Stores to be seen in…

Or rather stalls to be seen at! Camden market in London has always been a must stop-shop. With eccentric dressers and wild haircuts (Mohican anyone?), Camden is one place where you can truly be yourself because anything goes!

Most people think the market is full of tat. But spend more time browsing through the quieter parts and you’ll find some special pieces.

The indoor part of the market has just been reopened and is full of stalls, selling classical vintage pieces, from fake fur coats to pussy-bow blouses. I found a stall outside, which had exquisite polka dot skirts to sheer emerald green blouses and vintage bags. It was, however, slightly pricer than other stalls, much to my disappointment as I wanted to buy it all!

My favourite find is a stall that is ran by three lovely Chinese women, bursting with dresses in all styles and colours for only £20 a piece. And they’re different! Instead of looking like a Topshop clone, you get individuality for your money with your own take on this season’s must-haves.

On the main street next to Camden market is a great shop called Echoo. This again has plenty of unusual dresses, some at only £5!

Another secret shopping place of mine is, Greenwich. Travelling there is a different experience too, using the Dockland Light railway (which has no driver), its above-ground so you get a good view of the Canary Wharf’s offices and the river.

The market there is full of stalls, selling home-made cards, jewellery, body creams and bags. I found one run by LauraLaura which had jumpers in bright colours, with lots of popular French slogans across the front. The high street is full of these say it yourself t-shirts and Topshop, River Island and New Look have some of the best but check out www.lauralaura.net for an original design of your own.

Outisde the market, head to Bullfrogs. This shop has so many quirky items in it and I always visit when there’s a sale on! Being inspired by Blair Waldorf of Gossip Girl, I left with a purple coat with bows on for £25, a lilac floaty dress for £15 and a see-through pink and black blouse for £10. I left proudly with bargains galore knowing that nobody else will look the same as me!