Shopping on King’s Road, Chelsea

King’s Road is named after King Charles II, as this was his private thoroughfare between Whitehall and Hampton Court Palace. During the swinging 1960s and punk-fuelled 1970s, this area enjoyed its share of lively scenes. Fast forward to the 21st century, this area still retains its cool quotient and is now full of famous faces and some of the best places to eat and shop in London. The following list includes some of the best places to shop in and around Chelsea’s pride – the King’s Road.

Habitat

Habitat is an upbeat, modern and trendy brand that sells its own furniture, rugs, lighting, tableware and other home accessories. Recipients of multiple design awards, their prices are surprisingly sensible, in spite of housing designer pieces sourced from all over the world.

Address: 208 King’s Road, London SW3 5XP
Tel: 0344 499 1144
Website: www.habitat.co.uk/
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

Peter Jones

With glass, glamour and light, Peter Jones’ department store on Sloane Square (which leads onto King’s Road) reigns supreme. With soaring escalators and dramatic balconies, shopping in this seven-storey structure is a thrilling experience with fashion, furnishings, homeware, electronics, haberdashery and much more.

Address: Sloane Square, London SW1W 8EL
Tel: 0207 730 3434
Website: www.peterjones.co.uk
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

Saatchi Gallery

This gallery has been influencing art in Britain since its opening. For contemporary art, it has experienced broad critical reaction. Many of the artists shown here are unknown even to the art world, as a result of which, it has launched the careers of many artists.

Address: Duke of York’s HQ, King’s Road, London SW3 4RY
Website: www.saatchigallery.com/
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

Yves Delorme

Yves Delorme’s rich heritage dates back to 1845, over six generations. Formally established as a company in 1980, Yves Delorme produces some of the finest bed and bath linen, not only in London, but across the world.

Address: 1 Ellis Street (off Sloane Street), London SW1X 9AL
Tel: 0207 730 3435
Website: www.yvesdelormeparis.com/en/
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

Muji

This Japanese brand specialises in recycled bed linen, slippers, T-shirts and socks. It also uses recycled glass to make cool vases and flasks, and recycled cards for a neat photo frames with a ready-to-post envelope. It’s calm, no-frills answer to fashion, furniture, furnishings and storage is a refreshing change from conventional philosophies.

Address: 118-118A King’s Road, London SW3 4TR
Tel: 0207 823 8688
Website: www.muji.eu/
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

Zara Home

Zara is a brand synonymous for its cutting-edge fashion styles. It offers stylish women’s, men’s and children’s clothing and accessories. Their range of basic designs are carried over from year to year, but some fashion-forward styles can fly off the shelves in less than a month.

Address: 65 Duke of York Square, King’s Road, London SW3 4LY
Tel: 0207 901 8730
Website: www.zarahome.com/
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

India Jane

Situated in the heart of Chelsea and spread out across four levels, India Jane reveals itself in stages and offers a peaceful sanctuary from the hustle of the city. It houses striking collections of furniture, designer lighting and soft furnishes to help you create your dream home.

Address: 121 King’s Road, London SW3 4PL
Tel: 0207 351 9940
Website: www.indiajane.co.uk/121-kings-road
Nearest tube station: South Kensington/Sloane Square

Anthropologie

This US brand, established in 1992, currently operates in the US, UK and Canada. They take inspiration from the worlds of fashion, art and entertainment. For those seeking a complete lifestyle change, head over to Anthropologie and browse through their collections of clothing, accessories, gifts and home decor.

Address: 131-141 King’s Road, London SW3 4PW
Tel: 0207 349 3110
Website: www.anthropologie.com/uk/en/
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

Proud Chelsea

This art gallery brings top-notch rock ‘n’ roll photography to the heart of King’s Road. This conventional photo gallery is the place to go for a black and white iconic prints of your favourite band or artist in action. You will often find rare photographs of famous bands in a different light.

Address: 161 King’s Road, London SW3 5XP
Tel: 0207 349 0822
Website: www.proudonline.co.uk
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

The Holding Company

The Holding Company specialises in providing stunning ideas for storing and organising your home. Whether you want contemporary or traditional, functional and stylish, or simplistic designs, The Holding Company has it. Don’t believe us? Head down there now and see for yourself!

Address: 124 King’s Road, London SW3 4TR
Tel: 0207 581 1800
Website: www.theholdingcompany.co.uk
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

Northcote Gallery

This London art gallery specialises in modern British and international contemporary paintings and sculptures. Their flagship exhibition space on King’s Road has successfully placed works of famous artists in private collections all around the world. Eric Clapton, Howard Donald, Anthony Howell and the Rothschild family have all collected artwork from this prestigious space.

Address: 253 King’s Road, London SW3 5EL
Tel: 0207 351 0830
Website: www.northcotegallery.com
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

Green and Stone

Established in 1927, this is one of the oldest establishments on King’s Road. This delightful old-fashioned store is one of the biggest retailers of fine art materials in Europe. Their hand-made frames are the foremost in London. There is always something for those who want to begin to draw or paint. It is also an inspiration for those who walk in without a specific agenda.

