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A Ha Ha Ha
99 West Bow,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2JP
Long-running joke shop that has become something of a local landmark thanks to the gigantic funny nose and specs suspended over the Victoria Street Shop front.
A1 Pets
165 Great Junction Street,
Edinburgh,
EH6 5LG
Family-run animal-friendly hub with a huge range of stock, and a brand-new aquarium room. They're also very community-minded, sponsoring all sorts of local events, like doggy walk extravaganza Bark in the Park.
Alchemia Studio Gallery
37 Thistle Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 1DY
Based in the heart of Edinburgh, this dazzling jewellery emporium sells everything from hand-painted enamel to diamonds and platinum. Alchemia's unique pieces are designed from pots of precious metal and crafted in workshops on the premises.
Analogue
39 Candlemaker Row,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2QB
So much more than just another art bookshop. Analogue is a hip design hub, gallery, and one of the best places to find out about the new movement of local graphic and graffiti artists like Elph and Kirsty Whiten. If there was such a thing as a bible of…
Annie Mo's
170b Great Junction Street,
Edinburgh,
EH6 5LJ
A proudly offbeat independent furniture boutique specialising in natural fabrics and one-off finds. Based in Aberdeen, the store has expanded and opened a new shop in the depths of Leith.
Arkangel & Felon
4 William Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 7NH
Arkangel & Felon is a women's independent fashion boutique in Edinburgh's West End Village which opened it's doors in the Summer of 2010. Our aim is to provide an eclectic yet wearable mix of fashion and accessories within a luxurious and…
Arkay Imaging Ltd
228 Leith Walk,
Edinburgh,
EH6 5EQ
A small business offering a wide range of printing services, office stationery and personalised gifts.
Armchair Books
72–74 West Port,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2LE
Divided over two premises, Armchair Books has been a favourite stop for bibliophiles for more than 15 years. The shop owners say their regulars 'appreciate the way the shop combines an eclectic stock with a sterling regard for the health and safety of…
Armstrongs
83 Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HJ
There is no better place in Edinburgh to take a walk down fashion's memory lane than WM Armstrong & Son. Established in 1840 and locally known as Armstrong’s, its two branches (the other is at 64 Clerk Street) combine to make a huge emporium of…
Armstrong's
64–66 Clerk Street,
Edinburgh,
EH8 9JB
Whether you're a fashion student or just a dedicated follower, a visit to the granddaddy of Edinburgh's vintage stores is essential for anyone with even the slightest interest in clothes. The Grassmarket branch has by far the bigger, more eclectic…
Asimi Jewellery
40 George Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 2LE
A wide range of contemporary jewellery, including a lot of work by Greek designers. Asimi is something a bit different on label-conscious George Street, and they also offer an outlet for the excellent (and equally Greek) Korres range of natural…
Avalanche
5 Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HY
Tiny, near-legendary record shop specialising in new and used indie and alternative vinyl and CDs. An essential part of the Edinburgh muso experience, with a great selection of local acts - Postcard Records, in particular, are brilliantly represented.
Barnardos Vintage
116 West Bow,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HH
Treasure trove charity shop, with the stock hand-picked from Barnardo's general intake by a dedicated team who know the area. It's a skip across the road from Armstrongs, making this area of the Grassmarket something of a vintage bolthole, and although…
Be Seated
103 Constitution Street,
Edinburgh,
EH6 7AE
This small upholstery business has a wide reach: Peter Holmes, who usually works with just one other colleague, has designed and created furniture for stately homes, hotels, and chi-chi restaurants across the country, and his pieces are often featured…
The Bed Shop
110–120 Leith Walk,
Edinburgh,
EH6 5DT
No need to flounce around looking for a frilly name to hoist above your furniture shop. Edinburgh's oldest established sleep emporium dispenses a no-nonsense approach to quality beds and mattresses.
