Customer service is really important to me, and if I have had a good (or bad!) experience I like to share it. There are some shops I refuse to set foot in due to poor service or care.
I have decided to compile a shopping directory of any places I mention positively on Computergirl's Musings. These are all places I feel I have have a good retail experience with and can recommend! Let's face it, we all love a bit of retail therapy!
I have decided to compile a shopping directory of any places I mention positively on Computergirl's Musings. These are all places I feel I have have a good retail experience with and can recommend! Let's face it, we all love a bit of retail therapy!
MAKEUP AND BEAUTY PRODUCTS!
E.L.F. Cosmetics: Great affordable cosmetics and accessories. Studio brushes are good!
AVEDA: Ethical and sustainable products. The lip glazes are lovelyBeauty Bay: Brands include OPI, Stila, Urban Decay, MD Formulations etc. Free UK Delivery.
Zuneta: Brands include Nude, RBR, Caudalie, Essie etc. Free UK Delivery and Free international delivery on orders over £65!
Debenhams Beauty: You can collect points while shopping online! Brands include YSL, Lancome, Clinique, MAC, Chanel etc. FREE delivery with the code SHBC.
House of Fraser: Department store with the main brands. YSL, Estee Lauder, Chanel, Lancom, Guerlain, Laura Mercier, MAC etc! AND you can collect points. Free delivery with buy and collect or from £3 otherwise.
Enchanted Beauty Spot on Ebay: Lots of beauty bargains, and great service.
Discount2020 on Ebay: For discount makeup including OPI.
BATH AND SKINCARE!
Lush: Handmade, ethical bath and skincare products. Great customer service. Vegan.
Aromatherapy Associates: Packed full of essential oils. Turns your bathroom into a spa.
SpaceNK: Range includes Emma Hardie, Eve Lom, By Terry, Nude etc
CLOTHES!
French Connection: Great for 'taller' people. Elegant pieces at upper end of affordable prices.
Reiss: Upper end of afforable, but elegant dresses and pieces for a bit of glamour.
Oasis: Simple vintage inspired pieces at affordable prices.
Miss Selfridge: Not great for the taller girl, but some nice pieces. Great Jewellery.
Topshop: So much more than tops! Plain and quirky pieces. Good shoes.
House of Fraser: Department store. Online has a great selection of brands including French Connection, Mango, Coast etc. You can also accidentally chuck in a Chanel lipstick with your cardigan purchase ;)
The Outnet: Designer gear and cheap(er) prices. Some good investments.
ASOS: Brand like River Island, Elizabeth and James, Vero Moda etc plus FREE Delivery. The ASOS own branding sizes can be a little odd though so ready the sizing chart!
SHOES!
Clarks Shoes: Because their shoes are good for feet. I can easily wear them all day.
Jones Bootmaker: Lovely styles, very wearable.
New Look: Cheaper shoes, fashion choices, some very long lasting!
Selfridges: A department store with a fantastic range of shoes including designer brands. Good Sales!
HANDMADE AND VINTAGE!
Bang on vintage: Gorgeous 1 off pieces from 1940's, 50's, 60's and 70's. Clothing and accessories!
Lovelys Vintage Emporium: One off pieces, as sourced by a magazine fashion and beauty director and editor.
Etsy: A bunch of handmade sellers. Goregeous items.
GENERAL!
Bang on vintage: Gorgeous 1 off pieces from 1940's, 50's, 60's and 70's. Clothing and accessories!
Lovelys Vintage Emporium: One off pieces, as sourced by a magazine fashion and beauty director and editor.
Etsy: A bunch of handmade sellers. Goregeous items.
GENERAL!
Ebay: New and Vintage EVERYTHING!
Amazon: Electronics, books, makeup, DVDs etc!
itunes: For music, podcasts, games and apps for phones and computers.
itunes: For music, podcasts, games and apps for phones and computers.
That is all for now, but I will be adding some more over time. Keep checking back for more recommendations of good places to shop!
