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Luxury Britain
BROWNS
Recognised as one of the world’s most iconic fashion
retailers, today including four central London stores as
well as global online flagship, brownsfashion.com, Browns
was founded by Joan Burstein, CBE and her late husband
Sidney in 1970. The original shop was owned by Sir William
Piggott Brown, current CEO Simon Burstein recognised the
huge potential of the space and together with his sister,
Caroline Burstein, current Creative Director, they convinced
their parents to take the chance and buy it. Ever since,
Browns has been at the forefront of fashion history. In
addition to brownsfashion.com, you will find Browns at 2327 South Molton Street with Browns Focus at number 24,
Browns at 160 Sloane Street and leading bridalwear stores
Browns Bride, 12 Hinde Street and Vera Wang at Browns,
59 Brook Street.
www.brownsfashion.com
Burlington Arcade
The Burlington Arcade, situated between Bond Street
and Piccadilly in central London, is one of the UK’s most
stunning shopping arcades. It opened in 1819 ‘for the sale
of jewellery and fancy articles of fashionable demand’ and
was popular among royalty. Linley and Brintons recently
transformed Burlington Arcade’s iconic carpet with a design featuring iconic buildings from around the world.
www.burlington-arcade.co.uk