Big Ideas
82 West Bow,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HH
This bright little boutique showcases fashion-forward plus-size womenswear (size 16 and up). Although it's aimed at an older age range, the clothes are decidely un-frumpy: there's a wide range of interesting designer lines in store, and some…
Biketrax
11 Lochrin Place,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9QX
Not only content with selling the things, this place also hires out bikes and repairs them too. There's everything in between, from mirrors to mudflaps, so it's a bit of glorious biking pick 'n' mix. Perfect for the hardened pro or the enthusiastic…
Bill Baber
66 Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2JR
All natural womenswear designs by husband and wife duo Bill and Helen Baber, who've been in the business since 1977. Jewel-bright woollens, cashmeres and silks hang in the window of their cosy shop and studio, and shoppers can watch as all garments are…
The Black Box Boutique
98 West Bow, Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HH
Black Box is an independent design boutique based in the heart of the buzzing Grassmarket, Edinburgh, showcasing Britain’s most exceptionally curious jewellery, textiles, ceramics, illustration and more!
The boutique is also home to an in-house…
The Black Mausoleum
19 Candlemaker Row,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2QG
The Black Mausoleum sells all sorts of creepy stuff. In this dark dungeon on the site of the old Witchcraft shop in Candlemaker Row (reputed to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley in Harry Potter) you will find obscure hand crafted presents, discount…
Bliss
111a Broughton Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 3RZ
Great wee gift shop full of unusual presents and homeware. They also stock cult beauty brand Paul & Joe Beaute.
Boobytrap Boutique
15 William Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 7NG
Fantastically-named lingerie specialist, stocking cool, hard-to-find scanty labels like Princess Tam Tam. There's a bit of a Sex and the City vibe about the place, with cupcakes and freshly-brewed coffee in the in-store café to up your indulgency quota.
Bra Bohag
150 Easter Road,
Edinburgh,
EH7 5RL
Specialists in vintage retro furniture and design, with an enviable collection of Scandinavian sideboards, Ercol chairs, 70s glassware and taxidermied ducks.
Butterflies
17 West Port,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2JA
Long-running local dressmakers' store, with windows full of sugary-bright creations. Whether you're after a prom dress or bridesmaid frock, or something a bit different for a night out, this is the place to come.
The Cadies & Witchery Tours
84 West Bow (Victoria Street),
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HH
A unique ghostly gift shop located in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. As well as selling a variety of skulls, witches, dragons and magical fairies, the shop also serves as a booking office for ghostly walking tours that have been a major attraction…
The Cigar Box
361 High Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1PW
Oh come on, what do you think it sells? Finest, hand-rolled Havana stogies, plus a plentiful supply of pipes and rum from the same people who run Royal Mile Whiskies, so you know they'll take their expertiese seriously. Perfect for the Papa Hemingway…
Clarksons Edinburgh
87 West Bow,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2JP.
A good old-fashioned, family-run jewellers, Clarksons has been going for over 50 years. Their current specialisms include Celtic-influenced pieces, and they also create bespoke pieces. Prices start at £100 for in store items.
Coco Chocolate
174 Brunstfield Place,
Edinburgh,
EH10 4ER
Mmmmm. Gorgeous, hand-tempered chocolates made by qualified chocolatier Rebecca Knights-Kerswell in her specialist chocolate kitchen just down the road. Unusual ingredients include sea salt, chilli and lavender ?the dark chocolate hearts filled with…
Coda Music
12 Bank Street, On the Mound,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2LN
Handily situated right in the middle of tourist heaven on the crest of the Mound, this tiny store lays claim to the biggest selection of folk and traditional music in Scotland. Hoots!
Context Interiors
79 Morningside Road,
Edinburgh,
EH10 4AY
Jammed full of eclectic interiors pieces, with a special focus on period detail and classic design, this little Morningside homeware specialist is particularl good for light fittings and one-off oddities to hang on your walls. Prices run a broad gamut…
Cookie
29 Cockburn Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1BP
Pretty cotton print frocks, brief, patterned smocks and edgy T-shirts from the likes of Eucalpytus, Yamama, Ruby Walk and Sugarhill. Certainly at the top end of the Cockburn Street price range, but still that little bit more affordable than anywhere…
Corniche
2 Jeffrey Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1DT
Edinburgh's original designer label boutique offers outrageous creations (at equivalent prices) for boys and girls from the likes of Jean Paul Gaultier, Vivienne Westwood, Yohji Yamamoto, Katherine Hamnett, and Comme des Garcons.
