choice and Iron Fist. Their own Schuh branded shoes are also hugely popular, imitating the best catwalk trends in a wearable manner. Fans of Schuh include Amy Childs, Jessica Wright, Little Mix, Selena Gomez, Fearne Cotton, Mollie King and Emma Watson in Harry Potter. We love their glittery wedges, platform heels in a rainbow of colours and enough flip-flops to suit even the most fussy of summer shoe fans. Schuh is always quick to pick up on up and coming brands too, which means they're one to watch for new trends and styles. Sporty types will appreciate the range of trainers too, which are stylish as well as sporty. In 2011, Schuh turned 30 and celebrated with more stores, refits and glamourous new looks. During this time, they've stayed true to their original philosophy: "To provide individual high fashion footwear, sold in a unique and exciting retail environment"

With only four stores nationwide, high end department chain Selfridges & Co has always had an exclusive edge. The launch of their website allowed this aesthetic to be delivered to all, offering the same luxury experience to those who couldn’t get to the actual stores. Renowned for their creative window displays, Selfridges & Co lead the way when it comes to innovative and imaginative visual demonstrations of fashion both in store and online, making it a real hive of inspiration for all. With stunning visuals and their What’s On section cataloguing all the latest musings from Selfridges, including interviews with designers, new collection launches and photo galleries, there’s more than one reason to visit the Selfridges & Co website. With the largest brand directory of anyone we’ve seen so far before on OSOYOU, names span from the super high end designers such as Chanel, Givenchy, Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent to more household affordable labels like Warehouse, Oasis and Ted Baker. With luxury in fashion, beauty and accessories at your fingertips if you’re looking to treat yourself, or someone else, Selfridges & Co is the place to visit.

There's nothing better than an online store full of shoes, right? When you're on the hunt for one certain style, it's so much easier to search on one site offering dozens of brands, then jumping from site to site to find your chosen shoe. (Which, by the way, is exactly what OSOYOU is here for!) Shoe Studio has recently been acquired by The Dune Group, and the website re-released with over 22 brands and 100- styles. Look out for Dune, Bertie, Pied a Terre, Guess, Head over Heels, Paul Smith, Lacosts, Oliver Sweeney and many more both online and in their stores. Shoe Studio is actually a sister company to Dune and Bertie, hence why they're stocked online. We love that you can search by trend, so you can search the sparkle section when it's the Christmas party season, and search the wet weather section when it comes round to festival season. 

SimplyBeach is simple that – a retail website filled with goodies to buy for your holiday. Browse through brands like Animal, Fantasie, Freya and Hurley for swimwear, cover ups, beach accessories and summer clothing. We've also heard they're bringing in Maryan Mehlhorn, Ted Baker, Azura, Rip Curl, Quiksilver, After Eden, Solutions and Sie Lei Mare Donna during 2012. Men can also pick up something for the beach in the mens swimwear section. Like Figleaves, it takes some of the stress out of  shopping for swimwear, meaning you have more time to hit the salon for some pre-holiday beach prep. With free returns and only £1.99 delivery, it also makes a strong competitor in price to shopping on the high street. We like that they have a great range of summer wear too, so you can pick up most of your holiday wardrobe (or just summer weather on a random day in September) in one go.

Let's be honest, when someone says the word 'fake tan', St Tropez isn't far from the mind is it? Famed for the golden glow it gives you, and favoured by celebrities on both sides of the pond and possibly one of the most well-known fake tan brands, St. Tropez has a range of fake tans for all needs, as well as a fake tanning service and professional products. It's often touted as one of the easiest to apply, and gives one of the most streak-free applications around. Depending on the variety you choose, you can have a tinted glow or a deep nutty colour. particularly great pre-holiday so you can hit the beach without feeling self-conscious (although we think a pale look can look just as good!) Fans of the brand include Emily Blunt, Rumer Willis, Heather Morris, Katy Perry, Gwyneth Paltrow (remember those tanned legs after she worked out with Tracey Anderson?) and Jennifer Lopez.

