Offering a huge selection of groceries, drinks, pet supplies and more, and benefitting from…read morefriendly service, helpful staff and a stellar location, this local corner shop is a real gem. The store's interior is spacious, well stocked and logically laid out and everything seems clean and pleasant. The staff are welcoming and willing to assist customers when prompted and there is ample space for street parking outside the building. I visited this handy convenience store whilst passing, hunting for pet food for my girlfriend's new puppy. I was both surprised and impressed at the store's diverse range of pet supplies, and the prices weren't too bad either. I'd definitely visit again.

Don't be fooled, this is no 'party' shop as the sign on the outside might have you think but…read moreinstead a shop filled with smoking accessories. You can find paper plates and masks in a small corner but they're largely overshadowed by the sheesha pipes. The first thing to catch my eye was a framed Bob Marley poster. It was one of the legend smoking, and as I continued looking round the theme continued. Want your room to smell like marijuana? Get a hold of a cannabis air freshner! Want an ashtray in the form of a pair of breasts? Or perhaps some 'room odouriser' which is definitely not used out in the clubbing scene? The place reminded me of the shops you get in Amsterdam only minus the novelty cows and real drugs behind the counter. The gin and juice blunt wraps had me dreaming dreams of grandeur involving Snoop Dogg.

Mamma Mad is individual to say the very least, from the unmistakable shop front to the strange…read morerange of products found once inside. This place essentially focuses on smoking paraphernalia which is no doubt of much use to the shady student types of the Selly oak area. It's got sheesha pipes, blunt raps and novelty ash trays, essentially anything a marijuana user could wish for short of the drug itself. This place is certainly bright and has friendly staff and a regular footfall of customers. On the whole a bright addition to Selly Oak but one which has specialised interests shall we say?

This store offers a very personal service and the attendant in the shop knows a thing or two about…read morepens. We talked about his Fountain Pens, and there is nothing that he doesn't know. A fantastic and stylish selection of different writing instruments, and a diverse product range covering Globes, diaries, photo frames, key-rings, and even belts! They gift box their items, which is ideal if your shopping for someone special. Whether you are after a relatively affordable handy pen, or something exquisite and upmarket this is the place to shop and be very well informed. I know where to send family for future birthday presents..

From 'Porsche Design' to 'Mont Blanc' The Pen Shop stocks some of the finest pens available to man…read more A fine pen is unlike fine watches, suits and cars. As it is the humble pen with its illustrious heritage and legacy that has enabled some of humanity's greatest thinkers to educate themselves from the writings of other great thinkers and thus to then record their own great ideas and discoveries for the rest of mankind's consumption and benefit (or disbenefit of course). It would indeed be a very different world if we had not discovered the pen. I love my pen so I can very much understand why such a fine instrument is worthy of great, discerning attention, and The Pen Shop uncompromisingly devotes that attention to this glorious implement. They will provide you with unparalleled service to ensure that you are coupled with the ideal writing companion to assist you on your literary pursuits for the rest of your life.

When I started working at the Custard Factory, I was so excited to see what appeared to my NAIVE…read moreEYES as an independent bookshop (with coffee, according to the signs!) and somehow I managed to completely NOT focus on the very large letters proclaiming 'ADULT STORE'. So this review is short - I walked in thinking one thing, and quickly walked out again rather humiliated. What I saw when I went in was probably a decent volume of publications (books and DVDs) for sale, but that was enough for me to know it's not for me. EMBARRASSING.

The best perfume ever! They used to have a concessions stand in Selfridges which wasn't very good…read more I was so happy when i found out they've got a boutique store in the Grand Central Birmingham. I love everything about Jo Malone products. I love their wide range of perfumes and love their layering concept to make the perfume your own. Their packaging is also so cute and presentable for gifts. Alot of their scents go so well together. They are always coming out with new scents so I love stopping by this store now to check it out. I will however always be loyal to the scent that started my relationship with Jo Malone - Pomegranate noir. This store's staff are always super helpful. I spoke to Jade who also offered me access to a gift giving event and a free hand massage. She introduced me to different scents to layer and provide samples. She's never pushy with selling products which is what i also like too. My next purchase for christmas will be the Velvet Rose and Oud Fragrance.

I found this event on Facebook and booked Jenna and I in for free hands and arms massage using…read moretheir new body lotion. We were given jo Malone pouches to keep our bracelets n watch inside and let us keep it!! We were offered champagne too which was lovely! The lady asked us which types of fragrance we liked and used products that matched our requirements. It was a lovely massage, and the lady chatted and answered our questions throughout. We didn't get any samples but was told we could book other treats like hand massage again. It's worth trying!!!

