In 1893 Alfred Dunhill inherited his father’s saddlery business on London’s Euston Road and developed a luxurious line of accessories. The first collection included car horns and lamps, leather overcoats, goggles, picnic sets and timepieces. Over a hundred years later Dunhill is one of the leading makers of English luxury accessories for men and here you can choose from their range which includes luggage, briefcases, washbags, wallets, diaries and belts, ties and cufflinks.

Luxury brand Marni has launched it's high tech 'virtual store' where all the garments seem to be hanging in mid-air. Everything is very clearly photographed and you can see several views of each. Register with them so that you can create 'My Style Notes', where you can see all the pieces you've selected together in one place and then see if you can resist putting them all in your basket. Be warned that most items don't go beyond size 44/12. This really is high fashion online shopping at its best so take time to look round

Mulberry is a truly British luxury brand with an extensive line of highly crafted bags which combine stylish, standout design with the finest leathers and highly wrought detailing. Stuart Vevers, Design Director, has used Mulberry’s 1970 ‘s bohemian roots as a reference point in many of his designs and styles like the Bayswater, Emmy and Brooke have become covetable fashion classics for consumers and celebrities alike. Buy one if you can.

New web retailer Koodos offers you the opportunity of buying clothes, shoes and accessories by designers such as Gucci, Prada, Fendi, Feraud, Amanda Wakeley, Beatrix Ong and Nicole Farhi at amazing discounts. You need to check back often to see what’s there and if there’s something you like; snap it up straight away or you’ll get back to it with the frustrating ‘just sold out’ notice clearly visible. To bring you even more temptation they hold ‘Private Sales’ of certain designers’ new season’s collection which you can only take part in if you’ve registered to be on the guest list. Get registered now.

This excellent luxury online boutique is based, not totally surprisingly, at No 3 Via Roma, Florence, Italy. They offer worldwide shipping on a wonderful range of designers, including Burberry, Chloe, Balenciaga, Lanvin, Narcisco Rodruigez, Roberto Cavalli and Missoni. Prices are exactly as you would expect them to be but the pictures are very clear, with several views of each item – the range is exceptional.

At luxury brand Christian Dior's online boutique you can purchase from their range of beautiful, covetable handbags, shoes and boots, small leather accessories, scarves, watches and fine jewellery. Prices are, as you would expect, steep but if you want to be carrying the latest version of their instantly recognisable Gaucho or My Dior handbag on your arm this season you'll no doubt be prepared. Dior has specific websites for overseas shipping so you need to check if they have one for your country.

Launer handbags and small leather goods are handmade by skilled craftspeople in the softest calf, exotic lizard, ostrich and alligator skin. Every attention is paid to detail, and the gold plated fittings all feature the signature Launer rope emblem. Launer’s trademark is understated, elegant and classic. This is not the place for the up to the minute look but for really beautifully made investment pieces that will last for years.

On Amanda Wakeley’s stylish website, you can click through to the e-store where you can order from her luxuriously chic collection of dresses and separates plus accessories such as shoes, belts and stoles. A glamorous array of body-skimming silk jersey dresses, butter-soft leather jackets and seriously beautiful eveningwear in understated neutrals made beautifully in the highest quality fabric, and you can expect to find detailing such as beading, lace edging and silk satin trims.

German based Stylebop offers speedy worldwide delivery and a mix of clothing and accessory designers (with just a few listed here) who go under the headings of Great Luxury – Celine, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Valentino: Contemporary – Isabella Fiore, Kenneth Jay Lane, Kors, Juicy Couture, Day Birger et Mikkelsen and Young and Trendy – C & C California, La ROK, Ella Moss and Coast: So not much to choose from, then. You can, if you’re not sure which designer you want to look at, also choose by category, which I think makes life much easier.

Be sure to click on the English version here unless your German is exceptionally good as that’s where this online boutique is based. The talent list here is exceptional with designers such as Anna Sui, Catherine Malandrino, Christian Louboutin, Dolce & Gabanna, Termperley, McQueen and Vera Wang being just a small example. Prices are all in Euros and are totally at the designer end of the spectrum but the choice of clothes, bags, shoes and other accessories is wonderful. Now would my bank manager still speak to me if I bought those Dolce shoes? No; didn’t think so.

Although you can find a wonderful collection of her famous wrap dresses here, Diana von Furstenberg has a full collection of glamorous separates which include up-to-the-minute jackets, trousers, tops and skirts. In the Vintage section you’ll find her covetable vintage print silk jersey wraps and tops - I want them all, so no surprise there then.

As one of the ultimate ‘superbrand’ designers to come online you visit this website at your peril. As you would expect the site is very modern and beautiful (and heartstoppingly expensive) and the products irresistible. You can buy handbags, luggage, men and women's shoes and gifts, such as key rings and lighters. Don’t expect them to offer clothes, at least not for a while, as the fit would be very difficult and returns far too high.

You can buy from Burberry online through their beautifully designed website. Browse the luxuriously photographed collections including Burberry Prorsum, Burberry London and the Icons Collection then click through to Shop Online and choose from menswear, womenswear, bags and accessories. If you want to see what's coming next you can preview the new collections. Expect superb quality and gorgeous packaging.

