Monday, February 13, 2012

Shopping for a Valentine at the Harrods Department store in London

Before I traveled to London, I asked my friends for their recommendations as to where I should visit and many told me to go to Harrods department store. I had visited two museums in the morning and I decided that the cool winter air would be better than the stuffy stale air of the Tube (London subway). So I walked from Cromwell Road through Brompton road all the way to Harrods. Harrods has a dress code policy and has turned away several people who it believed are not dressed appropriately, so I was a little concerned as I walked through the door into the massive department store. I had no idea where to go but loved seeing the beautiful bags, scarfs of expensive named brands. But you know me, I can always follow my nose to the food court. As Valentines day was approaching many departments were decorated in pink and red hearts. Chocolates, oh those delicious decadent chocolates where everywhere.
Can't you just see the smiling face of a lover when she (or he?) receives one of these heart shaped boxes filled with chocolates on Valentines day?
I had a great time looking at every counter trying to find just the right gift....
So many different kinds of chocolate truffles, what is this girl supposed to do???
Counter after counter filled with so many different kind of chocolates from all over Europe. What a heavenly place.....

11 comments:

  1. Hi

    When I was in London, I often visited Harrods. Natsukashii! "Harrods has a dress code policy and has turned away several people who it believed are not dressed appropriately" WOW! I didn't know it. I usually wore jeans back then and went shopping there wearing them.
    Your photos are fabulous!!

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    1. Yes, I was surprised to find out about the dress code as well, but obviously you were dressed smartly even in your jeans. I hope you will come back and visit my blogs again.
      Noriko

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  2. Wow - love all these wonderful and festive pics! That one with the open boxes makes my mouth water!

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    1. I know, it was overwhelming just walking through the place. But I did manage to pick up some goodies for my hubby...

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  3. What a delicious post! I didn’t know Harrods had a dress code policy. Even a traveller must dress up neatly? European chocolates are very popular and sold well in Japan. I like Belgian Godiva and Wittamer.

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  4. Ah yes, Godiva chocolates are very smooth and nice but I am not familiar with Wittamer chocolates. Since I got into Harrods with no problems I don't think they are very strict about asking people to leave. But it is something to think about before going into Harrods...

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  5. Hello, Noriko.

      Attractive works.
      You are the excellent artist.

      I thank for your usual and hearty support.
      And i pray for you and yours peace.
      
    Have a good weekend. From Japan, ruma ❃

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  6. So beautiful! I can only imagine how wonderful the smell of candy was from inside!

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  7. Mmmmm nice! my sister used to work in Harrods, sometimes she used to bring home chocolates like these :-)

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  8. Hello, Noriko.

      The work including spring.
      The vitality of the heart is made to arise.

      I am glad of your visit, though each other is far distantly.
      The prayer for all peace and healthy.
      
    Have a good weekend. From Japan, ruma ❃

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  9. Hello, Noriko.

     Your heartwarming works fascinates my heart.

     Thank you for your kindness.
     And i pray for you and yours peace.

    Have a good new-week. From Japan, ruma ❃

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