Breadcrumbs ![The Coolest Destination For Xmas Shopping](https://media.sheerluxe.com/1Pxnz3WQIiy_ODXDMWqyLyT9EBQ=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2022%2F12%2Fcarnabuy-thumb.jpg) [Inspiration](/fashion/shopping/inspiration) / 08 December 2022 # The Coolest Destination For Xmas Shopping Did you know Carnaby isn't just one street? The name actually refers to a vast area made up of 14 streets in Soho with over 100 retailers and more than 60 restaurants and bars and this year, it’s created the ultimate Christmas shopping and dining experience. Here’s why it’s the ideal place to spend an afternoon or weekend during the festive period… [ Save To My Favourites ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/34491) Created in partnership with Carnaby [ ![](https://media.sheerluxe.com/oTTrnBtxOpm0qzvppUhQuu2TU8E=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2022%2F11%2Fslcarnabyportraitimage-copy.jpg) ](http://carnaby.co.uk/) ### *the* LIGHTS With 14 streets full of shops, bars, pubs and restaurants – all within walking distance of Oxford Circus and Piccadilly tube stations – the West End destination always has an incredible atmosphere, but it really comes into its own at this time of year, when its impressive installation takes centre stage. This year, Carnaby Street, Foubert’s Place, Ganton Street and Newburgh Street are alight with festive illuminations. Among the collection, there's an underwater seascape, a kaleidoscope of butterflies, giant snowmen and 1960s inflatables – alongside collaborations with iconic British bands Queen and the Rolling Stones. The Stones’ illuminated tongue logo is one of the most unmistakable displays. Elsewhere, Carnaby’s arches are covered with silver shimmering discs embellished with carnival decorations and a globe greeting visitors with the words ‘Carnaby Welcomes The World’. ### *the* FASHION Fashion fans will be excited to explore Carnaby’s 14 streets of shopping ­– which include new openings from Danish brand [Stine Goya](https://us.stinegoya.com), as well as [RIXO](https://rixo.co.uk), [Ksubi](https://ksubi.uk) and [Dickies](https://www.dickieslife.com/uk_en/), alongside premium French fashion brand [IKKS Paris](https://www.ikks.com/en/)**,** [Scotch & Soda](https://www.scotch-soda.com/gb/en/home), [Han Kjøbenhavn](https://www.hankjobenhavn.com) and [GANNI](https://www.ganni.com/en-gb/home) – ideal for anyone looking to update their winter wardrobe. We recommend stopping by [Bloobloom](https://bloobloom.com) for sunglasses or heading to lounge and underwear brand [Gilly Hicks](https://www.hollisterco.com/shop/uk/gilly-hicks/women-sale) or [Nobody's Child](https://www.nobodyschild.com) for that perfect Christmas party dress. Shoppers can also visit the [Mind](https://www.mind.org.uk) charity shop for vintage finds and, of course, [Liberty](https://www.libertylondon.com) is right by Carnaby’s entrance, ready to help shoppers find luxury gifts across beauty, fashion, homeware and tech. ### *Beauty &* WELLNESS Shopping for beauty fans? Carnaby’s offerings include [MAC](https://www.maccosmetics.co.uk)**,** [Too Faced](https://www.toofaced.co.uk)**,** [Benefit](https://www.benefitcosmetics.com/en-gb), [KLORIS CBD](https://www.kloriscbd.com/) and [Pixi](https://pixibeauty.co.uk), alongside laser facial specialist [Skin Laundry](https://www.skinlaundry.com) and blow-dry bar [Duck & Dry](https://duckanddry.com)**.** Shopping for gym bunnies? Look out for [Sweaty Betty](https://www.sweatybetty.com)**,** [NICCE](https://www.nicceclothing.com), [Adidas](https://www.adidas.co.uk), and [Puma](https://uk.puma.com/uk/en)**.** [ ![](https://media.sheerluxe.com/ocvPQSneCdumhp5OoF6-5gvvbMY=/1920x0/smart/filters:no_upscale()/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2022%2F11%2Fslcarnabylandscapeimage1.jpg) ](http://carnaby.co.uk/) ## *one-off* GIFTS Just off Carnaby Street, the cobbled streets of Newburgh Quarter are the best place to find gifts from independent brands. Here, you’ll find stores such as [Annie’s Ibiza](https://anniesibiza.com)**,** iconic rock ’n’ roll jeweller [The Great Frog](https://www.thegreatfroglondon.com), bespoke tailor [Mark Powell](https://www.markpowellartist.com) and respected piercer [Metal Morphosis](https://www.metalmorphosis.co.uk)**.** If you’re looking for gifts for the men in your life, Newburgh Quarter is home to [Fred Perry](https://www.fredperry.com), [Barbour](https://www.barbour.com/uk/), [Red Wing Shoes](https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=Red+Wing+Shoes&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8) and [Aubin](https://aubinandwills.com/). 