Address: 259 King’s Road, London SW3 5EL
Tel: 0207 352 0837
Website: www.greenandstone.com
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

Designers Guild

Designers Guild has exclusive upholstery that is designed and manufactured in the UK and Italy. Head to their store for antique and vintage furniture sourced from France, Italy and Scandinavia. They also offer an extensive array of vintage accessories and gifts sourced from around the world, including tableware, linen, glassware, jewellery, bath products and much more!

Address: 265-277 King’s Road, London SW3 5EN
Tel: 0207 893 7400
Website: www.designersguild.com
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

Camerich

Nestled behind Designers Guild and Osborne & Little, this store is an interior designer’s favourite. Their contemporary furniture display features a variety of sofa configurations, as well as dining and storage options.

Address: 279 King’s Road, London SW3 5EW
Tel: 0207 751 5936
Website: www.camerich.co.uk
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

Limelight Movie Art

This poster shop is a must-visit venue for movie buffs or collectors of vintage celluloid memorabilia, along with nostalgia browsers. They stock original movie artwork from all over the world. Avid collectors often come down here looking for the works of graphic artists such as Saul Bass (Anatomy of a Murder, Exodus) and Ercole Brini.

Address: 313 King’s Road, London SW3 5EP
Tel: 0207 751 5584
Website: www.limelightmovieart.com
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

The Shop at Bluebird

This 10,000 square foot space offers a broad selection of designer clothing, shoes, accessories, books, music and even furniture. From wide ranging fashion, to trendy range of prints, this store has something for everyone. Also, unwind in their in-house spa with a variety of treatments.

Address: 350 King’s Road, London SW3 5UU
Tel: 0207 351 3873
Website: www.theshopatbluebird.com
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

Osborne & Little

Osborne & Little have quite a prestigious reputation. They were among the few brands included in a Victoria and Albert Museum exhibition in 2012. This British manufacturer and retailer of upmarket wallpaper and fabrics has expanded to several mainland European countries, as well as the US.

Address: 304 King’s Road, London SW3 5UH
Tel: 0208 812 3123
Website: www.osborneandlittle.com
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

William Yeoward

William Yeoward provides some of the most upmarket and high-end furnishings in London. A highly reputed name in the industry, you can shop for some of the best furniture, furnishings and accessories at this showroom.

Address: 270 King’s Road, London SW3 5AW
Tel: 0207 349 7828
Website: www.williamyeoward.com
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

Bourbon Hanby

Whether you are decorating your home, looking for a unique gift or just want to treat yourself, take a trip to Bourbon Hanby and you will find one of the best ranges of fine antiques and antique jewellery in the UK. They are currently the only remaining antiques emporium in central Chelsea, just off King’s Road.

Address: 151 Sydney Street, London SW3 6NT
Tel: 0207 352 2106
Website: www.bourbonhanby.com
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

Chelsea Farmers Market

Unlike a typical farmer’s market, this does not really provide fresh produce from farms. Instead the market is formed by different businesses arranged next to each other, forming a square. You will find a different variety of shops and restaurants here. It is an ideal place to go to on a Saturday evening.

Address: 125 Sydney Street, London SW3 6NR
Nearest tube station: South Kensington

Michael Hoppen Gallery

Founded on a passion for photography, this gallery just off King’s Road is renowned for nurturing the careers of new and upcoming artists, and displaying their works alongside acknowledged photographic masters. They also display some of the most extensive collections of post-war Japanese photography outside Asia.

Address: 3 Jubilee Place, London SW3 3TD
Tel: 0207 352 3649
Website: www.michaelhoppengallery.com
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

French Connection Home

Famous not only for its trendy styles, but also for having had Angelina Jolie shopping from its aisles, the French Connection showroom on King’s Road is a must-visit for every fashionista worth their salt. This contemporary fashion chain sells its own line of casual and work apparel, plus accessories and footwear.

Address: 140-144 King’s Road, London SW3 4UU
Tel: 0207 225 3302
Website: www.frenchconnection.com
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

The White Company

As their name suggests, they have been making impeccably stylish and beautifully designed products, principally in white, for over 20 years. From home accessories, to clothing and children’s wear, The White Company sells some stunning pieces, in pristine white, of course. Their store is just off King’s Road.

Address: 8 Symons Street, London SW3 2TJ
Tel: 0208 166 0199
Website: www.thewhitecompany.com
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

David Mellor

The famous David Mellor shop in Sloane Square, just off King’s Road, sells a highly professional collection of sophisticated modern tableware and kitchenware. Their award-winning cutlery is often picked up by the best of restaurants and the most serious foodies.

Address: 4 Sloane Square, London SW1W 8EE
Tel: 0207 730 4259
Website: www.davidmellordesign.com
Nearest tube station: Sloane Square

Engage in some retail therapy by shopping at these outlets. If you are not in the mood to splurge, window shopping never burnt any holes in the pocket!

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