Sex and the City - and Carrie and co's addiciton to Manolo's - demonstrated the popularity of the shoe in this day and age, with many women prepared to spend the equivalent of their mortgage payment on a pair of Louboutins.

Men are getting in on the act now too, and the surge in the market is more than clear with a look around popular London shopping destinations, and the abundance of shoe stores.

Regent Street, of course, attracts only the most stylish and exclusive of stores and labels and so is therefore delighted with the openings of both Russell & Bromley and Dune this month. Situated at 128-130 and 224 Regent Street respectively , the new stores promise to bring the very best in quality footwear, offering both up-to-the-minute trends as well as a more classic variety of shoe, catering to the varied tastes of the Regent Street shopper.

Established since 1880, Russell & Bromley's reputation in the luxury shoe market is second to none, with 43 stores nationwide, stocking a cast array of major fashion brands, as well as their own exclusive range. 

Dune, catering to perhaps a slightly younger customer, was recently awarded the Multiple Retailer of the Year in the prestigious Footwear Awards. Sponsored by fashion industry insider, Drapers magazine, this is certianly a sign that the addition of Dune is certain to be a popular choice on Regent Street.

With an extensive range of accessories also available in store, the new shoe shops are a fantastic place to head for Christmas presents, or for treating oneself!

Open seven days a week, take a look inside the new stores today!