Craft House Concept
31e Minto Street,
Edinburgh,
EH9 2BT
It's worth the trek down to deepest darkest Newington to see the array of pretty things on offer at this craft and design boutique, which features everything from jewellery to furniture. They can also help with bespoke furniture designs, sourcing and…
The Creepy Wee Shop in the Graveyard
26B Candlemaker Row,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2QG
The creepiest wee place in Edinburgh in the graveyard of a former funeral bothy, famous for being haunted. Greyfriars Graveyards hosts this wacky emporium of ghostly souvenirs. Equally formidable to its sister store The Black Mausoleum.
Crombies of Edinburgh
97 Broughton Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 3RZ
A quick note in case you're invited to a barbeque in Edinburgh over the summer: turning up with anything other than Crombies' sausages is akin to social death. Your cheapy pack of discount chipolatas is not really going to cut it alongside such…
Demijohn
32 Victoria Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2JW
For those not in the know, a demijohn is a large bulbous glass bottle used to store liquids and it's the method of choice for Edinburgh's liquid deli of the same name. The bottles line the shelves, waiting to decant fluids from extra virgin olive oil…
Designshop UK
116 Causewayside,
Edinburgh,
EH9 1PU
Brilliant, dedicated, er, design shop for the most fabulously stylish households around. Design Shop UK is run by knowledgeable and trend-aware staff, and stocks thoroughly contemporary and progressive pieces by the likes of Phillippe Starck, Missoni…
DollyLeo
22 Raeburn Place,
Edinburgh,
EH4 1HN
From its specially-sculpted interior, DollyLeo (created by London makeup artist Sadie Jean Sloss) peddles exclusive potions and offer personalised facial treatments and makeup tutorials for high class guys and dolls. Lines include butterLONDON, Rodial…
Doodles Ceramic Workshop
29 Marchmont Crescent,
Edinburgh,
EH9 1HQ
Paint-your-own pottery workshop and shop, also selling a range of organic soaps. Admittedly, it's not the sort of shop that you just walk into for a spot of browsing, but it has become increasingly popular with birthday and hen parties.
Eden
18 North West Circus Place,
Edinburgh,
EH3 6SX
Eden is an independent fashion boutique situated in Stockbridge. Eden presents an exclusively different selection of designer womenswear, accessories and jewellery from Spain, Italy and beyond.
Stockists of: Desigual, Hoss Intropia, Selected Femme…
Edinburgh Books
145–147 West Port,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9DP
Bewilderingly labyrinthine selection of antiquarian books over two levels. Formerly West Port Books, and now a leading member of the West Port Books collective, Edinburgh Books' staff have a similarly dry sense of humour to their fellow collective…
The Edinburgh Bookshop
219 Bruntsfield Place,
Edinburgh,
EH10 4DH
Please note The Edinburgh Bookshop has now merged with The Children's Bookshop, formerly at this address.
Eero and Riley
7 Easter Road,
Edinburgh,
EH7 5PH
Friendly, brilliantly-priced (most items well under £20) shop with a tangible sense of humour, stocking homeware, gifts and jewellery. We love the Invisible Bookshelves, the astroturf-inspired toothbrush holder, and the fact that these things sit…
Elvis Shakespeare
347 Leith Walk,
Edinburgh,
EH6 8SD
As the name bringing together two of the world's great icons suggests, this much loved Leith Walk institution treats music and literature as equals. Something for everyone, from country music to literary criticism, and Irish poetry to metal. Prices…
Emma Hall Hair Design
19A Haddington Place, Top of Leith Walk,
Edinburgh,
EH7 4AF
The first thing you notice about Emma Hall's salon is that it doesn't smell like your average hairdresser's. This is because, as the first 'clean air', all-organic salon in Edinburgh, they make a point of not using any of the chemical-laden 'product…
Enchantment
57 Cockburn Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1BS
Dark, incense-scented fairy cavern full of statuettes of imps, pixies and assorted gnomes. Run by a woman so ethereal she might well be a fairy herself.
