London's Shops
Marylebone
14 New Cavendish St (off High St)
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David Mellor
A specialist design shop selling world-class British cutlery, handmade glassware, and functional kitchenware. It is known for its minimalist aesthetic and the work of its namesake designer.
David Mellor was a legendary British designer and silversmith. This shop, established to showcase his modern traditional vision, remains a primary destination for those seeking the pinnacle of British industrial design.
Sloane Avenue
76-82 Sloane Ave
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Daylesford Organic
A sustainable farm shop and cafe selling organic produce, artisanal cheeses, and high-end homeware. All food is sourced directly from their renowned organic farm in the Gloucestershire Cotswolds.
Daylesford brought the farm-to-fork philosophy to Chelsea in the early 2000s, providing a rustic, health-conscious sanctuary amidst the high-fashion boutiques and luxury galleries of Sloane Avenue.
Bond Street
46-50 Old Bond St
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De Beers
A luxury diamond jeweler specializing in ethical, high-quality engagement rings and high-jewelry collections. It is often described as a sanctuary for diamond enthusiasts.
Founded in 1888, De Beers coined the famous phrase A Diamond is Forever. They have been a dominant force on Old Bond Street for over a century.
Savile Row
10 Savile Row
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Dege & Skinner
A specialist in bespoke military uniforms, civilian tailoring, and shirt-making. They are one of the few tailors on the Row to still be entirely family-owned and operated.
Established in 1865, the firm holds several Royal Warrants and has famously created uniforms for the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and various ceremonial regiments for over 150 years.
Kings Road
267-277 King's Rd
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Designers Guild
A flagship showroom selling luxury upholstery, vibrant wallpapers, and high-end home accessories. It is known for its bold use of color and contemporary floral patterns in interior design.
Founded by Tricia Guild in 1970, this brand helped establish the King's Road as a premier global destination for interior designers and affluent homeowners seeking unique decor.
Covent Garden
Earlham Street
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Diesel
A massive flagship for the iconic Italian denim and lifestyle brand, featuring its latest runway collections and innovative jeans.
The store reflects Diesel’s edgy, alternative spirit, serving as a landmark for streetwear and high-fashion denim in Seven Dials.
Covent Garden
5 Henrietta St
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Din Tai Fung
A world-renowned Taiwanese restaurant selling signature xiao long bao (soup dumplings) and hearty noodle dishes. It features an open kitchen where diners can watch the handmade preparation.
Founded in Taipei in 1958, this brand gained a global cult following. This Henrietta Street site is one of their largest, bringing a high-tech, high-volume dining experience to London.
Covent Garden
Monmouth Street
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Dinny Hall
Independent British jewelry designer known for her modern, sculptural designs in gold and silver, featuring the Lotus and Bijou collections.
With over 35 years in the industry, Dinny Hall remains a key figure in the London jewelry scene, offering bespoke design services here.
Sloane Street
162-163 Sloane St
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Dior
A breathtaking multi-story boutique offering the full House of Dior experience, including feminine ready-to-wear, iconic Lady Dior bags, and a dedicated fine jewelry and watch section.
Following in the footsteps of Christian Dior’s 1947 New Look, this store represents the pinnacle of Parisian elegance on London’s most fashionable thoroughfare.
Bond Street
160 New Bond St
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Dior
A breathtaking multi-story flagship offering the full Dior universe, including the House of Dior boutique, haute couture, baby Dior, and high-end homeware collections.
Designed by Peter Marino, this store is one of the largest Dior boutiques in the world, blending high-fashion retail with a residential, Parisian-style architectural feel.
Battersea Power Station
Turbine Hall A
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Diptyque
Renowned French perfumery offering luxury scented candles, sophisticated home fragrances, and personal eau de parfums inspired by travel and nature, all presented in their iconic oval-labeled glass jars.
Founded in Paris in 1961 by three artists, Diptyque began as a fabric shop before evolving into a world-famous fragrance house celebrated for its artistic and olfactory creativity.
Covent Garden
Floral Street
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Diptyque
A premium Parisian perfumery offering luxury scented candles, personal fragrances, and home diffusers in their signature artistically-labeled oval glass jars.
Founded in 1961 by three artists, the brand evolved from a fabric shop into a global icon of olfactory art, with Floral Street being its London home.
Covent Garden
Upper St Martin's Lane
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Dishoom
A bustling homage to the Irani cafés of Bombay, serving legendary breakfast bacon naan rolls, black daal, and grills in a retro-futuristic 1960s Indian setting.
This was the original 2010 location that sparked the Dishoom phenomenon, designed to revive the communal and democratic dining culture of Bombay’s historic cafes.
Brompton Road
227-229 Brompton Rd
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Divertimenti
A specialist cookery shop selling professional-grade kitchen tools, high-end tableware, and artisanal gadgets. It also features a prestigious in-store cookery school for amateur and professional chefs.
Since 1963, Divertimenti has been London's premier destination for serious cooks. It moved to this larger South Kensington site to house its extensive collection of world-class culinary equipment.
Bond Street
6-8 Old Bond St
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Dolce & Gabbana
A sprawling Italian luxury flagship offering ornate ready-to-wear, accessories, and fine jewelry. It features a new Beauty Corner dedicated to high-end fragrances and makeup.
Founded in Milan in 1985, the designers have turned this Old Bond Street site into a showcase of Sicilian heritage, craftsmanship, and dramatic, red-carpet-worthy Italian fashion.
Carnaby Street
1st Floor, Kingly Court
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Donia
A modern Filipino restaurant offering refined takes on traditional dishes like lamb caldereta pie and prawn dumplings, blending Southeast Asian flavors with high-end European presentation.
Launched by the team behind Mamasons Dirty Ice Cream, Donia represents the new wave of Filipino gastronomy that has taken London's competitive food scene by storm.
Covent Garden
3 Henrietta St
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Doughnation
A modern pizzeria selling artisanal, hand-stretched pizzas with creative toppings. It is known for its light, airy crusts and commitment to donating a portion of profits to local charities.
Occupying the ground floor of a restored 1780s townhouse, this concept was launched to blend high-quality casual dining with a socially conscious giving back business model in Covent Garden.
Carnaby Street
48 Carnaby St
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Dr. Martens
A multi-level flagship for the iconic air-cushioned boot brand, featuring the full range of classic 1460s and a specialized boot customization station.
The brand evolved from a 1960s workwear staple into a global symbol of rebellion; this store sits in the heart of the district where punk was born.
Savile Row
9 Savile Row
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Drake's
A stylish boutique selling relaxed tailoring, handmade silk ties, and everyday luxury garments like chore jackets and knitwear, focusing on a comfortable, artistic interpretation of British style.
Founded in East London in 1977 as a tie-maker, Drake's moved to Savile Row to bridge the gap between classic bespoke tailoring and modern, wearable menswear.
Old Brompton Road
148 Old Brompton Rd
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Duke of Clarence
A cozy, traditional gastropub selling seasonal British dishes, juicy burgers, and real ales. It is a popular spot for watching live sport on large screens in a relaxed environment.
This pub underwent a significant royal makeover to cater to the affluent local demographic, repositioning itself as a premium neighborhood local while maintaining its historic, welcoming pub roots.
Covent Garden
3 Henrietta St
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El Ta’koy
A vibrant Hawaiian-inspired Tiki restaurant selling poke bowls, tacos, and tropical cocktails. It features a lush, colorful interior that contrasts with the historic architecture of the building.
Created by Chef Luis Pous, this venue brings the flavors of the Pacific and Caribbean to London, inspired by his travels and a desire to provide a high-energy island escape.