Beginning as an independent boutique in Hampshire, Stanwells’ new online womenswear offering houses an appealing mix of labels consisting of designer and contemporary brands. Constantly sourcing new emerging brands to refresh its fashion profile, their collection of names is ever growing. Current brands include Barbour Gold Label by Temperley, Carthusia, Hoss Intropia, IRO, Juliette has a Gun, MIH Jeans, Nasomatto, Sam Edelman, SoOud, Duffy Clothing, Handwritten Clothing, J Brand and James Jeans to name a few. Their fashion collection offers a wide array of clothing, accessories and footwear and with a dedicated outlet section there’s also the opportunity to bag yourself a bargain. Stanwells aim to capture the experience of shopping in store online by ensuring customers have all the top labels at their fingertips as well as paying special attention to personal customer service. With free worldwide delivery, all items are beautifully packaged and customer can be reassured that the shopping experience at Stanwells is a luxury one.

Storm is probably most commonly known for their watches, which have a tough but stylish look to them. However, they actually offer a number of other products, including jewellery, bags, wallets, sunglasses, umbrellas, fragrances, clothing, footwear, collectables and gift vouchers and gift sets. Storm has more than 45 countries around the world and standalone STORM stores in numerous countries including Czech Republic, Australia, Dubai, India, China and Germany. Their watches, for which they're most famous, can be recognised with the bold Storm text across the face. Their designs aren't hugely girly, but they are beloved by men and women. Prices tend to be between £150-£200, and they also have a vintage brand. Fans of the brand include The Saturdays, Akon, Anna Kournikova, Dizzie Rascal, Debra Messing, Shontelle, Jamie Foxx, The Kardashians, Steve Jones, Kelly Rowland, Girls Aloud, Take That, Tara Reid, Simon Webb and Stereophonics. How's that for a celebrity following, eh?

Stylebop is one of the world's largest luxury shopping internet sites, and stocks over 200 brands including Missoni, Valentino, Balmain, Adriano Goldschmied, American Vintage, Balmain, Belstaff, Blauer, Citizens of Humanity and newer names like Jason Wu. Browse through the shoes, bags, jewellery, lingerie, belts, accessories, perfumes and beauty sections for both men and women. While they do provide a huge range of products, they also offer news, trend alerts and style advice from their team of 75 staff. Stylebop also have iPhone apps and iPad apps, so you can browse and buy when you're on the go - a dangerous app to have for shopaholics like us! The site is wonderfully easy to browse and use, and we like that you can browse the site by designer, as well as the standard type of items. You can even browse the site by trend, so you can get the off the catwalk trend with just a few clicks. <br>

Launched in 2011 by ex Vogue, Bazaar and Marie Claire fashion editor, Sarah Walter, style-passport.com offers all your fashion and beauty needs for holidays, trips and adventures. From winter get-aways to cultural city weekends, ski holidays and beach breaks, it's quite literally 'destination fashion and beauty'. This unique and unusual shopping concept is the first in it’s kind making for a truly one off shopping experience. Browse by city, location, holiday type or occasion, style-passport.com is the perfect online retail destination for all your pre-holiday shopping needs. With a whole host of high end designer names spanning from the established well known labels right through to more unique and innovative designers, the variety of brands on offer is endless. Shop household classics such as Missoni, Calvin Klein and Prada right through to young up and comings such as ASH and Equipment. Whether your style is chic and classic or at the height of this season’s trends, you’ll be able to find something to solve all your holiday needs at style-passport.com.

Superdrug is the biggest competitor to the other big high street pharmacist and beauty shop on the high street, Boots, and home to hundreds of lines of beauty and health products. With cult brands like Sleek (whose eye shadow palettes often sell out the moment they hit the shelves), Anna Sui, Accessorize and Barry M, Superdrug is the high street store that gets the beauty bloggers excited! Superdrug recently launched their own loyalty card to compete with Boots, with a beauty treat - a mirror on the back of the card. Superdrug has 900 stores in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Superdrug had 226 in-store pharmacies as of the end of 2011, and a popular TV campaign starring Gavin & Stacey's Joanna Page. Superdrug is the sister company to The Perfume Shop, who sell discounted perfumes both in Superdrug stores and in their own standalone stores.

