Cos

The fact there was a COS store in Glasgow somehow passed me but, and it was only thanks to Claire L’s review that I discovered this. I’m not sure whether to thanks Claire as I’m sure it will be a bad for my purse in the long run … but thanks anyway!
I knew about COS as soon as it launched as I used to be a bit more into fashion than I am now (don’t judge my boring fashion sense, please!) I like H&M but not a whole load — their clothes don’t tend to be great quality and are so cheap it’s actually a little depressing. When I first checked out COS online I wasn’t that excited by what I saw as everything looked a little shapeless, boxy cut clothes and bland.
Thankfully I paid the Princes Square store a visit as this has completely changed my opinion of COS. Sure, their stuff is pretty plain — patterned pieces are definitely in the minority — but it all has a sleek, classy look to it. I saw a lot of items which I’d love to have in my wardrobe, and the prices weren’t as high as I was initially expecting, around the £50-£70 mark for dresses.
The other thing that caught my eye is their accessories and there were some really nice cuffs, necklaces and scarves which are all on my wishlist.
This is a really large store, way bigger than I expected as it goes back and around a corner. There’s a good sized women’s section which I’d guess takes up ²⁄₃^rd of the store, and there’s also mens clothes. There could be kids stuff too but I tend to blank that kind of thing out.
This time I was just in for a browse, so didn’t try anything on or deal with the staff.

Grown up H&M and I love it!
Gorgeous well made, quality clothing — some classic pieces but with an edge. Great for the work wardrobe or just for casual basics — I like their t-​shirts. It is a lot more pricey than H&M but they have beautiful clothing. The sizing is decent here too — not like Zara where the sizes if you are not a skinny mini are impossible.
Come here prepared to blow the budget, but these are clothes that will last and last. Sadly I don’t get the chance to come here often as I’m in Edinburgh but when I do there is always lots that catches my eye. Trousers about £70 and some skirts (wool) about £60-£70 but there are cheaper options. Changing rooms are clean and there is space to move about without thinking you’ll fall out bum first. The sale is decent too with it being a genuine sale so about 50% off stuff.
All in all, my go to place when I want some lovely work and casual wear.