The Extra Inch
12 William Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 7NH
The Extra Inch specializes in clothing in sizes 16 to 26. The boutique is situated on two levels with separates and holiday cruise wear on level one and special occasion clothing on level two. The stock is sourced from top European designers and…
Fabhatrix
13 Cowgatehead,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1JY
Where did you get that hat, old bean? Well, Fabhatrix, actually. Top hats, clôches, trilbies, Scottish felt hats, vintage style, silk wedding hats, red hats, bowlers, straw hats, quirky tweed deerstalkers and feather fascinators …Fabhatrix sells…
Fabrick
50 Cockburn Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1PB
Fabrick print t-shirts while you wait. They didn't say what you should wait for, but with 300 designs and 25 lettering styles you are sure to be kept busy.
Custom print a hoodie, a bags, a t-shirt or even some underwear (clean of course). Prices range…
Flux
55 St Bernard Street,
Edinburgh,
EH6 6SL
Cracking little shop in the heart of Leith ? although it sells Scottish crafts, don't think for a second it's the same sort of tartan tat you'd find in the tourist zones. They also come with a splendid all-ethical produce guarantee.
Focus (Edinburgh)
70 Canongate,
Edinburgh,
EH8 8AA
Skate and street wear for the boys, with labels like Stussy and Nike, Skullcandy headphones and Nixon watches; also stocks an excellent range of DVDs and is, like, the only place to go to get a new deck for your wheels. Right?
The Frayed Hem
45 Cockburn Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1BS
A vintage shop with a well-picked range of clothing, shoes, jewellery and collectables.
Fruitmarket Gallery
45 Market Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1DF
Located behind Waverley train station, this world-class gallery showcases work by many of the leading names in contemporary art. An all-glass frontage allows passing pedestrians to observe the lower level of the gallery beyond the bookshop and café…
Galerie Mirages
46a Raeburn Place,
Edinburgh,
EH4 1HL
Those of a magpie disposition will love Shiela Dhariwal's array of silver, chunky, ethnic, beaded and stone-studded jewellery; an Aladdin's cave of internationally-sourced, sparkly stuff with a pretty broad price range, in a gorgeous hidden location.
Godiva
9 West Port,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2JA
One of the most original independent boutiques in Edinburgh, with a big front room stuffed full of exciting local design talent and a back room of vintage that's particularly good for boys. Recycled rara skirts, lovely frocks by local designers, and…
Goodstead
76 Rose Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 2NN
Grown-up boyz 'n' girlz urban style, specialising in graphic t-shirt prints and classy, work-worthy streetwear sourced internationally from the hippest, hardest-to-get designers. We're currently in love with their range of Surface To Air, Paris.
Goodwins Ltd
15 Queensferry Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 4QW
Scotland's largest dealer of antique, second hand and new silver, jewellery and crystal.
Hadeel
58 Shandwick Place, St George's West Church,
Edinburgh,
EH2 4RT
Hadeel is something unique amongst fair trade shops: it's run by Scottish-based charity Palcrafts, and sells everything from silver and mother-of -pearl jewellery, olive oils and soaps, hand-made candles and exquisitely-embroidered clothing, all…
Helen Bateman
16 William Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 7NH
Helen Bateman is a popular lady among shoe-lovers in Edinburgh. Her independent shoe brand combines a range of useful 'basics' - those shoes you'll want to invest in again and again - with more exclusive limited runs that change each season in a…
Helios Fountain
7 Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HY
Aaaah. Wholesome shop stuffed with beads, handmade toys, candles, crystals and more books than you could shake an incense stick at, including magically-illustrated children's books and a selection of complementary therapy reads. Just going in there is…
Herman Brown
151 West Port,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9DP
Seriously gorgeous selection of top-end vintage accessories and shoes hang alongside a carefully selected, colour-coded range of 1950s-1980s fashions. The very best place to lay hands on retro sunglasses, diamante hat pins and patent stilettos.
Hilary's Bazaar
297 Canongate, The Royal Mile,
Edinburgh,
EH8 8BD
This incense-scented store scattered with ethnic statues, rare world dance CDs and beautiful, fairly-traded accessories, has been running for many years now and has long been a haunt of the city's alternative lifestyle practitioners, and eco-aware…
Hog's Head Music
62 South Clerk Street,
Edinburgh,
EH8 9PS
Muso paradise indeed. This grungy second-hand store is full of rare CDs and DVDs, collectable box sets and T-shirts. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, the windows are crammed with rarities, and there's a great trade-in policy.
