I arrived in London from Jamaica with a battered case. The air was sha…

When I first set foot in London from Kingston with a small bag. It was freezing, but the streets lit up. Neon signs flickered on Oxford Street, Regent Street showed off magical displays, and Carnaby swung. That first Christmas, I learned how special quirky unusual gifts for 40th birthday man who has everything are.

At that time, there was no Google to show luxury gift shops London. You had to roam, stumble around, and find gems. The small boutiques were the real magic.

Even now, I always remind friends the quirky gifts are the vintage treasures. A retro cocktail cabinet will always beat plastic tat.

Independent gift shops London still sell the unique gifts that make memories. And for glamour, luxury shops in Mayfair will add glamour.

Every autumn, I feel the city turn festive. That’s when I start hunting for quirky gifts. Look up best gift shops in London and you’ll find plenty. But the best treasures always exist in the independent shops.

For this reason, I always say that unique gifts are the most powerful. They last, just like the glow of the neon.