As Snorky said, a good post, but I have to say Sean, that I think you were defending yourself when it wasn't really you that was being aimed at. I also agree that the ED Warehouse sounds great, but if I was looking for (just say) an interesting and unique necklace for Mrs Keef, I would still go in there, even if there was an "Accessorize" next door, as would most people I think. We all know exactly what we're going to get from a chain, and if I want a certain thing, I like to be able to nip to whatever shop and get it. However, if I want something a bit different, it's nice to have an alternative. NOTE: Accessorize is a shop that I hate with a passion having had a scouse girlfriend who liked it WAY too much! But you get what I'm trying to say. There's room for both people.