SHOPPING - Bermuda 2012 - page 173

Swiss Timing All the best names in Swiss watchmaking are found here, including
Rodania, Certina, Oris, and Zenith, along with a selection of semiprecious jewelry,
gold chains, and bracelets. 95 Front St. & 441/295-1376.
Walker Christopher Goldsmiths For the past decade or so, the Bermudian
magazine has cited this goldsmith for selling the finest jewelry on the island. The
shop showcases everything from classic diamond bands to strands of South Sea pearls
to modern hand-hammered chokers. The store also carries a collection of rare
coins—gold doubloons and silver “pieces of eight” salvaged from sunken galleons, as
well as Greek and Roman coins that can be mounted and worn as pendants, earrings,
and cuff links. Even Egyptian artifacts have been transformed into wearable art.
Customers who have their own design in mind can work with a master jeweler to craft
a one-of-a-kind piece. The on-site workshop also produces Bermuda-inspired gold
jewelry and sterling silver Christmas ornaments. 9 & 69 Front St. & 441/295-1466. www.
walkerchristopher.com.
LEATHER GOODS
The Harbourmaster This is your best bet for luggage and leather goods. These
value items are from Colombia and are often sold at prices that are lower than in the
United States. There are more expensive leather goods from Italy (such as handbags),
plus an extensive collection of wallets, and nylon and canvas tote bags. The shop also
stocks travel accessories, including luggage carts. Washington Mall. & 441/295-5333.
Lusso More high-end than many of the other stores selling mostly women's purses,
handbags, suitcases, shoes, and perfume, this is a store that causes trend-conscious
materialists on Bermuda to actually salivate upon mention of its name. Brands it car-
ries read like a Who's Who from a recent edition of Vogue: Fendi, Prada, Ferragamo,
and Jimmy Choo. 49 Front St. in Hamilton. & 441/295-2672.
LINENS
The Irish Linen Shop At Heyl's Corner, near the “Birdcage” police officer post,
this is the biggest distributor of luxury bed linens in Bermuda. Inventories include
pure linen tablecloths from Ireland, and bed sheets and tablecloths from Souleiado
of Provence and from other purveyors of luxury bed- and table-linens from around the
world. The owners go to Europe twice a year and bring back exceptional items such
as Madeira hand embroidery and Belgian lace. You can often save as much as 50%
over American prices. 31 Front St. (at Queen St.). & 441/295-4089.
LIQUOR & LIQUEURS
You are allowed to take what U.S. Customs calls a “reasonable amount” of liquor from
Bermuda to the United States. There is a duty-free allowance, but you merely pay
overage to U.S. Customs at the airport (see “Last-Minute Purchases,” at the end of
this chapter). Even with the duty, prices are often lower than those in the States.
Burrows, Lightbourn Ltd. This is the best and most comprehensive liquor store
in Bermuda, with a wide array of spirits in various price ranges. You can put together
your own package of Bermuda liquors at in-bond or duty-free prices. The store will
deliver your packages to the airport or to your ship. E. Broadway in downtown Hamilton.
& 441/295-1554. There are additional locations at Harbour Rd. in Paget Parish, & 441/236-0355; at
Water St. in St. George's, & 441/297-0552; and at the airport.
Gosling Brothers, Ltd. The leading competitor of Burrows, Gosling has been
selling liquor on Bermuda since 1806. One of their best-sellers is Gosling's Black Seal

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