Superdry is a UK-based fashion retailer selling urban and outdoor clothing for the young and trendy, started in 2003. Their range includes t-shirts, jackets, trousers, scarves, jeans, jumpers, accessories, loungewear, shoes, sunglasses, vintage thrift and many more. The Superdry logo is actually a mix of American fabrics and pseudo-Japanese text, which helps the brand become so recognisable. Lindsay Lohan, David Beckham, Zac Efron, Hilary Duff,  Kate Winslet, Kristen Stewart, Ben Stiller, The Saturdays, the cast of How I Met Your Mother and Justin Bieber have all been spotted sporting a Superdry t-shirt, hoody or other clothing item. Superdry also has 43 standalone UK stores, as well as concessions in 48 department stores, including Harrods and Selfridges London. Internationally, Superdry has stores across the USA, Australia, Europe, South America and Asia. Superdry is part of the SuperGroup group, along with sister brand Cult. Love Fair Isle patterns? You're spoilt for choice on Superdry's website.

Chances are, if you see something sparkly on the catwalk, a piece of jewellery or accessories on the high street, Swarovski have had a hand in it. Swarovski is the world-renowned crystal brand, who sell everything from crystal glass sculptures, jewellery and home décor along with stunning chandeliers. Swarovski often features on the heels of designer shoes, sewn into dresses and decorating handbags. Angelina Jolie is a fan, along with Emma Watson, Jessica Alba, Blake Lively, Carrie Underwood, Olivia Wild, Selina Gomez, Lucy Liu, Penelope Cruz, Leighton Meester, Emmy Rossum.....well, the list just goes on and on. The brand is all about glamour, shimmer and sparkle, and is loved by people of all ages.  Did you know you can also get Swarovski sunglasses, perfumes, picture frames and home accessories like vases and stemwear? They even do stationery! If you're looking to add some sparkle to your look, Swarovski should definitely be on your shopping schedule.

SweatyBetty is a fashion brand for active women who prefer yoga, pilates and swimming to a day at the shops. The workout range is simple, but feminine and comfortable. So it's out with the baggy t-shirts and shorts, and in with leggings and active jumpsuits. Celebrity fans include Elle Macpherson, Davina McCall and Nigella Lawson. The great thing about SweatyBetty is that they don't try to trade off style for sport. They understand that when you hit the gym or studio, you still want to look good (especially if your gym has mirrors EVERYWHERE.) They also don't fall into the trap of a lot of other designers. They create outfits for women, instead of adapting outfits for men or creating something teeny tiny that gives very little support. The biggest reason we love SweatyBetty though? They say on their website "we still believe in healthy living, having fun and Cornish clotted cream." That's a team after our own hearts.

With fans like Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Kim Kardashain, Little Mix, Pippa Middleton, half the cast of One Tree Hill and ANTM's Nigel Barker, Ted Baker is a brand that appeals to both men and women. And frankly, if it's good enough for the sister of our future Queen (and arguably derriere of the year), it's good enough for us! Ted Baker products are classic with a modern twist, making it perfect for smart casual work wear and nights out. Think preppy, classic American, and you're onto the right track. Ted Baker shoes in particularly are worth checking out, and their dresses are wearable with enough detail to make them stand out. Gentlemen tend to go for Ted Baker suits, known for their sharp cuts and quality fabrics. In fact, they launched as a shirt specialist in Glasgow. Not seen their advertising? Well, that's because they prefer to promote themselves with word-of-mouth and unusual approaches like giving away football cards, Paxo stuffing at Christmas and a can of chocolate bunny hotpot for Easter. Unusual, but it's clearly worked for them!

Of all the supermarket clothing brands, Tesco leads the pack when it comes to fast fashion. The fashion designers behind Tesco, also known as Tesco F&F are quick to pick up on the latest trends and replicate them quickly and accurately . The great thing about a supermarket brand of clothing, is that you can run to your local Tesco after work, grab some food and wine then head to the Tesco F&F section to pick up a new party dress, some heels and even make up. Ta da! You're all ready for a dinner party in  a few hours. Perfect for any busy domestic goddess! Many a celebrity have been spotted wearing Tesco F&F, including Billie Piper. Tesco have also maximised on their popularity by creating a range of more upmarket clothing, in their Limited Edition range. Prices are still affordable though, with most dresses sitting below the £25 mark. Tesco clothing is also home to some brand names like Pretty Polly, Rise and Ringspun.  

