There is nowhere better for shopping than London. The diversity of shops available ensures that you can find something for every person you are buying for. Nonetheless, to make your shopping trip run more smoothly at this busy time of year take a look at some of the best shops in the capital city…

Floris

If you are struggling to decide on a new perfume or aftershave, and you want to make sure you get something different, then a trip to Floris is a great idea. Floris is a perfume store that sells beautiful old school fragrances. You can also pick up scented candles and home fragrances as well. The flapship store is situated in St James’, whilst there is a Floris boutique in Belgravia.

N.Peal

N.Peal is the shop to go to if you want to treat yourself or a loved one to something a bit special. You will find N.Peal in Mayfair, with six rooms dedicated, to ladies, mens, classics, fur and superfines. From the latest trends to the most exquisite materials, every item in the store boasts the utmost level of quality and style.

Paul A Young

Let’s face it, who doesn’t love a chocolate treat? There are several Paul A Young shops in London, including one in Soho, Bank and Islington. What makes this chocolate different is the fact that it is creative, with lots of different flavours and innovative treats to try. Plus, this store won the Best Sea Salted Caramel in the world, so you know you’ll have to buy some for yourself too.

Aria

Aria is a beautiful store for homeware and home accessories. They have a wealth of stunning table top accessories and such like for sale. You can choose between a wealth of different designs, styles and colours, yet one thing is for certain – no matter what item you buy you can be sure that it will be a statement piece. Moreover, it’s worth pointing out that the company sells items from a whole host of fantastic designers, such as Neusa Basso, Arne Jacobson, Emma Silvestris and Sanna Annukka. The store is situated in Islington.

Tatty Devine

Last but not least, we have Tatty Devine, which is situated in Shoreditch. This is a jewellery store that sells an array of contemporary and stylish designs. If you know someone who would like fashionable laser-cut Perspex jewellery, this is definitely the place to go.

So there you have it, five of the best shops in London, ensured to make your shopping experience easier and more enjoyable.