London: Shopping

Camden Town Get in touch with your inner Goth among the funky vintage shops, galleries, and open-air markets of this student-popular North London enclave. Camden Town; www.camdentown.co.uk
gallery | market | vintage

Harrod's Dress to impress or risk getting turned away from the ruling monarch of high-end London department stores; the gourmet food court alone is worth a visit. Knightsbridge; 87-135 Brompton Rd.; 011-44-207-730-1234; www.harrods.com
womenswear | department store | menswear

Oxford Street High-end department store Selfridges rubs elbows with U.S. chains, budget-minded Topshop, and 300 other consumer-friendly spots in Europe's largest shopping district. West End; www.oxfordstreet.co.uk
designer | department store | boutiques

Portobello Road A dizzying array of vintage collectibles for sale six days a week and site of the world's largest antique market on Saturdays. Notting Hill; www.portobelloroad.co.uk
market | vintage | antiques

Spitalfields Market Dating to 1638, this sprawling marketplace explodes on weekends with art-and-fashion-minded shoppers; an international food village provides tasty sustenance. Spitalfields; 105a Commercial St.; www.visitspitalfields.com
market | accessories | speciality

The Laden Showroom Want some original threads that won't break the bank? This hip boutique showcases more than 45 up-and-coming designers. Shoreditch; 103 Brick Lane; 011-44-207-247-2431; www.laden.co.uk
boutique | designer