Tessabit is an Italian high-end boutique chain that has been at the cutting edge of luxury fashion since its inception in 1953. The store provides high quality clothing and accessories from around the globe delivering the best in contemporary fashion, from cult and emerging labels like 7 For All Mankind and Ash to renowned designer lines including Yves Saint Laurent, Lanvin and Gucci. They have a number of stores with different names and target markets. Tessabit is the first and main store, aimed at men and women. Tessabit 78 is aimed at men, with designers like Gucci, Paul Smith and Ralph Lauren. Tess  is aimed at the younger age market for women. Tessabit Plinio has womenswear from brand new designers and popular brands. Set is all about accessories, and Set Uomo offers accessories for men. Agrati Due offers fashion forward sportwear, while Agrati Junior has plenty of clothing for kids. Agrati Food is, as you'd guess, the place to go for food (and also perfume) and Tess Junior is another store for kids. An amazing amount of stores that still manage to retain their individuality. 

The Body Shop sold natural, eco-friendly and ethical beauty and health products long before it became fashionable to do so. So, not only will products from The Body Shop give you amazing, beautifully smelling skin, but you'll be doing the environment and the people producing the product a favour to by buying ethically. Plus, their products are cruelty-free, as they're not tested on animals. In a funny way, we also have The Body Shop to thank for an altogether different shop - the adult lady-friendly store Coco De Mer. Dame Anita Roddick, founder of The Body Shop, is mother to Sam Roddick who started Coco De Mer. Another surprising fact is that The Body Shop was bought by L'Oreal back in 2006. After her sad death in 2007, Prime Minister Gordon Brown commented "She campaigned for green issues for many years before it became fashionable to do so and inspired millions to the cause by bringing sustainable products to a mass market. She will be remembered not only as a great campaigner but also as a great entrepreneur."

Originating in London’s Chelsea, Thomas Pink is the destination for luxe work wear with a wide offering of tailored shirts and blouses. Taking inspiration from its traditional classic British heritage history, all Thomas Pink shirts are crafted to perfection and immaculately cut and finished. The Women’s Collection offers fitted styling in stretch and cotton poplin, relaxed fits for casual and a wealth of shirt inspired tunics and dresses. Whether you’re looking for the classic, slim or casual fit, patterned, print or plain, if it’s a shirt you’re after, Thomas Pink will have the one for you. They also offer a silk collection, as well as shirt dresses, knitwear, tailoring and accessories. With 75 stores worldwide, Thomas Pink is becoming a well known destination for fashion forward work wear with a luxury edge.

Tights are one of the easiest ways to update your look easily. Tights Please offers tights, stockings, hold ups, leg warmers, leggings, socks, shapewear and lingerie in hundreds of different styles. Brands include By Caprice, Fantasie, Freya, Gossard, Henry Holland, Jonathan Aston, Pretty Polly and Wolford. Famous clients have included Jennifer Lopez (who asked for them to be shipped to Canada), Nicole Kidman, Keira Knightly and Victoria Beckham (who mentioned them in her autobiography.) They're also often on hand to advise fashion editors, celebrities and stylists on the latest trends, brands and technology when it comes to legwear. Of course, they stock Henry Holland's famous faux-suspender tights, along with beauty products to help you make  the best of your pins. If you're looking for a little inspiration, have a look at their style guides and interviews. They've got a price matching policy too, so if you find their  tights cheaper elsewhere they'll match it.

TIME² is a specialist watch retailer with a highly regarded reputation in the dedicated watches market. Their site offers a vast array of women’s watch styles spanning luxury, designer, classic, jewellery, sports, chronograph, vintage, digital, diamond and ceramic. TIME² stock the world’s leading watch brands including Accurist, Armani Exchange, Burberry, Casio, Citizen, CK Calvin Klein, D & G, DKNY, Diesel, G Shock, Guess, Hugo Boss, Juicy Couture, Karen Millen, Lacoste, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Sekonda, Toy Watch and Vivienne Westwood to name a few. TIME² send watches in their original brand packaging with stamped and certified warranties and delivery is free of charge which is a real bonus. Whether it’s a big investment or a quick fashion hit, if you’re looking for a watch TIME² is the place to visit.

