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Daunt Books - this local Edwardian landmark is as much library as it is bookstore

Daunt Books

Exceptionally well-stocked and beautifully laid out, this local Edwardian landmark is as much library as it is bookstore. With its long oak galleries and elegant skylights, it’s the sort of place you could while away an afternoon, browsing, reading, discovering. Be it fiction or non-fiction, contemporary or classic, there’s plenty here to rekindle and nourish a love of the written word. The store’s regular events and author talks are an added draw to this literary haven, the flagship of what has become a cult classic among London’s intelligentsia.     

Daunt Books, 83 Marylebone High St, London W1U 4QW

dauntbooks.co.uk 

Cross

The Cross

Nestled in the heart of Marylebone, The Cross is a charming lifestyle store brimming with homeware, clothing, and gifts. You'll discover an assortment of beautiful items, from artisanal home decorations to carefully curated fashion pieces. It's a place where you can easily lose track of time, exploring the eclectic mix of products that make it a delightful shopping destination.

The Cross, 141 New Cavendish St, London W1W 6YF

thecrossshop.co.uk

The Kooples

The Kooples

If you're seeking contemporary fashion with a rock 'n' roll edge, The Kooples is the place to explore. Located just a short walk from The Marylebone Hotel, this boutique offers a range of stylish clothing and accessories for both men and women. With a blend of edgy and chic designs, it's the ideal spot to find a distinctive outfit that's both fashionable and unique.

The Kooples, 77 Marylebone High St, London W1U 5JX

thekooples.com

Diptyque

Diptyque

The first Diptyque store opened in Paris in 1961, since when the brand has cornered a unique space in the world of personal and home fragrance with a supremely upscale collection of candles, perfumes and bath and body kit. All its products harness the power nature through the use of rare raw materials in fragrances and a blend of first-class waxes in candles. Its Marylebone boutique is typically stylish, and allows customers to compose their own olfactory creation by blending from Diptyque’s existing range.

Diptyque, 107 New Bond Street, W1S 1ED

diptyqueparis.com