From Manchester to Bristol, We applaud the opening of any new boutique; they're like compact department stores without hoards of make-up counter girls at the entrance. Newly opened Garment Quarter is the brainchild of 5 friends from Manchester who have combined their experiences in retail for this first venture. John Reid, one of the co-founders tells us 'Despite the recession, many people are still prepared to invest in looking good & it is times such as these that customers look to buy key pieces that last. there is something for everyone, with pieces by emerging designers such as Ashley Marc Hovelle starting at £35 to rare collectible items from designers such as Vivienne Westwood"
www.garmentquarter.com
