A department store can define you. The question is: Which one are you? Harrods or Harvey Nichols, Selfridges or Liberty? First ask yourself, which suits you best? If smothering yourself in the latest lotions and potions is your thing, you know you’d have to find yourself in Harvey’s. If drinks in a bar inspired by the constructivist art movement of the early 20th century sets your soul free, then you’ve come to the right place. ‘Harvey Nicks’ is West London’s premier department store.

The calmer climbs of Knightbridge beautifully frame this department store. The all inclusive fashionista’s pit-stop shop caters to all your sartorial, cosmetic and gastronomic needs; assuming you need to take body & soul on a shopping spree. All the latest fashion and fragrances, beauty and interior accessories, food and drinks are spread out at Harvey’s. In characterising the retail experiences of the core four, Harvey is younger than Harrods, but seemingly more masculine than Liberties, whilst Selfridges is in a league of its own, yet firing on all cylinders loses something in its overt accessibility.

At Harvey Nichols, you pay more for its youth and brash demureness. From its striking window displays and controversial ads, Harvey is characteristically bolder. Make your way from entering at the fragrance floor—carried in by alluring scents—to the apparel, shoes and bags, and finally end with a vodka martini—just dirty enough to stay sharp.