Both the internet and the arrival of the nearby St James Quarter has led many locals and tourists to do their shopping elsewhere, and the Capital’s most famous street can often seems quite deserted nowadays.
But it wasn’t always this way. Take a look through our photo gallery to see a dozen great Princes Street shops of the Nineties and Nougthies that are much missed.
5. JJB Sports
From Pro Shoes to Sports Connection, Princes Street had some great sporting goods stores in the 1990s and 2000s. JJB Sports, a firm partially taken over by Sports Direct in 2012, was another good example. Photo: JANE BARLOW
6. Clintons Cards
Clintons on Princes Street, the place to go for that last minute birthday card/gift. Photo: BILL HENRY
7. Ratners jewellers in Princes Street 1992
The lowest prices in town, apparently. Photo: Bill Henry
8. Littlewoods
A great department store with affordable clothing options. Also had a wonderful pick 'n' mix selection. Photo: SUSAN BURRELL