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Take a stroll along the Promenade
Fashionable accessories at Julie T
Take your pick at Pencerdd
Image is everything
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Penarth has a reputation for fabulous boutiques, trendy hair salons and quality gift shops. It’s the perfect location for your Christmas shopping.
PERFECT PENARTH
Great style at Ginger’s
Stanwell Rd, Penarth
029 2070 9773
Situated on the popular Stanwell Road is Ginger’s, a one stop shop for the mature women with a young at heart outlook to fashion.
Customers will be pleased to hear that new owner Kathy Evans has kept the popular brands Emireco, Poppy and Adini but has also included Steilmann, Pomodoro, Viz-a-Viz, Pret a Porter and Intown into the fabulous, fashion conscious fold. Ginger’s truly is a onestop- shop for all of your fashion needs with their array of accessories.
You can choose from Gabriella bags, Pia Rossini gloves and capes and stunning jewellery from Mint, Dante, Isle of Bute, Nouv-elle and Kelevra. As Ginger’s has a reputation for the largest selection of jewellery in the area, it has been known for many a customer to go there in search of an unique piece of jewellery, only to come away with a stunning outfit to match. If hemlines are an issue, then Ginger’s have an inhouse alterations service available to all – a must to attain that perfect fit.
WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE...
■ Friendly, experienced staff
■ Extensive range of jewellery
■ Superb alterations service
■ Gorgeous accessories
I REALLY LIKED...
The great selection of jewellery
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Look good with Luella
13 Arcot Street, Penarth
029 2025 9773
It may be off the beaten track but Luella’s is a find in a million. Owner and beauty therapist Louise Jones and her friendly and welcoming team of staff, Charleigh Sinclaire, senior stylist and April Davies, junior stylist have definitely found their niche in this salon just outside the City of Cardiff.
Luella offers the full range of hair and beauty treatments expected of a salon of this calibre but with prices that are very affordable, ensuring that clients can visit the salon on a more regular basis and not just as a treat. The salon is a popular destination for the bride to be and her girlfriends wishing to be pampered and styled to perfection prior to the big day. Students can take advantage of the 10% discount on all full price treatments as can the more mature clientele. With Christmas fast approaching, what better gift to give friends and family than a gift voucher from Luella. Why wait until Christmas, book your appointment today and you’ll be booking your next one as you leave!
WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE...
■ Spray tans
■ Wedding hair ups
■ Little Miss Makeovers
■ Hen parties (at salon, hotel or at home)
I REALLY LIKED...
Non pretentious salon, completely professional and enjoyable!
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Julie T ladies boutique
1 Windsor Terrace, Penarth
029 2070 8784
Julie T is a ladies boutique aimed at the discerning 30+ age group looking for something a little different, whatever the occasion – without breaking the bank!
Owner Julie T knows that her customers want stylish, easy to wear labels that make you look and feel good. Brands include Peter Martin for modern tailored mother of the bride with inspiring designs, Gina Bacconi Pink label which has a younger, funkier look, Fransa for casual and work wear, Peppercorn for its casual workwear and knitwear separates, Jadore and Faust for their dressy designer tops.
Julie T also has a good selection of gloves, scarves and bags to finish any outfit to perfection. Also look out for Sbelt Jeans known for their flattering cut and style. Julie T is also known for its party wear and if the glamorous outfits in the windows aren’t enough to lure you through the door, what’s inside will certainly satisfy your wardrobe needs.
Trained dressmaker Julie also offers an alteration service, honest advice and works six days a week to offer the personal service that regular customers have come to rely on and new customers enjoy.
WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE...
■ French and Italian knitwear
■ Original, one off pieces
■ Party wear
■ Mother of the bride
I REALLY LIKED...
Fabulous little wrap dresses that work perfectly on their own or over trousers.
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Pencerdd
4 Station Approach, Penarth
029 2070 9982
Head on down to Pencerdd in Penarth where you’ll find musical instruments, sheet music, CD’s and accessories such as leads, plectrums, music stands, instrument stands, stools, strings, reeds and more to satisfy every would-be rock legend’s dream.
Here you’ll find a full range of musical instruments from £1 kazoos to £30,000 concert harps and have a wide range of sheet music for all instruments in stock, and a fast ordering service for anything not on the shelves. Pencerdd has recently opened up the rear of their shop where you can see at least four different makes of folk and concert harp.
They also offer harp rental and repairs. The specialist harp part of its business attracts customers from all over the world. They also ship both new and second-hand harps, music and CD’s internationally.
Pencerdd are happy to discuss your requirements in both Welsh or English.
Pencerdd has also launched their updated, fully bilingual website with full e-commerce facilities. With Christmas fast approaching, what better gift to give to those you love than the gift of music.
WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE...
■ Wide range of musical instruments
■ Harp rental and repair
■ Fully bilingual
■ Ideal Christmas presents
I REALLY LIKED...
Friendly, knowledgable service and a great choice of musical instruments.
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Image is everything!
108 Glebe Street, Penarth
029 2070 2505
Here is a business that never stands still. Personal shopping is made a pleasant experience with Sylvia and her dedicated staff. They are always on the lookout for the latest trends and colours and this shows in the Image autumn collection.
Image caters for fashion conscious ladies in sizes 10-20 searching for a smart, casual look or an outfit for that special occasion. Names are certainly in abundance at Image with Michaela Louisa, Michael H Gold Collection, Chianti, Oscar B and Emreco. Paul Separates complete the smart but casual look.
Image also stocks Amazing Woman and Not Your Daughter’s Jeans (NYDJ), the incredible jeans that instantly make you look a size smaller. They also have a fantastic range of hats, fascinators and handbags and jewellery by Gabby and Virtue and beautiful shoes and boots making shopping a complete experience. Alterations to chosen outfits can also be completed within two to three days at very reasonable prices. Sylvia is happy to say that she’s seeing new faces daily which goes to prove the success of this very progressive boutique. Image also has a busy hair studio on the first floor to complete your new look.
WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE...
■ Amazing Woman and NYDJ for that instant slimming effect
■ Wearable fashion for every occasion
■ Beautiful shoes and boots
■ Special occasion wear
I REALLY LIKED...
PVC macs to look trendy in the rain!
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