Toast is a designer brand boasting clothing for men and women, and an extensive house and home range. It's all cashmere socks, flannel pjs, cosy blankets and the kind of home products you can use around a toasty fire during winter. They sell stocking fillers, products for the outdoors, accessories, coats, jackets, dresses, tunics, footwear, jersey, t-shirts, jewellery, knitwear, skirts, swimwear, tops, trousers, shorts, tweed, nightwear, christmas decorations, bathroom accessories, bedline, blankets,  throws,  books, candles,cushions, pillows, food, gowns, kitchen accessories, loungewear, PJs & nighties, rugs, slippers, socks, tableware and gift cards. With a name like Toast, you'd expect to find plenty of products to keep you cosy, and Toast doesn't disappoint. You can also create your own wishlist of products on the site, which is handy when it comes round to Christmas, anniversaries and birthdays. They've also got a lovely travel section to inspire you.

With celebrities such as Rihanna, Beyonce and Kate Middleton as customers; Topshop is known for their on-trend fast fashion. On everyone’s favourite high street store lists, Topshop offers seasonal women’s clothing, shoes, accessories and beauty to the fashion savvy at affordable prices. Look out for trends, designer collaborations and celebrity ranges. Topshop in Oxford Street is so well-known for being fashion forward that model agencies often send their scouts there to find some fashionable beauties. Alongside their standard ranges, tall ranges, petite ranges and all the other brands on the website and in the larger stores, they also have the Boutqiue, Unique, Designers and Emerge sections, designed to highlight up and coming fashion talent. Celeb fans include *deep breath* Lindsay Lohan, Jessica Alba, Hayden Pannettiere, Kate Moss, Beyonce Knowles, Kate Hudson, Miley Cyrus, Kate Bosworth, Mila Kunis, The Olsen twins, Mischa Barton, Sophia Bush, Rachel Bilson, Molly Sims, Liv Tyler, Keira Knightley, Britney Spears, Hilary Duff...well, let's just say it's quite popular.

Possibly one of the best renowned underwear brands of all time, Triumph is known world wide for its ultimate selection of luscious lingerie and sensational shape wear. Carefully designed for any style and any shape, if you’re in an underwear dilemma Triumph is the place to visit. With a generous selection of their underwear collection now available on their new online shop, it’s never been easier to shop for that perfect under garment from the comfort of your own home. Ranging from 30A for 50D and UK sizes 8-22, Triumph really do cater for any shape and size and always introducing new exciting and innovative ranges, such as their new For Your Curves and D+ big cup collection. Triumph also continue to lead the way in fashion forward shape wear with the latest from their Shape Sensation collection, as well as offering a diverse selection of bras including wired, padded, balcony and plunge, briefs such as maxi, mini, shorts and hipsters as well as swimwear, nightwear, sports bras, maternity and bridal.

The original ultra cosy and comfortable flat boot, UGG Australia is undoubtedly the most established  brand in luxury sheepskin footwear. Where better than the official UGG Australia website to shop their latest collections in styles spanning both footwear and accessories? From their well known boots including fashion, knit and classic signature styles, to ultra comfortable slippers, cold weather accessories and handbags, there are unlimited ways to get that UGG style into your wardrobe. With everything made of fine Australian sheepskin, UGG’s products are worth the investment for both quality and style. The ultimate weekend wear, snuggle into a pair of UGG boots to chill out at the weekend or why not invest in some mid-heeled ankle boots to transform your everyday footwear into ultra comfort?

UNIQLO is a fashion brand for people who love their clothes casual. All the pieces are super-simple, making them perfect for capsule wardrobe separates at affordable prices.  The brand currently has 13 stores across the UK, with a larger store in Oxford Street. UNIQLO can count Kirsten Dunst, Claire Danes, Jared Leto, Agyness Deyn, Robert Pattinson, Bonnie Wright and Dianna Agron and Cory Monteith from Glee. How's that for a list of who's who in the world of cool? For a brand that only started in 2003, that's an impressive following of celebs. They're a UK chain of stores, with the flagship store based in London and 13 more stores across the UK. UNIQLO is part of the Fast Retailing Company, along with brands like Princess Tam Tam, Theory and Helmut Lang. As a bonus point, UNIQLO also puts great importance on its responsibility to society. They produce a magazine called The Power of Clothing, which outlines how we can make positive changes. 