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In three-floor, al fresco Kingly Court, you’ll find 25 restaurant concepts, including [Marsha](https://www.marshalondon.co.uk), a zero-waste chicken restaurant; [Imad's Syrian Kitchen](https://www.imadssyriankitchen.co.uk) for an authentic Syrian dining experience; and BBQ spot [Dirty Bones](https://dirty-bones.com) for a great burger. We love speakeasy-style bar Nightjar for live jazz and blues. After a caffeine hit? Stop by [The Department of Coffee & Social Affairs](https://www.departmentofcoffee.com), [Farm Girl](https://www.thefarmgirl.co.uk/) and [Grind](https://grind.co.uk/). ## *choose* LOVE Charitable pop-up [Choose Love](https://chooselove.org) is back, selling a collection of limited-edition products, along with refugee gifting packages. Located at 15-17 Foubert’s Place, throughout the festive season the pop-up will host a stream of celebrity guests popping in to serve customers and get them in the Christmas spirit. *For more information on news and events, visit [Carnaby.co.uk](http://carnaby.co.uk/) or follow [@CarnabyLondon](https://www.instagram.com/carnabylondon/).* [ Sign in to comment with your SheerLuxe profile ](/user/login?destination=)Or continue to comment as a Guest below [View the discussion thread.](http://sheerluxe-dev.disqus.com/) *more from* Fashion [View All Fashion](/fashion) ![What’s New In The Watches & Jewellery World](https://media.sheerluxe.com/i70I8VsrsjsBUu0A5m1EWvci7aA=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fsl-180926-site-assets-watch-jewellery-news-hero-thumb.jpg) [Fashion](/fashion) / 18 September 2026 [## What’s New In The Watches & Jewellery World ](/fashion/whats-new-in-the-watches-jewellery-world) ![A Style Insider Reveals Her New-Season Wish List](https://media.sheerluxe.com/xGsL6DbsG3ytYZ4h7_BzctQCnW0=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fsl-170926-site-assets-blush-xamdi-abdul-new-season-wishlist-thumb.jpg) [Fashion](/fashion) / 17 September 2026 [## A Style Insider Reveals Her New-Season Wish List ](/fashion/a-style-insider-reveals-her-new-season-wish-list) ![See All Of Nana’s New-Season Favourites](https://media.sheerluxe.com/cCfZstmH7Lo9ZH942WImj52yhqI=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fsl-site-assets-110926-thumb-nana.jpg) [Fashion](/fashion) / 11 September 2026 [## See All Of Nana’s New-Season Favourites ](/fashion/see-all-of-nanas-new-season-favourites) ![Everything Our Editor-In-Chief Is Loving Right Now](https://media.sheerluxe.com/Nxif07qI1nMLbPwOtOk8_depqP4=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fsl-080926-site-assets-cc-hot-list-hero-thumb.jpg) [Fashion](/fashion) / 08 September 2026 [## Everything Our Editor-In-Chief Is Loving Right Now ](/fashion/everything-our-editor-in-chief-is-loving-right-now) ![What’s New In Fashion Right Now](https://media.sheerluxe.com/qsN30OFEuo-b1B15enc9BcCMroM=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fsl-site-assets-070926-thumb-fashion-news.png) [Fashion](/fashion) / 07 September 2026 [## What’s New In Fashion Right Now ](/fashion/whats-new-in-fashion-right-now-12) ![New-Season Style Inspiration Our Fashion Editors Are Saving](https://media.sheerluxe.com/3l6mYepCpjPwRrZOW86YD-HkQ9U=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fsl-editorial-010926-team-moodboards-thumb.png) [Fashion](/fashion) / 01 September 2026 [## New-Season Style Inspiration Our Fashion Editors Are Saving ](/fashion/new-season-style-inspiration-our-fashion-editors-are-saving) ![The Trend Report: Motorsport Fashion](https://media.sheerluxe.com/vNCtR2GWP33tqn3Ldh0jgH4xNFA=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F08%2Fsl-special-homepage-square-thumb-car-special-2.jpg) [Fashion](/fashion) / 12 August 2026 [## The Trend Report: Motorsport Fashion ](/fashion/the-trend-report-motorsport-fashion) ![The Shirt Brands Fashion Insiders Are Wearing Now](https://media.sheerluxe.com/XkRIM1DgPo8oJvgvNdSFtcoEurw=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F08%2Fsl-site-assets-110826-thumb-hero-3-shirt-brands.jpg) [Fashion](/fashion) / 11 August 2026 [## The Shirt Brands Fashion Insiders Are Wearing Now ](/fashion/the-shirt-brands-fashion-insiders-are-wearing-now) ![36 Hours At CPHFW With Nana](https://media.sheerluxe.com/xE4cazE-NkGbNsG819EjaT3e2d4=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F08%2Fsl-site-assets-110826-thumb-cphfw-dylon-2.jpg) [Fashion](/fashion) / 11 August 2026 [## 36 Hours At CPHFW With Nana ](/fashion/36-hours-at-cphfw-with-nana) Share This Story [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?display=popup&redirect_uri=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com&u=https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Finspiration%2Fthe-coolest-destination-for-xmas-shopping&t=The+Coolest+Destination+For+Xmas+Shopping) [ Pinterest ](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Finspiration%2Fthe-coolest-destination-for-xmas-shopping&description=The+Coolest+Destination+For+Xmas+Shopping&media=) [ E-mail ]() DISCLAIMER: We endeavour to always credit the correct original source of every image we use. 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