Joe
3 Greyfriars Place,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2QQ
The long-running store formerly known as Joe Cool has supervised many a teenage ear piercing, but it's equally good for quirky homeware, excellent off-beat jewellery, and witty cards.
Joey D
54 Broughton Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 3SA
Local designer Joey D's clothes are remade and recycled from old items of clothing. Boiler suits, army tunics and tweed jackets are embellished and tweaked into styles that vary from clubby to downright flamboyant. Make sure you take a wander through…
Joyce Forsyth Scottish Designer Knitwear
42 Candlemaker Row,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2QE
Strange, beautiful and completely unique hand-made knitwear suitable for lovely witches and stylish eccentrics. Prices range from £5-£265.
K1 Yarns Knitting Boutique
89 West Bow,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2JP
Knitters' paradise! Every possible colour and texture of yarn you can imagine, plus patterns, weekly classes, and an informal area for sitting and, well, knitting.
Kiss the Fish Studios
9 Dean Park Street, Stockbridge,
Edinburgh,
EH4 1JN
Kiss the Fish is both a gift shop with all manner of crafty trinkets and treats on offer, and an arts
and crafts studio holding regular workshops for children and adults alike. As well as open drop-
in sessions every day, the studios run summer…
Laiba Boutique
48 Elm Row,
Edinburgh,
EH7 4AH
A good selection of ethnic fabrics and fashions - great for one-offs.
Main Point Books
8 Lauriston Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9DJ
Situated between a lap-dancing club and a church, Main Point Books specialise in mind-expanding tracts. Fans of Vonnegut, Brautigan, Dick and Orwell will find plenty of politically-charged sci-fi to keep them happy here, and there's a great section of…
McAlister Matheson Music
1 Grindlay Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9AT
This friendly city centre record shop may have grown into Scotland's largest independent classical CD specialist, but there's still a homespun touch to proceedings. All the staff are trained classical musicians themselves, knowledgeable and passionate…
Moleta Munro
4 Jeffrey Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1DT
Stylish homewares, with a good range of Scandinavian design, Scottish digitally printed textiles and wool rugs.
Mr Wood's Fossils
5 Cowgatehead, Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1JY
Anyone for fossilised shrimp? Grab yourself a tiny bit of history with a fossil or two from Edinburgh's only purveyor of (you guessed it) fossils, and minerals, established in 1987 by the world-famous fossil hunter Stan Wood. A huge selection of…
Narcissus
87 Broughton Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 3RJ
Friendly florist in the middle of bustling Broughton Street who can always be relied upon to produce something a little bit quirkier or more unusual than your average flowr shop.
Old Town Bookshop
8 Victoria Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HG
Old Town describes itself as the 'spiritual brother' of the West Port bookshops. Established in 1978, this ageing Aladdin's cave provides a gentle introduction to the world of antiquarian books, stocking everything from early 1650s theology and…
One World Shop
St John's Church, Princes Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 4BJ
Located in the heart of Edinburgh's West End, on the leafy terrace of St John's Church, the shop is ideally situated close to the main shopping areas. With views across Princes Street gardens to Edinburgh Castle, the shop offers a calm alternative to…
Ooh! Ruby Shoes
117 Bruntsfield Place,
Edinburgh,
EH10 4EQ
Currently winning our coveted 'best shop name in Edinburgh or Glasgow' award, this relatively new shoe boutique is crammed full of fine footwear from the Continent. This sort of quality doesn't come cheap, but it sure does come purty…
Organic Pleasures
71 Broughton Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 3RJ
Being the UK's first all-organic female-focused sex shop makes this tiny Broughton Street indie pretty special anyway, but the sheer decadence of the interior, filled with with antique armoirs of non-toxic sex toys and organic silk panties, makes a…
Oscar and Fitch
20 Mulltrees Walk, St Andrews Square,
Edinburgh,
EH1 3DQ
The store of choice for the more fashion-conscious spectacle-wearer, choose from chunky and thin-rimmed, vividly colourful and monotone glasses to chuck on your face and feel good about. They've also got a splendid selection of popstar-worthy…
Owl & Lion
66 West Port,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2LD
Owl & Lion Bindery, owned by Florence-trained bookbinder Isabelle Ting is the first bookbinding establishment to open in the city for decades. Isabelle offers bookbinding classes for all levels, as well as producing her own innovative ranges of…
Paper Tiger
6a/8 Stafford Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 7AU
Alongside beautifully-designed wrapping paper and greetings cards, Paper Tiger also stocks the famous Moleskine notebook and a gorgeous selection of unique travellers' journals, address books and photo albums sourced from around the world. Prices range…
Paper Tiger
53 Lothian Road,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2DJ
Alongside beautifully-designed wrapping paper and greetings cards, Paper Tiger also stocks the famous Moleskine notebook and a gorgeous selection of unique travellers' journals, address books and photo albums sourced from around the world. Prices range…
Peter Bell Books
68 West Port,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2LD
Traditionalist antiquarian bookshop with a focus on history, Scottish interest and philosophy. Part of the West Port books collective.
