Guide to shopping around Oxford Street and Regent Street

Guide to shopping around Oxford Street and Regent Street

Everybody knows that Oxford Street and Regent Street are where you'll find numerous flagship stores from big name brands and high street giants. Whilst they're often the main draw to this area, you'll also find independent brands and exclusive boutiques in and around these well-known shopping streets. For the retail therapy highlights that you don't already know about, check out our guide to shopping around Oxford Street and Regent Street.

In this guide
  1. The best shopping around Oxford Street and Regent Street
    1. Läderach – Artisan chocolate from Switzerland
    2. Arabian Oud – Fine quality perfumes
    3. The East India Company – Historic tea and coffee merchants
    4. Red Wing Shoe Store – Smart and durable footwear
    5. Beyond Retro – Rummage for vintage style
    6. Church's – Timeless luxury shoes
    7. The Great Frog – Jewellery with an edge
    8. Ffern – Sought-after natural fragrances
    9. Selfridges – World-leading department store
    10. Vans Store – Top name in streetwear
    11. Arket – A slice of Scandi style
    12. OG Kicks – Iconic footwear store
    13. Emin + Paul – Locally-designed womenswear
    14. Grays Antiques – Antiques near Oxford Street
    15. Boggi Milano – Luxe fashion for men
    16. H.R. Higgins – Coffee merchants and café
    17. Reiss – Style at attainable prices

The best shopping around Oxford Street and Regent Street

Oxford street shops and Regent street shops

Läderach

Artisan chocolate from Switzerland

Treat yourself to Swiss chocolate at the Läderach store in Regent Street. This brand has been making artisan chocolate since the 60s. The modern store is decked out in chocolatey hues and there are plenty of chocolate treats to indulge in. Buy a huge tablet or try truffles, pralines, or other chocolate-based snacks.

Arabian Oud

Fine quality perfumes

Shop for unique fragrances from Saudi Arabia's largest perfumer at award-winning Arabian Oud. This elegant and luxurious store is full of tantalising fragrance and promises personal customer service. If you're looking for your own signature scent, something for your home, or a gift that's sure to impress, the products here are a great match.

The East India Company

Historic tea and coffee merchants

The history of The East India Company dates back to 1600. Visit this timeless store to shop for upmarket teas, coffees, and other treats, as well as gourmet hampers and gifts. Biscuits, chutneys, jams, chocolates, and global fine foods are stocked here. The timeless store is located just moments from bustling Oxford Street.

Red Wing Shoe Store

Smart and durable footwear

Just off Regent Street you'll find Red Wing Shoe Store. This traditional-looking shop sells reliable American work boots for men and women and has been making shoes for over 100 years. The space is clean and uncluttered and in-store you'll find timeless and functional footwear plus accessories, t-shirts, and products for shoe care.

Beyond Retro

Rummage for vintage style

Shop for vintage fashion at classic store Beyond Retro. What began in a London warehouse is now a thriving group of stores around the city. Get rummaging at this well-stocked store to find one-of-a-kind pieces and reworked garments that'll give you a style that's all your own.

Church's

Timeless luxury shoes

Church's in Regent Street is a renowned shoemaker that's been crafting luxury footwear since 1873. In the store you'll find smart styles for women and men, including wedding shoes. Accessories like belts, bags, and umbrellas are also in-stock. Just like the footwear, the store itself has a timeless appeal.

The Great Frog

Jewellery with an edge

A short walk from Regent Street you'll discover The Great Frog. This unique jeweller is a rock 'n' roll legend, crafting fine pieces with a wild edge. Jewellery, eyewear, and accessories are sold here for men and women. Big names to have worn this brand include Harry Styles and Jay-Z.

Ffern

Sought-after natural fragrances

Shop for exclusive organic and seasonal scents at Ffern's flagship store. At this unique space you're encouraged to linger and enjoy personalised service. The store is completely plastic-free and centres on regenerative design. This fragrance maker has a new release every season and in-store you can shop for archived scents and the current release.

Selfridges

World-leading department store

Voted the world's best department store, Selfridges is an iconic shopping destination in the area. You can easily spend hours exploring the departments here, with sections like fashion, shoes and bags, beauty, tech, and gifts. There are also a variety of drinking and dining options and in-store services like personal shopping and a cinema.

Vans Store

Top name in streetwear

Find footwear, clothing, and accessories from one of the UK's best-loved streetwear brands at Vans Store. This spacious store in Oxford Street offers footwear for men, women, and children, with classic designs sitting alongside limited edition looks. You can also shop for clothing and accessories like beanies, belts, sunglasses, and bags.

Arket

A slice of Scandi style

Arket brings Scandinavian style to London. Originally founded in Stockholm, this is a modern market for fashion, lifestyle products, and Nordic design that brings together style and functionality. Shop for clothing, homeware, and items for kids or visit the vegetarian café offering New Nordic cuisine made with ethical and seasonal produce.

OG Kicks

Iconic footwear store

OG Kicks opened in London in 2023 off the back of the iconic original Brighton store. This place is a leader in streetwear and sneakers, with new designs as well as pre-owned pairs. Everything gets authenticated by the store's expert staff so you can always buy with confidence. There's a strong community feel at this welcoming store.

Emin + Paul

Locally-designed womenswear

Emin + Paul's Soho store sits just off Regent Street. Shop here for fashion-forward womenswear by a local design duo. At this warm and inviting boutique you'll find clothing with flair and femininity that'll bring effortless contemporary style to your wardrobe. Fashion staples, statement pieces, and accessories are all sold here.

Grays Antiques

Antiques near Oxford Street

Beginning in 1964 as a pioneering antiques market, Grays Antiques has evolved into an atmospheric antiques centre home to a diverse collection of dealers. In the space you'll find antiques, fine jewellery, gemstones, and watches. Antiques fans love this place as somewhere to browse or to find that rare treasured item you're searching for.

Boggi Milano

Luxe fashion for men

Boggi Milano specialises in high-end Italian men's fashion. Clothing, accessories, and footwear are available here, ranging from wardrobe staples to smart tuxedos and formal wear. Innovation and sustainability are key to the brand, with the store being a slick and smart retail environment.

H.R. Higgins

Coffee merchants and café

At H.R. Higgins you can shop for fine loose-leaf teas and coffee as well as enjoy a hot drink in the basement coffee lounge. This shop has been supplying tea and coffee since 1942, offering products sourced from around the world. Take a look at the broad range of products and gifts sold here before sampling tea, coffee, cake, and pastries downstairs.

Reiss

Style at attainable prices

Reiss, a fashion label with multiple locations throughout London, is committed to a design approach that merges modern styles with classic appeal, catering to men, women, and children with luxurious yet affordable collections. Their boutiques offer a broad selection of clothing and shoes, including outerwear and accessories, and the brand also provides bespoke tailoring services.

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