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IMAGE©THINKSTOCK/ISTOCKPHOTOSHOPPING SHOPPING SHOPPINGFind a bargain or blowthe budgethas ALL youneed to knowabout the<strong>London</strong>shoppingscene.For an online version of <strong>London</strong>’s favourite guide go to:visitlondon.com/londonplannerBe sure to mention that youfound your shop inSHOPPINGJoel & Son FabricsLoro Piana - E. Zegna - Valentino - Ungaro -Armani - Ellie Saab - Zuhair MuradBeautiful hand beaded fabricsLuxurious Bridal lacesFor the most beautiful silk prints,embroideries, dress fabrics andmens suitings from all the topdesigners, visit <strong>London</strong>’s leadingand largest couture fabric shop.Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm.Mail order available – visit our websitewww.joelandsonfabrics.comJoel & Son Fabrics – 75-83 Church Street, <strong>London</strong> NW8 8EUTel. (44) 207 724 6895 • Fax. (44) 207 724 9840June 2011 | LONDON PLANNER | visitlondon.com | 77