Synopses & Reviews
"Gershmans may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike."
The Washington Post
For nearly twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the worlds best finds. Now Born to Shop London is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before.
Inside youll find:
- The best of the shopping scene, from world-class department stores and trendy boutiques to street markets and sample sales
- Excellent values, from antiques to Doc Martens
- Great gift ideas, even for a friend who has everythingplus the best gifts for less than $10
- The best airfare, hotel, and dining valuesso you can maximize your shopping dollars
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About the Author
Suzy Gershman is a journalist, author, and global-shopping goddess who has worked in the fashion and fiber industry for more than 25 years. The Born to Shop series, which is now 20 years old, is translated into eight languages, making Gershman an international expert on retail and trade. Her essays on retailing have been used by the Harvard School of Business; her reportage on travel and retail has appeared in
Travel & Leisure, Travel Holiday, Travel Weekly, and most of the major women’s magazines. She is translated into French for Condé Nast’s
Air France Madame magazine.
Gershman is the author of C’est La Vie (published by Viking), the story of her first year as a widow living in Paris. She divides her time between an apartment in Montmartre, a small house in Provence, and the airport.
Ethan Sunshine is a 24-year-old male model, rap star, and television journalist who specializes in trends. He joins the Born to Shop team with jersey number 3.
Jenny McCormick, 22, is a graduate student and part-time Born to Shop editorial assistant who reports on young women’s interests, fashions, and trends. She carries an expensive handbag.
Table of Contents
To Start With.
1. The Best of London at a Glance.
2. London Details.
3. Money Matters.
4. Eating & Sleeping in London.
5. Shopping Neighborhoods.
6. London Resources A to Z.
7. London Beauty.
8. Home Furnishings & Design Resources.
9. Antiques, Used Books & Collectibles.
10. London Shopping Tours.
Size Conversion Chart.
Index.