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John Lewis is a weird store for me to talk about. (Warning – I’m going to rant for two paragraphs in this John Lewis review) Now I am going pretty sure most of you will disagree with me here but I absolutely hate shopping in department stores.
Selfridge’s,
House of Fraser,
Debenhams and even
TK Max – I hate them.
Selfridge’s is perhaps the only one I can bear, Harrods is not too bad as well.
You’re probably wondering why I don’t like them. It’s pretty simple really. The layout of the stores themselves are pretty annoying. I’m looking at boss suits and then somehow I’m in Primark. Aside from the layout, the mini-stores inside department stores just don’t know what they’re selling, they never carry a lot of stock so sizes are very limited. My main problem however is just the lack of variety of styles as they generally try to have a little bit of everything.
John Lewis is a little bit different. I actually only buy Ted Baker & John Lewis Suits from John Lewis, I generally just don’t find the rest of their suits that special. The suits I do buy from them are pretty unique though. My favourite thing about John Lewis is being able to buy last seasons Ted Baker suits for almost half the price it was originally being sold.
I know I went on about the negatives of a department store but at the same time you can also get some great shirts, ties, socks and shoes from John Lewis. What I generally do is to go into the store and try on a whole outfit, regardless of whether I’m looking to get just a suit or a suit plus accessories.
Below are some of my favourites from John Lewis.
Kin by John Lewis Slim Fit Stamford Tonic Suit Jacket, Midnight Blue
Bertie Aston Leather and Suede Brogue Derby Shoes, Black
Dune Runway Patent Loafers, Black
Kin by John Lewis Mercer Knitted Tie, Navy
Gant Dot Diamond Silk Scarf, Midnight Sky
John Lewis Fleece Lined Leather Gloves, Black
Kin by John Lewis Reversible Belt, Black/Red