Synopses & Reviews
"Gershman's may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike."
—The Washington Post
For over twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop London is easier to use and packed with more up-to-datelistings than ever before.
Inside you'll find:
The best of the shopping scene, from Knightsbridgefashions to Portobello Road antiques—plus colorfulmarkets, unique crafts, and more
Excellent values, from designer shoes and handbags to vintage clothes and home furnishings
Great gift ideas, even for a friend who has everything—plus the best gifts for less than $15
The best airfare, hotel, and dining values
For a global shoppingexperience, check out Suzy Gershman'sWhere to Buy the Best of Everything.
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Synopsis
Overnight visitors to London spend an average of $170 per day. In 2005 (the last year for which totals are available), London's tourism revenues totaled more than $30 billion.
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. 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. The
Born to Shop series, now over 25 years old, is translated into eight languages.
Suzy’s Where to Buy the Best of Everything: The Outspoken Guide for World Travelers and Online Shoppers, a guide to the best brands, stores and shopping destinations worldwide, will be published in March 2008.
Gershman is also the author of C’est La Vie (Viking and Penguin Paperback), the story of her first year as a widow living in Paris. She divides her time between her homes in San Antonio, San Diego, Provence, and the airport.
Suzy also leads shop and spa tours; contact [email protected] for details or go to www.suzygershman.com.
Table of Contents
To Start With.
1 The Best of London at a Glance.
2 London Details.
3 Sleeping & Eating in London.
4 Shopping Neighborhoods.
5 London Resources A to Z.
6 Health & Beauty.
7 Home Furnishings & Design Reources.
8 Alternative Retail.
9 Antiques, Used Books & Collectibles.
10 London Day Trips.
Size Conversion Chart.
Index.