SHOPPING: London

The Shopping Capital of the World – rivalled only by New York - more department stores, more brands, more small specialised shops, crème de la crème or oddball, LONDON has it all.

For Christmas remember..

Joss Graham on Eccleston Street for ethnic jewellery, rugs, and kaftans – a souk in SW1. 

Harry Fane, 13 Duke Street, W1

Fulco Verdura - LionsPaw Shell Brooch - a man of talent, one of the funniest I have ever met

On Sloane Street – comfort and chic to tread the streets of anywhere from Edinburgh to Quito and Barcelona.

AND how about feather light garments or cashmere pullovers from Uniqlo? uniqlo.com

OR Victoria’s Secret check stores online, perfect presents for girlfriends, transgender friends or men who wear ladies knickers.