Nood

Nood is a lovely independent clothing store on beech road in Chorlton, they hold a nice selection of independently branded womens clothing ranging from a vintage look to a more urban style. Home grown and local, it’s a nice place. The staff here are lovely too, ordering clothes in to spec and giving trustworthy advice on choices and sizing — a really great little business.

Until last week I didn’t consider myself a nudist but I am a true noodist now! This petite boutique on the leafy Beech Road area of Chorlton Cum Hardy literally drags you in off the pavement with its eye-​catching window display. Whoever designed the window display is an artist as a scarecrow dressed in the most yummy butterfly halter-​neck stands in a landscape of flowers.
I entered in a trance like state and the lovely assistant Rebecca helpfully talked me through the stock. I loved the fact that they do not buy in bulk and you view each garment as a «piece» rather than simply clothes. Prices are moderate, slightly more than high street chains but you don’t mind paying £60 for a unique Nood creation as opposed to £45 for a high street clone.
Colours are bright and fabrics are great quality. Recognisable names such as Religion get into bed with new designer wares. This is no run of the mill ladieswear. A new range of gorgeous dove grey vintage inspired oilcloth bags and cute jewellery are also available to compliment your outfit. Open Monday to Saturday from 10.30am –6pm, Nood also opens its doors on a Sunday (12−5pm) — very handy for weekday nine to fivers.
So did I buy the butterfly dress? Sadly no as Rebecca explained its lining was shop damaged, however she kindly offered to repair it for me. Lovely attitude, lovely shop. Definately one to seek out.

Nood has stuck around in Chorlton through thick and thin since 2001, a hard thing to do as an independent boutique in Greater Manchester. This longevity is testament to the enduring talent of owner Alison, who has continually offered an eclectic mix of clothes, accessories and shoes from her own portfolio as well as interesting ranges from other designers like Religion, Gash and Get Cutie.
It never feels stagnant in here, she keeps it fresh and all the accessories, bags and belts are so different to what you’d find on the high street. What I love most about this store though is it caters for every pocket. You can see why it has such a wide appeal.