Vintage Market

As a massive fan of vintage clothing myself, I've struggled on a student budget to find a place to source nice, wearable vintage pieces without the heavy price tag. Until now.

The Upstairs market on Brick Lane which runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11-6, is the perfect location for a style queen on a budget.

Rails and rails of woolly jumpers, fur coats and pretty dresses, to keep everyone warm and chic.

There are tonnes of styles to choose from the 1920s -1990s. So you could leave with a sequined evening dress or an Run DMC style tracksuit. Who knows?

The eclectic mix of clothing, also provides an eclectic crowd. Indie kids searching for old band tees, 50s style pinups brousing the lingerie or new age dandies trying on old tan brogues.

It's a lovely little market to have a browse, and while your there, a style scout at the people around you.

The Duke of Uke

For all those budding George Formbies, or if your just a fan of the Ukulele, head straight on down to Hanbury St - to The Duke Of Uke. It's London's one and only ukulele and banjo emporium, and the wide array of instruments will have any musician drooling.

The friendly staff will be happy to help you find your perfect uke, and after your purchase the shop runs classes to help you on your way to becoming the next George Harrison.

The Duke also has it's own recording studio - for the real professionals, which is available to hire on request.

The shop hosts music events, gigs and signings making it a hub of musical entertainment 24/7.

The shop really does deserve it's regal title.

Tea for Two

What started out as a small cafe, hidden, just off Brick Lane - the Tea Rooms has expanded; into a trove of antique treasures. The numerous stalls inside sell an electic mix of soft furnishings, vintage cothing, records and collectables.

It's just the place to find that perfect gift, a treat for yourself or someone else.

And when you've exploring everything there is to see, you can sit down, relax and have a nice cup of tea.