The count down for ages to see Harvey Nichols in Edinburgh open was finally coming to an end. After weeks of hearing about it finally the day had come for the open day. I didn't go the first day though because it would be too busy and I hate going on the first day. I went about a week and a ... Read review
Advantages: great clothes, brilliant selection of clothes, great atmosphere no pressure Disadvantages: I need some money
...down for ages to see Harvey Nichols in Edinburgh open was finally coming to an end. After weeks of hearing about it finally the day had come for the open day. I didn't go the first day though because it would be too busy and I hate going on the first day. I went about a week and a half later thinking it would calm down but no, still mile long queues which could take up to 20 minutes to get in. I was in a rush and couldn't wait in the heat to get ... ...heat but Scotland can have it's Autumn summer days.
After about a month of being open I went back again but then I remembered all of the celebrities would be there because it was the official open day, no luck for me. I was going to stay to see Ewan McGregor and I could have been second in the queue behind a girl who looked as if she had been sitting there all day but I went away because I wouldn't really see anyone.
The count down for ages to see Harvey Nichols in Edinburgh open was finally coming to an end. After weeks of hearing about it finally the day had come for the open day. I didn't go the first day though because it would be too busy and I hate going on the first day. I went about a week and a half later thinking it would calm down but no, still mile long queues which could take up to 20 minutes to get in. I was in a rush and couldn't wait in the heat to get in. I know it may sound strange when I say heat but Scotland can have it's Autumn summer days.
After about a month of being open I went back again but then I remembered all of the celebrities would be there because it was the official open day, no luck for me. I was going to stay to see Ewan McGregor and I could have been second in the queue behind a girl who looked as if she had been sitting there all day but I went away because I wouldn't really see anyone.
Today I was going to give up but it looked like no queues and I was right so today after a month of waiting I finally got in. The door man welcomed me in and then another door was opened for me, a very pleasant atmosphere.
I went in and as soon as I walked in the bright lights lit up the many brand names and bottles around me. The smart dressed assistants all behind their make up and perfume counters. I couldn't believe it finally there is a MAC make up stall in Edinburgh, no more going to Glasgow for my MAC make up. There are also many other brands but I only had 10 minutes to look around because it was closing so I was rushing around. There perfume was nice with all of the bottles on display to test the names that caught my eye were Fendi, Gucci and Prada etc. There were also sunglasses down here and I was needing to buy some so I will be going back and the styles were all gorgeous.
I had to quickly get a look so I went onto the escalators and the first floor was menswear which obiously didn't interest me so I moved on up the escalator to the womenswear. There were many names I recognised and some I didn't but the first names I started to look at were Yves Saint Laurent, Chloe, Polo Ralph Lauren, Moschino, Prada, DKNY, so many and I have now got a list of what I am going to be buying. Oh and before I forget there were shoes on this level which were really nice I loved the Jimmy Choos and there Gucci shoes also Prada and Sergio Rossi
Up another level and another womenswear floor this time the names tended to be more sportswear designed or just more casual instead of fancy. Here there was Juicy Couture, Valentino, DKNY Sportswear, Diesel, Whistles and some other nice clothes but names I haven't really heard of. All of these were in their own little areas and displayed very nice a classy appearance.
By this point the tannoy was reporting that the shop was closing but the caffeteria would be open. I had to go downstairs and when on the escalator I noticed there was a personal shopper section. There were also Stella McCartner and Alexander McQueen items which I didn't get to look at unfortunately but I will be back!
Once getting nearer to the exit the door was opened again for me and out of the shop I went. My opinion of the shop was that I want to go again but not feel so rushed and I want to go in an buy something because otherwise I feel they will always think I never have the money.
This was a great idea for Edinburgh and there are many names inside that the city has never had so it is great. There are so many beautiful items of clothing in there and I am saving up already. Obviously some clothes are more affordable than others but they could be bought. I cannot wait until my next visit.
Advantages: Great free night out Disadvantages: Pricey!
...is now several years since Harvey Nichols opened its Leeds store, there was a great deal of excitement and people rushed to see what the fuss was all about.
This is a high class store which is situated in the heart of Leeds City Centre's main shopping street, Briggate. From the outside it looks very plush, with uniformed doormen opening the doors as you enter.
Once inside the quality of the goods on display is reflected in their prices, not somewhere ... ...plus you get a posh Harvey Nicks carrier bag to take your purchase home in. They have a good selection of teas and at Christmas they have some very good gift ideas. Last Christmas I bought a tin of biscuits for a relative and she was delighted to have something bought from this posh shop!!! I began to think she would have been pleased with only the tin, the biscuits being incidental!!!
I have never been in the other Harvey Nichols stores so don't ...
inejenn 09.02.2007
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Advantages: Feel glamourous just stepping inside Disadvantages: Over priced, Under stocked
...the main character going to Harvey Nicks for some good old retail therapy. I've also heard many references to it in the same breath as Harrod's but never the inkling about what it might be like to experience in person. So I went to check it out. It is a shoppers paradise, but it is also a strictly a 'person with money's paradise! It is five floors of boutique style displays holding three dresses each, none over size eight. It is brightly lit, brilliantly ... ...the highest of trendy labels, Harvey Nichols goes one step further and doesn't sell anything worth less than £150. That is an exaggeration, but I understand that unless I can ever afford to live in Knightsbridge, I will not be able to afford Harvey Nichols. It is all relative of course regarding how much money one likes to spend in any one place on any particular item, and although I make a nice enough salary, I would rather afford rent each month ...
NoLogoGirl 21.08.2001
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Advantages: Five floors of shopping paradise Disadvantages: Only available in London or Leeds
Harvey Nichols (or Harvey Nicks to the cool and trendy) is five floors of a shopaholic's paradise.
On the ground floor, you have make-up consessions, jewellery, and accessories department which has handbags, sunglasses, purses, etc.
Going up you have all your usual departments that you find in department stores, but with classy items to die for.
On the fifth floor you will find the ladies powder room, complete with selection of toiletries and ... ...coffee, chocolates, etc.
The Harvey Nicks restaurant can also be found on the fifth floor - but to be honest I found it a bit of a disappointment. The place was like a cattle-market, noisy and over-crowded; the service wasn't too good; and the menu totally over-priced.
The building itself is lovely - it looks very small from the outside but has a tardis effect - there is plenty of room to shop till you drop. ...
Doolally-Tap 12.11.2000
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Advantages: classic shopping Disadvantages: too crowded
Retail therapy at Harvey Nichols used to be an exclusive shopping experience. It is no longer.
Yes, it is a classic building in fashionable knightsbridge, but as a serious shopaholic with a budget to match, I no longer feel at home.
The place is now teeming with tourists, who crowd out the once elegant departments. I blame the TV show "Absolutely Fabulous" which has popularised the name of "Harvey Nicks". I do actually enjoy the programme, so this ... ...the cashiers, and no longer able to enjoy a peaceful coffee in the restaurants.
I'm sure Harvey Nichols are delighted with the free publicity and extra custom. But I long for the more dignified, crowd free atmosphere pre-Patsy!
Perhaps it is time to cancel my charge card? ...
maryjo 14.09.2001
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