Founded in 1707, "Fortnum's" has been keeping London's poshest set - and even The Royal Family - supplied with tea, caviar, and champagne for over 3 centuries.
If you're in town for a special Royal occasion of any sort, Fortnum's definitely is the spot to find the best commemorative treasures, such as my Harry & Meghan commemorative wedding plate!
Founded in 1908 by Harry Gordon Selfridge, Selfridge's grew out of its namesake's 25 years of experience at Marshall Field's in Chicago, one of the leaders in the up-and-coming world of department stores.
If flower patterns and Tudor buildings are your thing - you'll be in heaven! The building is actually a 1920's Tudor revival renovation - and it's truly a gorgeous rendering.
Built in 1849, the Knightsbridge behemoth sells a wide-ranging variety of items - clothes, food, trinkets, jewelry, home goods, and everything in between.
Over-the-top luxury items are around every corner - they were feature a jewel-encrusted jaguar on our last visit.