Four Famous London Shops

Four iconic London retail institutions:

1. Harrods — Knightsbridge. 330 departments, 1.1M sq ft. "All things for all people." Egyptian escalator, Food Halls, royal warrants. Qatar-owned since 2010.
2. Liberty — Great Marlborough St. Tudor-revival building (1924). Artistic prints, luxury fabrics, beauty, niche brands. Arts & Crafts heritage.
3. Fortnum & Mason — Piccadilly (1707). Grocer to royalty. Hampers, tea, confectionery, picnicware. Clock with moving figures. "The Queen's Grocer."
4. Selfridges — Oxford St. (1909). Harry Gordon Selfridge's "theatre of retail." Beauty Hall, Wonder Room, rooftop, radical window displays. "Everyone welcome."

What They Share

• Historic flagship buildings
• Curated luxury + accessibility
• Cultural landmarks (not just stores)
• Tourist destinations + local loyalty

Others of note: John Lewis (Oxford St), Harvey Nichols (Knightsbridge), Borough Market (food), Columbia Road (flowers), Portobello Road (antiques).