FASHION PROMO
Top 10 boutiques in Surrey
Surrey has it all, apart from golden beaches that is. You can find the prettiest of English villages, vibrant towns, vineyards, stunning scenery, hills and valleys (ok not the Alps), fantastic schools and even the Chelsea Football Club training ground. But for any place worth its salt it has to have fantastic independent shops and fashion is at the top of many of our lists for great shopping. See our top picks for fantastic boutiques selling amazing brands and even designer pre-loved luxury. Courtyard, Guildford
The Gate Boutique, Guildford
Courtyard has built up a great reputation over the 20 years since it first opened in Angel Gate, and in 2017 won the Best Julia Jaconell in her boutique Independent Womenswear Store in the UK award. Owner Julia Jaconelli likes to discover sustainable and ethically made brands that are loved by all ages and she is great at sourcing new up-and-coming designers as well as stocking more well known collections such as 120% Lino, Riani, Luisa Cerano, Rails, Essentiel Antwerp, Dea Kudibal and Cecilie Copenhagen. There is also cashmere by Henry Christ, 360 Sweater and Van Kukil, beautiful bags by Tissa Fonteneda and Campo Maggi and shoes by Kennel and Schmenger and Pons Quintana. This is a store for understated luxury clothing.
The Gate is run by fashion entrepreneur, Liz Trendle, who has over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry. The Gate Boutique has long been one of the top style destinations for women in Surrey and prides itself on its handpicked collections, such as Liz Trendle, Paige, Day Birger et The Gate Boutique Mikkelsen and Velvet, as well as hidden gem designers including By Malina, Birgitte Herskind and Kori, all uncovered by owner Liz and her expert team. Personal service is on top of their priorities and with a team of four stylists they create a friendly and professional boutique experience. The Gate offers customers trusted styling advice and service.
courtyarduk.co.uk
thegateboutique.co.uk
Bag by Tissa Fonteneda
Devotion Aztec Ella Dress £239
read more at darlingmagazine.co.uk summer 2021
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