If you love antiques, you will certainly fall in love with this cluttered small space in Cockburn St., like traveling back in time and stepping into the house of an old, fancy cat lady, or going through the bag of a marine from the 50s. The owners (who are adorable) have curated and looked after a collection of antique jewellery, postcards, collector items, military memorabilia and the most interesting artefacts- from lorgnettes to the tiniest silver spoon collection. 

Cockburn St. is home to some of the best concept stores in the city. The biggest of them all is Pie in the Sky. The store ranges from a hilarious sticker collection to posters and many items with pop culture references, accessories, and clothes to tarot decks and cute stationary. Pie in the Sky sells the quirkiest yet most trendy items, they celebrate the iconic moments in pop culture, film, literature and everyday life. Find the most eclectic trinkets in this colourful place that many call heaven. 

For impeccably neat nails in thoughtfully designed surroundings, try buff. The studio specialises in design-led manicures and pedicures – from minimalist polish to intricate nail art – delivered with attention to detail in beautifully styled spaces. You’ll find two Edinburgh locations: the original salon inside the East Market Street railway arches and a serene Leith studio in historic St Ninian’s Manse on Quayside Street. We love the FRAMA CPH hand cream, too.