Harrods

Last week a friend and I took a trip down to Harrods in Knightsbridge, I know straight away what you are thinking, that this goes against the ethos and promise of my blog- to give to tip on achievable culture and places to go around town- which seems like the opposite of Harrods.

Famed for its high end, designer fashion and luxury items, at first glance this would not appeal to us bargain hunters. But Harrods has excelled my expectations and original thoughts.

When I left Harrods, the impression that I was left with was that it was not just a high end department store; it was a living, up to date museum.

For me, the clothes were not to be purchased, but to be looked at and admired. It’s like being in a museum that is up to date with the latest trends and fashions, not just one that focuses in the past. 

Yes I was sad that I could not afford a darling Chloe jacket, or  a beautiful gold embellished number, but what I did love was the ideas and inspiration it gave me. You can see and touch what is in fashion, feel it not just see it in a magazine.

                    “Omnia Omnibus Ubique—All Things for All People, Everywhere”

Is the motto that Harrods lives by, and I think that is a great one! Harrods has something that will interest everyone.  Even if you hate shopping, and clothes, there is a floor that you will find to suit you.  From the clothes, shoes, gadgets, furniture, history, and endless amounts of food, there is something for everyone. My housemate Alex, really liked the movie and celebrity memorabilia in the ‘World Famous’ floor.

The department had signatures, memorabilia and documents signed by everyone from the American Presidents, to Albert Einstein to Michael Jackson. Harrods has a little bit of everything to interest everyone.

So know I have told you how great it is inside, now all you now need to know is; it’s free!

Just hop on a train and enjoy what London has to offer!