There's no doubt that within a very short space of time Alice Temperly has become well known throughout the fashion world for her totally desirable dresses and separates, including her fabulous collection of evening dresses. Although you can only view her clothing online (and I don't expect this to change in the near future) you can buy her accessories, including handbags, gloves, belts and scarves. It's a small collection at present, but one that is bound to grow.

Here’s one of the longest established fashion retailers in the UK with a premium list of designers for men and women including Comme des Carcons, Issey Miyake, Junya Wantanabe and Johji Yamamoto plus Jill Sander and Lanvin. Shop their modern, clean website and choose where to go by designer, garment type or season. This is very much a premium priced fashion forward fix but if these designers are for you you’ll be delighted to find them online.

This is a really beautifully designed website offering the unusual and contemporary clothes and accessories designed by Allegra Hicks, who specialises in translating oriental themes into western style using strong organic patterns and colour. Her fashion collection is aimed at the woman who travels a lot and needs stylish clothes that work in many climates and travel and pack easily. There are lovely home accessories and gifts here as well and delivery is free if you buy more than three products. It’s extremely expensive otherwise.

Louis Vuitton's unmistakable, covetable (and luxuriously expensive) handbags, small leather goods sunglasses, watches, scarves and belts are now available online directly through their quick and clear website. So you don't have to go into one of their stores anymore and ask for help and information, you'll find everything you could possibly need to know here. Once you've selected your country you'll find which products are available to you to buy online.

One of the most successful and internationally well known British designers, with several collections including Paul Smith Black, Jeans and fragrance his website is, as you would probably expect, different and idiosyncratic. Here you’ll find a selection of his jeans, shoes, knitwear, t-shirts, and accessories plus a small amount of tailoring, and there are several clear views of each item. This is also a great place for gifts for Paul Smith fans.

Any member of the handbag cognoscenti will tell you that Luella's handbags are all gorgeous and covetable. Take a look at her website and you can view the collection with all the colourways, from the well known Stevie and Gisele bags to the studded Joni and whatever’s new this season. The clothing collection is now online as well.

Where online can you find the clothes (and LBDs) of Roberto Cavalli (and the less expensive line Just Cavalli), John Galliano, Theory, Moschino, VJC Versace and more? Well Harrods, of course. If you haven't looked at their well designed website recently and the truly excellent and constantly increasing range then you should do so now. Alongside the clothing there are the beauty ranges, men's and kidswear, toys, home accessories and lots of gift ideas.

On her really pretty new website you can now see the full range of Emma Hope's beautiful designer shoes at real designer prices, so if you're in the mood to invest for your feet this is very much a place to explore. You'll find ballet flats, evening heels and modern platforms all in a modern range of colours, plus bags and accessories and an elegant wedding collection. Emma Hope is definitely one of the UK's most famous luxury shoe designers so take a look here now.

Linea started life as a boutique in London’s Hampstead offering designer brands from around the world. The shop is now online, with the range clearly photographed so you can see each item clearly. Included are collections from international designers such as Blumarine, Celine, Etro, Gharani Strok, Juicy Couture, Missoni and Emanuel Ungaro plus handbags and shoes by Hogan, Tods and Celine. If you're in a buying mood this could be a very dangerous site to visit.

Mikimoto is a name synonymous with beautiful pearls (they've been in business for over 100 years), and now you can buy a selection of their best selling jewellery online. Prices start at around £120 for a pair of timeless pearl studs and go up to around £2000 for their Tahitian pearl and pink sapphire pendants and earrings. Everything is beautifully gift wrapped and you can have your order within 48hours. Mikimoto ships to Japan, UK and US.

Gina was first established in 1954 and named after Gina Lollobridgida. Now it’s run by the three Kurdash brothers (the sons of the founder, Mehmet Kurdash) who continue to design totally exquisite shoes, so if you want the couture look and a seriously special pair of shoes then click no further. Here you’ll find a truly wonderful collection of beautiful, sexy shoes in the softest leather and with out-to-lunch and dinner heels. There’s a price to match as you would expect but the shoes are seriously worth it and they’ll last a long time. You’ll also find a small selection of handbags.

The Browns Fashion website is not only very clear and easy to browse round but also offers a mouthwatering list of contemporary designers including Lanvin, Balenciaga, Missoni and Paul Smith plus Dolce & Gabbanna, Roberto Cavalli, Ann Demeulemeister and Issa. There are several views of each item plus lots of essential information and size charts. Look here too for your next Luella handbag fix (or Fendi or Marni) or pair of heels (Christian Louboutin or Marc Jacobs).

Theo Fennell is famous as the jewellery designer of stars such as Elton John. His modern diamond studded crosses and keys are recognised the world over together with his solid silver marmite lids and Worcester sauce bottle holders. Nothing on this website is inexpensive but you’ll find some extremely beautiful and unique designs and if you buy anything you can be sure it will be exquisitely presented. Browse the site and see if you can resist.

Exquisite and expensive. The two words that sum up one of the World's most luxurious jewellery emporiums. Anything in the signature Tiffany blue box is sure to make a perfect present, from the smallest piece of Elsa Peretti or Paloma Picasso jewellery to wonderful classic diamonds and pearls you simply can't go wrong. Beautiful Tiffany glass candlesticks, bowls and stemware, the new Tiffany fragrance in its lovely glass bottle or christening gifts for a new baby, it's all available online.