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Whistles
FASHION
Crisp white and hot pink decor sets off the racks of designer clothes for women in this
branch of the well-known London-based store. Lots of little black dresses here - just the
place if you're looking for something a little more formal for that special occasion - as
well as quirky and offbeat styles.
( 226 4398;
www.whistles.co.uk
;
97 George St;
10am-6pm Mon-Wed, Fri & Sat, to 7pm Thu, noon-5pm Sun;
19, 36, 37, 41, 47)
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Fopp
Despite the financial ups and downs of parent company HMV, the classic Fopp record
store continues as one of Edinburgh's best places to hunt for cheap CDs and vinyl, and the
friendly staff really know what they're talking about.
( 220 0310; 7 Rose St;
9.30am-7pm Mon-Sat, 11am-6pm Sun;
MUSIC
all Princes St buses)
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Jo Malone
This sweet-smelling palace of posh cosmetics has instore experts offering a 'fragrance-
combining' consultation that will allow you to choose your perfect perfume, along with a
range of other scents to 'layer' over it. Try the original nutmeg and ginger bath oil that
made Ms Malone famous, or other intriguing combinations such as lime, basil and man-
darin, or amber and lavender.
( 478 8555;
www.jomalone.co.uk
; 93 George St;
BEAUTY
10am-6pm
Mon-Wed, to 7pm Thu, 9.30am-6pm Fri & Sat, noon-5pm Sun;
19, 36, 37, 41)
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Palenque
Palenque is a treasure trove of contemporary silver jewellery and handcrafted accessories
made using ceramics, textiles and metalwork.
(
www.palenquejewellery.co.uk
;
99 Rose St;
all Princes St buses)
JEWELLERY
