A lovely shop full of beautiful dresses, jewellery, shoes, clothes and other things. Some pieces…read moreare her own designs. Some of the items are slightly pricey but you're paying for an independent designer who has originality and a flair for business. You can also shop online on her website http://studioshoporkney.com/ if you don't live in Orkney.

An independent clothes retailer, linked to the mens clothing shop 'gorns' across the street. They…read moregenerally sell good quality stuff with labels such as bench, miss sixty, superdry etc available. Although small, you can usually find anything that you need. There is much to be said for limited choice! The only downside is that there is very little in the way of clothes shops in Kirkwall, so you often end up wearing the same stuff as lots of other people; although not a problem if you're just visiting!

Went here today to get a dress shirt with partner. The cashier worker guy didn't greet us when we…read moreentered even though he saw us come in and so it was kind of awkward walking around the store - nobody was inside. He also didnt come over to see if we needed any help. It was almost like we didnt match the hipster clientele base that i think the store is going for. I dunno. Shop is sorta hipter-chic, skater boy casual, and church meets gay nightclub. Not sure this place will survive. Ok dress shirt but cost $$$ and it will come in a cheap platic bag.

A beautiful range of jewellery designed and hand crafted in Orkney. High quality and long lasting…read moreproducts. Quite pricey but worth it as you get what you pay for.

From the owner: ORTAK's success is based upon its early principles which are still held today - innovative design,…read morecaring craftmanship, impeccable quality and real value for money. The traditional skills of the silversmith handed down over decades, are still in use in our workshops in Orkney where we produce stylish jewellery which is sold and admired throughout the world.

Incredibly friendly fast and affordable laundry service for those who need fresh clothes on your…read morelong journey through the UK. I turned them in when they opened and was able to easily pick them up during our lunch break before our evening activities. Such a nice thing to be able to do in the area so that I can shop and enjoy the rest of my journey with clean clothes!

Reasonably priced laundromat and dry cleaners. Very clean and in the heart of downtown Kirkwall…read more You can pay and put your wash in, do some window shopping, and come back and throw your clothes in the dryer before heading out for a coffee. The owner is very nice and will get you tokens for just what you need so long as you have cash. No frills cleaner so nothing extra, but just what you need for ordinary washing needs.

Brilliant charity shop. They have a whole upstairs for clothing alone, books for 20p and all sorts…read moreof bric a brac. You never know what you'll find in here and the prices are incredibly cheap. They also sell home baking at the till area and the staff are always so cheerful and nice.