Urban Outfitters is an American retailer with a seriously funky vibe for its men, women and homeware ranges. The stores and website are packed full of vintage-inspired, cheeky and kitschy products – think novelty kitchen gadgets, retro jewellery and distressed t-shirts. They've got fashion brands for men and women, and the previously mentioned home and gift section. The brand loves retro gadgets, and previously sold Polaroid ONE600 instant cameras and Type 779 instant film after the company went defunct. The Urban Outfitters brand is a particular hit with the hipster market. We particularly love the home section for cute stuff people coo over, and and the fashion section for pieces that have people squeeling "OMG where did you get that from!" Fans of the brand include the cast of One Tree Hill, Demi Lovato, Diane Kruger, Miley Cyrus, Kristen Wiig, Justin Bieber and the cast of 90210. A great destination for gift buying. 

Very.co.uk is celeb-tastic, with collaborations with best mates Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby, and many celebs being seen out and about in their creations. With Holly's curves and glamour, and Fearne's rock chick chic, Very.co.uk have grown in popularity and have expanded their client base too. Very.co.uk is packed full of brands too like Calvin Klein, Adidas, D&G, Karen Mllen and Lipsy, alongside their own label 'Love Label' and a luxury version of this called the Luxe Collection. Very.co.uk is a one-stop-shop for all areas of life - clothing, sports, home, entertainment, gifts, beauty and toys amongst others. The layout of Very.co.uk might seem familiar, and that's because it's part of the Shop Direct group that include Littlewoods.com and ISME, which have similar layouts. Very.co.uk has been mainly UK-based, but they've now launched Very.com so they can reach the international market too. We Very much like shopping on the Very.co.uk website.

Wallis is another fashion high street store from the Arcadia group, along with Topshop, BHS, Burton, Dorothy Perkins, Evans, Miss Selfridge, Outfit and Topman, and has over 330 stores across the UK and Europe. Wallis is for women rather than girls, and the timeless designs and attention to detail reflect this. Their main aim is to create fashion that makes the wearer feel good – which is why they pay special attention to the quality and cut of the cloth. Wallis has everything from dresses, tops and blouses, knitwear, coats, jackets, trousers, jeans, denim, jumpsuits, skirts, beachwear, leggings, jeggings, nightwear, clothing for the petite, shoes, accessories and exclusive pieces that can only be purchased on Wallis.co.uk. Caroline Trentini has been spotted in their pieces, and they're often spotted on This Morning and Lorraine Kelly. Their range is available for sizes 8 to 20, and the petite range is for women 5´3" and under.

High street store Warehouse is a member of the Aurora group, and brings up to the minute dresses, tops and accessories to women who love and follow fashion. Warehouse claims to “translate trends into wearable fashion for our customers”, meaning you can follow the latest trends without paying over the odds. Celebrity fans include Tulisa Contostavlos, Little Mix, Caroline Flack, Kate Middleton, Emily Blunt, Melanie C, Geri Halliwell, The Saturdays and Davina McCall. While Warehouse has some gorgeous dresses, in particular maxi dresses, they also have some great classic but edgy pieces that can be put together for a capsule wardrobe. They've taken on many famous design classics to help the brand, including Yasmin Le Bon, Mandy Smith, Liberty Ross, Bianca Balti, Caroline Baker, Lucinda Chambers, Kate Phelan, Corrine Day and Jessica Miller, Charlotte Stockdale, Norman Parkinson, Steve Hiett, Peter Lindberg. They now have over 300 stores across the UK.

White Stuff claims they're “bringing happy back”, which is a rather lovely slogan, don't you think? In fact, White Stuff is packed full of rather lovely stuff. They're all about colour, without looking like your kids, and avoid black at all times because "It doesn’t make us happy". Founded back in 1985, the team behind the brand originally start as a duo selling 'Boys from the White Stuff' t-shirts to fund their skiing. From there it grew, and now White Stuff sells dreamy, comfortable clothing for men, women and children, perfect for chilling out in. It's the kind of dresses, trousers, tops, accessories and shoes that are ideal for lazy Sundays when the last thing you want to do is get dolled up to the nines. Oh, and these guys know how to do Christmas jumpers. Frankly, they make us want to rent a ski cabin and buy half their catalogue for an afternoon in front of the fire with friends.

