I managed to get to Portabello Market once when I went to London the time before last, and I must confess I was pretty disappointed. But I think that unless you live in London you have all these preconceptions as to what these famous places will be like, and so they rarely live up to expectations.
But what if someone were to get all the best bits of Portabello and feature them on a site so you didn't even have to move from your seat to get a taste of it? It just so happens that Pret A Portabello has done just that.
A great wee online shop featuring some very reasonably priced items from independent designers. There is also a lovely vintage section with particularly good accessories. I have been eyeing up so many of the bags and clutches.
In my attempt to introduce more bright pink to my wardrobe I'd happily find a nice wee place for that pink clutch.
Queen Michelle
Gorgeous selection!
I love the floaty, tiered dresses!
Posted by: Elisabeth | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 13:42
What a fantastic site!! I've already added lots to my wishlist but am doing the typical should-i-do-this, before giving in and buying the lot anyway :)
Posted by: Jennifer | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 13:54
Great site - I hope they keep adding to it. I've seen so much stuff I like on there; shame i'm broke!
Posted by: Beanie87 | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 14:43
Awesome site I definitely will be heading over to check it out!
Posted by: winnie | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 14:56
Ooh, nice selection!
Posted by: WendyB | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 14:58
oh my goodness! i love portabello market... but like you i can't get there too often... this is amazing.
Posted by: lady coveted | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 16:40
Great shop! Thanks for posting! I want it all!!!
Posted by: Everybodysaysdont | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 18:00
This looks so interesting, thsnk you! I go there frequently, along with Spitalfields and other markets, I'm quite priviledged in that respect, but it's quite hard to find nice things! There's a lot of stalls cashing on the new popularity of markets.
Posted by: MH | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 18:11
Sorry to comment you again, but the prices are impressive, about the same as Topshop!
Posted by: MH | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 18:15
Heyy great site! thanks for blogging about it :)
Ive linked you on my blog,
emily
x
Posted by: emily | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 19:04
So not fair! I want that sailor shirt so badly...in the U.S. w/o the ridiculous expensive shipping fee.
Posted by: and Nancy says | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 19:36
thank you so much for reporting this! i love portobello and i also was a little disappointed last time i went and couldn't manage to find anything. i heart the second top pictured
Posted by: Siobhan | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 20:41
how useful - as a south london gal I don't venture much beyond central London. to me Portabello is up north -so hurrah for the website. I'm hearting the blue bag
Posted by: Make Do & Mend | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 21:51
great stuff!
Posted by: Anna | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 22:17
I so covet the sailor top...
Posted by: Drusilla | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 22:31
Fashionista was blogging about a concept similiar to this with different markets. . . I like the idea but I can't help but to feel like you truly can't capture the spirit of a market on a website. There's so much to love about being there. . . especially Spitalfields. . . that being said, there are some lovely things on this site. I own those vintage wing tips. . .but that flowered cardi is lovely!
Posted by: Aja | Tuesday, 10 June 2008 at 23:56
I can see there will be a wait list for the sailor top. I want it, too!
The last time I went to Portabello Road, I bought a ratty fur coat for 2 pounds. I can still smell it if I try hard enough.
Posted by: Sister Wolf | Wednesday, 11 June 2008 at 03:54
such pretty dresses... and you don't need to trawl through the stalls anymore!!! too bad i just left the uk...
Posted by: j0ykezt | Wednesday, 11 June 2008 at 10:09
Brilliant finds. I love the pink bag and the white ruffly dress most.
Posted by: enc | Wednesday, 11 June 2008 at 18:47
Nice! Thank you for the link :-)
Posted by: alicepleasance | Thursday, 12 June 2008 at 18:45
www.coconutalley.com also sell clothes by Ducie from Portabello with free delivery!
Posted by: Emily Morgan | Saturday, 14 June 2008 at 15:46
I used the pomo code Hamiltons to get 20% off I think its still in use.
Posted by: Deana | Sunday, 15 June 2008 at 13:21
fantastic site thanks for th epost
Posted by: daniel | Tuesday, 17 June 2008 at 16:57
Brilliant website, just had a glance - love the underwear, especially the high-waisted summer shorts by Miss Crofton! thanks for the link!
Posted by: Rebecca G | Friday, 11 July 2008 at 14:41
Miss Crofton - Fabulous designs and fabrics - Give me more!!!
Posted by: jane | Friday, 08 August 2008 at 16:32