First thing I noticed was the amazing selection on display ! I loved that the first thing I saw…read morewhen walking through the door was the different sized manikins A shop that really understand we do all have different sizes and shapes . The service I received was super , Yash was super helpful with questions I needed answering ! I loved how the sizes are in draws under neath the display items . The shop is well thought out . One of the best I've ever been to ! Well done guys

Feeling like an angel whilst walking through the store…read more.. Victoria secret is a name most people know and in my opinion this store is a must see if you like the world of glamour. The products are pretty expensive but the Quality is good - Sale time is therefore the best time to buy. The store is decorated with photos from the fashion shows and the famous angel wings. The service in the store is very helpful and friendly.

Great shop for all things crafty. Its not very often that I go in here and cant find what I want…read more There is a great range of papers, pens, beads and stickers. It caters for stationary, jewellery making, card making needs

Ok now I am still on the Christmas shopping mission so my point of call today was Ann Summers. Now…read moreI know what you all are thinking and that it that what can you buy people from Ann Summers and I will tell you that there are some great things to be had. I knew what I wanted to buy when I went there which is always easy but trust me when you get into one of the shops, you cannot help but have a little wonder around. I am going to give you a little warning before you continues, this review does contain rude things so please do not read on if you get offended by things of a sexual nature. - What is Ann Summers? Ann Summers is a shop which sells gorgeous lingerie and then sex related things. I should warn you that if you do not like sexy and rude things then you will probable not like this shop or my review so just skip to the verdict at the end. - Where can you find one? Well Ann Summers shops are popping up everywhere now but if you go to http://www.annsummers.co.uk then you will find a store locator so you can find your nearest store to visit. The shops are very distinctive with the huge Ann Summers name branded across the top of every shop I have seen. The writing is usually red and in a very simple font and the symbol by the writing is an apple with a bite taken out of it. Every store you look into actually looks quite dark but trust me it is good inside. - The Shops: Now obviously they are going to vary depending on where you are but I have three near to me and all three of them as I said earlier are quite dark inside. I am not sure why they do this but they all seem to be the same. The shop windows are very clean and well presented usually with a special offer on show if there is one and some of the latest lingerie collections on the dummies. As you walk in I think you will notice how small the shops do look. In my opinion this is because they tend to stock the shelves really well and get as many products as they can out onto the shop floor which is good because you can usually find what you want. The stores are all set out the same as far as I know. You will find that lingerie is at the front of the shop and set around the walls on shelving. In the middle of the shop there are usually stands which contain toys and games and just basically little bits and bobs such as Christmas gifts for Christmas. The back of the store is where you will find the X rated stuff which is basically your vibrators, sex videos and bondage gear. All shops should have a changing room too so you can try on before you buy. The shops always look neat but they are quite hard to get a wheelchair or pushchair around to be honest. I used to take my friend in a wheelchair and we found it difficult if people were clogging up the aisles as they would then have to move to let us through. I think they are within the minimum standard for space between aisles but still it is tough in all the stores I have been into. - The Products: Now I know you have all been waiting for this part of my review (well the guys anyway). Now skip if you do not like rude things. I will start with the lingerie. Now the lingerie is fantastic and they generally do sizes from a 30A to a 38F in bras and sizes 8 20 in briefs and thongs. The underwear is quite expensive usually with a bra costing £25 and thongs costing £12 but they are fantastic quality. The range they have at the moment is very sexy and when you try the underwear on you feel great and girls I really believe your partners will appreciate any set from this shop. I would recommend at the moment a range called Madame Fifi which is gorgeous. Yes you will find that every range has a name so if you know what you want you can just ask an assistant and she will find you the sets. Now we move onto the dressing up section which is absolutely great. All girls should try on one of these outfits which consist of a nurse, air hostess and masseuse. Also for Christmas they have a sexy Santa outfit. I know that you all are thinking no way but dressing up can do wonders for your self esteem and your sex life. The outfits are very sexual with a lot of leg and cleavage on display and cost around £35. I can guarantee that if you try one on girls you will love it on yourself and be so tempted to buy one and yes they are very comfortable. The bondage section is one I never visit because to be honest it scares me a little bit but they do have one so you can buy handcuffs, leather whips, tape and outfits which leave almost nothing to the imagination. They have a good range though if you are into that type of thing. The naughtiest section I am sure in many peoples books is the sex toys section which contains your vibrators basically and they do have a huge range. If you are new to sex toys then they do what is called a buzz starter kit which is £20 to ease you into it (no pun intended). For the people who just want to go for it however they do the infamous rampant

love ann summers, there choice of clothing is lovely and always high quality although i do find…read morethem a little over priced. good selection of goods and some special offers on at times. staff pleasen and helpfull