Unique life style brand, Wolf & Badger pride themselves in showcasing the best independent fashion and design around. With a boutique based in London’s Notting Hill, Wolf & Badger promote over seventy independent designer brands and labels. Their new website launched in 2010 sells a hand picked edit of the best pieces and designers making them available to all nationwide. All designers and brands featured on site have been tried and tested and are guaranteed to be independent and cutting-edge in design and of the highest manufacturing quality. Their collection of womenswear clothing spans dresses, hosiery, jackets & coats, skirts, tops & knits and trousers, whilst accessories include jewellery, bags, tech accessories, belts and hats. Their womenswear brands include Irwin & Jordan, Sia Dimitriadi and Gal Stern whilst accessories include Capulet, Violet Darkling, Elyona, Hotel Zulu, Catherine Zoraida and Maria Black. Wolf and Badger is the place to visit for those one off unique designer finds.

Wolford is as luxurious as tights get. Cheryl Cole famously wore a pair on the set of X Factor, and Jessie J is a known fan of the brand too. Other celeb fans of the brand include Lindsey Lohan, Victoria Beckham, Kiera Knightly, Sarah Jessica Parker, Claudia Schiffer, Emma Watson and Zooey Deschanel among many, many others. While the tights, stockings and hold ups are easily the most famous aspect of the brand, Wolford also does lingerie, accessories and socks for men. Remember a decade ago when tights were uncool? Wolford was one of the driving forces behind turning that reputation around, and making tights a fashion accessory rather than something to keep your pins warm. We're a big fan of spending more on your undergarments. Hell, your skin deserves it, and there's no point wearing gorgeous dresses and outfits if the clothes you wear underneath are cheap and cheerful.

Designed by Frenchman Thierry Gillier, who used to work for Yves Saint Laurent, Zadig & Voltaire is a relaxed clothing brand with a bit of a tough edge. He launched it in 1997, and took on model Cecilia Bonstrom in 2003, who he later promoted to Artistic Director. Cecilia designs  rock n' roll pieces with a 'laid back lux' feel.  It's full of leather, sturdy denim and silver and gold fabrics. There's also a sprinkling of super-soft cashmere, which clashes well with the skulls and slightly gothic feel to the other pieces. The overall look is eye-catching yet laid back. You can generally find Zadig and Voltare at online boutiques like Net-A-Porter.  Celebrity fans include Alexis Blede (from the Gilmore Girls), Leighton Meester, Ashley Greene, Frankie from The Saturdays, Claudia Schiffer, Emma Watson and Lea Michele from Glee. If you're based in London, you can find Zadig & Voltare in Westfield shopping centre.

Germany’s largest online retailer, Zalando offers a wide range of fashionable footwear and clothing finds from a plethora of house hold brands. Priding themselves in excellent customer service, Zalando have free shipping and free returns on all orders which is a real bonus when ordering from a retailer based outside of the UK. Their offering consists of over six hundred brands across footwear, clothing, accessories and beauty and is a real all round destination for your shopping needs. On Zalando, customers can find big international brands such as Boss Orange, Guess, Timberland and Geox and more, as well as unique and exclusive fashion labels such as Apepazza, Latitude Femme or Beverly Feldman, which are often hard to find in the shops.  Ever expanding, Zalando’s collection is growing all the time with new lines are being added, so they’re definitely ones to watch out for.

Zuneta is, in their own words, a "luxury online beauty boutique & magazine"  and was launched in 2008.  The website specialises in interesting and exciting new brands. For example, brands include Oskia, EOS, Cutler, Erborian, Rahua or Paperself. They also offer your favourite niche brands, such as Murad, Caudalie, BECCA, Lucas Papaw, Mane N tail. If you like your beauty quirky and new, you'll love this site. They've got cosmetics for men too, including Kings & Queens, Korres, Malin + Goetz and Mr Natty. You can also create a profile with your personal requirements and needs (e.g. skin colour, hair colour, skin type, hair type etc) so the website can make recommendation to suit you - which means you get email alerts that are actually relevant to you. Their online clinic aims to advise and teach about how to treat specific skin types etc. too, so the service backs up the products.