Tait sells its own collections, featuring Scottish gemstones mounted in platinum, silver and gold. Look out, too, for antique pieces, including traditional Scottish pebble...

When it opened in summer 2006, this central cocktail bar introduced a new aesthetic to Edinburgh (designer stools, white leather banquettes, a pop-erotic mural) and brought a...

If you're looking to step up from Accessorize without blowing the budget, head to Argento. The shop stocks a wide range of colourful fashion pieces, as well as Celtic and...

This boutique feels like a giant dresing-up box, with unusual clothes as well as a fabulous range of jewellery. Designs come from big names such as Butler & Wilson, Ruyi and...

The only UK outlet for the famed Italian brand, selling footwear, clothing and accessories.

Tucked away in a corner of the New Town and converted from three Georgian townhouse, the Albany is a discreet spot, albeit one priced a little higher than its rather basic...

This Glasgow-born designer uses yarns that are spun and dyed in the Scottish Borders using centuries-old techniques, but employs them in the creation of modern clothing; she's...

Affordable mainstream fashions, homeware and a surprisingly decent selection of confectionery gifts at reasonable prices.

Blacks & Lizars are best known as optometrists, but this store specialises in photographic equipment: digital, compact and SLR cameras, plus camcorders, lenses and accessories.

Right at the heart of Edinburgh's gay scene, the welcoming, laid-back Blue Moon offers good food and drink. The staff are cute and sassy: ask here if you have any questions or...

Although it is just a few minutes' walk from the bustling west end of Princes Street, the Bonham hotel feels delightfully secluded. The menu served in its light and spacious...

The largest of several Boots stores scattered around Edinburgh has huge ranges of toiletries and cosmetics, as well as a pharmacy and an optician.