Why Stay and Shop?

There's never been a better time to stay and shop in London. With widespread discounting across all shopping centres and so many bargains to be found in London stores, 2012 is a great year for a visit. Europeans in the know are making so many short trips, it's no wonder some of the capital's shopping centres are receiving record numbers of visitors. But hurry - these favourable Euro/Stirling exchange rates can't last forever.

If you're in London this week, don't miss:

Valentines Day gifts

Wishing you a great St. Valentines Day 2012. Our round up of romantic gifts starts with this 450gm box of chocolate truffles (£50) designed by Vivienne Westwood for Fortnum & Mason. For those with slightly smaller pockets, there are Valentine chocolate bars (£12.50) or a box of Passionate Hearts for £4.50. Visit Fortnum & Mason at 181 Piccadilly, London, W1A 1ER (nearest tube: Green Park). more

A selection from Harvey Nichols

For a really unusual gift that won't break the bank, find the Case Scenario pink Pantone phone cover for 4G Iphone at Harvey Nichols for £29.99. They have a huge selection of lovely presents for men and women, including stunning Masako pumps in red/pink satin with 15cm heels by Charlotte Olympia (£550), red leather trainers for men by Alexander McQueen (£420), original pink gin by Edgerton (700ml...more

Swarovski heart USB

This funky accessory is both a necklace and a USB memory stick! Hanging on a stainless steel chain, the red silicon heart holds a heart-shaped 4GB USB key encrusted with 54 Indian Siam crystals. At £56, it's practical as well as romantic. Also available in violet, pink, black and blue. From Swarovski stores across London, including 411 Oxford Street, London, W1C 2PB (nearest tube: Bond Street), ...more

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This week's featured shopping centre

One New Change

With sixty stores on three floors, Land Securities' One New Change shopping mall, which opened in late October, has brought all the top retail brands to the City of London....more

When I get home

Take another look at some of the clothes, shoes and gifts you missed when you were in London. 

We visit all the sites that can deliver outside the UK and select some great fashion items for you to buy online.  Whether it’s contemporary, vintage, smart or casual, you’ll get unusual, beautiful looks that will be the envy of your friends.  Mix and match what you find here with items you buy locally....more'