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No matter how satisfying a shopping spree in Selfridges or Topshop may be, there's nothing quite like the smug feeling when you've laid your hands on a one-off vintage dress - especially when it's a bargain. Whether you're a rummaging addict whose happy to sift through the 1980's polyester and grubby t-shirts to find that gem or a designer fan who wouldn't dream of splashing out on anything that isn't dry cleaned, pressed and hung on a rail, don't ,miss ELLE's essential shopping guide to the best vintage stores across the country. Happy hunting!

Alfie's market is the country's largest indoor market - a mighty 350, 000 sq/ft spread over four floors - you can rifle through the art and antiques to find something a little bit different. This is where vintage dealers hang out so you can be sure that whatever you find is going to be worthy of attention. Vintage fashion and accessories, fine jewellery and antique watches are all here to you might want to set aside an afternoon to rummage thoroughly.

12-25 Church Street, Marylebone, London, NW8 8DT, Tel 020 7236 6066, www.alfiesantiques.com