Popping up for a limited time only across the city, the pop up shops London events give you the change to indulge in a fleeting shopping experience and snap up some unusual and exclusive items at the same time.

Limited edition pop up shops
London might be well known for its large and long established flagship stores, but increasingly there are a number of small boutiques and quirky shops setting up and then disappearing again before anyone has the chance to take them for granted. Open for a few weeks or in some cases just days, you'll need to be quick if you want to take advantage of these pop up shops.

London highlights
It can be tricky to keep track of all the temporary shops before they pop back down again, so here's a list of some of the highlights available now. From designer fashion to work from up and coming artists, there's bound to be something here to tickle your fancy.

Claire's Accessories Pop Up Shop
Open for a limited time only in Mayfair, the Alice in Wonderland inspired Claire's pop up shop is selling Mad Hatter tea party inspired earrings and necklaces, stripey knee socks in a magical grotto setting. Parlour pop up
Another one of the stylish pop up shops London events taking place in the spring of 2010, the Parlour pop up in Clerkenwell is holding a series of special events, games and letter writing workshops. Merci
One of the most fashionable pop up shops around at the moment, the Merci pop up shop at Idea brings a dose of Parisian glamour to Carnaby. Pick up chic floral designs on fashion, jewellery and homeware here. Alice in Wonderland at Selfridges
Head to the Alice in Wonderland inspired pop up shop at Selfridges to see costumes from the new film by Tim Burton, as well as exclusive jewellery designed by Stella McCartney. Museum of Small Things
An exhibition and a pop up shop all rolled into one, the Museum of Small Things at Selfridges features limited edition handbags by Grayson Perry, as well as other small but beautiful work from other British artists. Pop up bars and restaurants
As well as the temporary shops popping up across London, there are also a select few restaurants serving up food for a limited time only. There's the special Mahiki Winter Terrace at Harvey Nichols and all manner of other events taking place across the city. The pop up shops London events take place throughout the year; click on the individual links for specific information. For further details on other events taking place in London, click below.