Present
18 St Mary's Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1SU
Quirky homewares, one-off jewellery items, camp and kitsch artwork, and presents for pets.
Q Store
5 Barony Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 6PD
Uncompromising and fully-licensed sex shop at the centre of Edinburgh's gay district. Don't say we didn't warn you.
Ragamuffin
278 Canongate,
Edinburgh,
EH8 8AA
Gorgeous, tactile knitwear for wool enthusiasts; stock includes several hard-to-find Scottish and European designers, and there's a quirky in-house label too.
The Record Shak
69 Clerk Street,
Edinburgh,
EH8 9JG
Simple, basic and excellent wee record shop with absolutely no attitude, selling a great selection of blues, rock, folk, reggae and jazz, mostly second hand. Will occasionally buy records too.
Red Dog Music
1 Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HY
One of the largest general music stores in the city, with over 5,000 square feet of electric guitars, bass guitars, acoustic guitars, keyboards, studio recording gear, computer music, lighting, pa equipment, percussion and loads more. All of the big…
Red Door Gallery
42 Victoria Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2JW
The best place to pick up artisan jewellery, prints, paintings, sculpture and completely individual greetings cards, all by local artists. Regularly changing exhibitions, lovely, friendly staff and a great selection of funky old lomo cameras if you're…
ReMade
147 North High Street, Musselburgh,
Edinburgh,
EH21 6AN
ReMade is a gallery shop, specialising in local sustainable design. Also fairtrade and vintage.
Royal Artizana
115 Leith Walk,
Edinburgh,
EH6 8NP
This small shop on Leith Walk sells artisan furniture and home accessories from all over the world. The goods sold at Royal Artizana are Fair Trade and 25% of profit goes to local charities. They have recently opened a specialist coffee shop to support…
Royal Mile Whiskies
379 High Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1PW
If you like a wee nip, specialist malt whisky retailers, Royal Mile Whiskies, should have you spoiled for choice. The diminutive shop, established in 1991 and joined by a London branch in 2002 can lay claim to having over 1000 malt whiskies and…
Rusty Zip
14 Teviot Place,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2QZ
The littlest vessel in the Armstrong's armada stocks better quality leather coats than its name might suggest. Smoother-than-thou retro pieces mingle with knick-knacks, including wigs, feather boas and novelty scarves. During August, it's handily…
Sam Thomas
18 Stafford Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 7BD
Sam Thomas is a vibrant clothes and accessories boutique in the heart of Edinburgh's West End. Labels include Nougat, Darling, French Connection, Great Plains, Sandwich, Noa Noa and Inwear. The shop also stocks a wide selection of own-label shoes and…
Scoosh
107 Bruntsfield Place,
Edinburgh,
EH10 4EQ
Pinky, frothy, girlie clothes and accessories for Bruntsfield's yummy mummies. Everything from high-fashion wellies to designer reductions, plus a handy wardrobe exchange so you can pick through your neighbours' couture jumble! The staff are…
