London Fashion
Starting out at university and moving to your new student home might mean you would want some true independent adult change in your looks. Goldsmiths does not have a dress code to allow students to fully express themselves through style from preppy to punk - here is where to source yours!
The pins on the map are marked according to the price category, green being the most affordable and red the most expensive. Although, there is always a good mix of each in every location!
Shopping Centres
Start out with some clothes, grab a funny mug, load up your cart with some skincare, stop over for some food court delicacies, and end with a quick grocery run! I would recommend shopping centres for lazy days out, as London is filled with beautiful sights to discover otherwise. Shopping centres are perfect for multitasking when you need everything, everywhere, all at once. Make sure to bring a friend to help you carry your bags home, but don’t lose them around - Westfield (Shepherd’s Bush), for example, is the biggest shopping centre in Europe!
Closest to New Cross: Lewisham Shopping Centre, Surrey Quays Shopping Centre, Canary Wharf Mall, Westfield Stratford City.
Absolute fave: Selfridges for window shopping, especially the kids’ toys section on the fourth floor!
2. Vintage Markets
Imagine visiting a museum, except you can purchase all your favourite artifacts! London is notorious for its vintage clothing and flea markets. They are brilliant for an exciting day out, especially if you prefer alternative aesthetics in style. Enjoy a good hunt for rare clothing items, get a Victorian lamp for your student home, or just flick through old polaroid albums. Keep your eyes peeled for brand items cut over ten times in price! It’s like time machine travel, except you get to bring some souvenirs home.
Closest to New Cross: Greenwich Vintage Clothing Market, Vintage Kilo Sales in the Goldsmiths SU Lounge on Tuesdays
Absolute fave: Portobello Road Market, which also has brilliant food options for a busy vintage hunt and stunning photo-locations!
3. High Streets
High streets are basically open-air shopping centres – perfect as a side quest during sightseeing. Central London is filled with flagship stores of major fashion brands, established and amateur designers. Although, be wary of your visiting hours, as central high streets get very busy on the weekends, and you might get tired queuing for checkout in every store. Try exploring small businesses and handmade brands in local high streets if you feel like getting a fresh taste for fashion.
Closest to New Cross: Deptford High Street
Absolute fave: Carnaby Street – beautiful street decorations, niche stores and even a piercing shop!