Born and bred in Edinburgh, fashion brand Ness provides distinctive designs that set it apart from the generic trends on the high street. Famous for its tartan, Ness continues to inject life and personality into the wardrobes of women worldwide. Find their store at the Eastgate Centre. www.ness.co.uk

Hung is a new contemporary arts and crafts gallery situated in the heart of Inverness. The gallery showcases the best that Scotland has to offer with unique, hand-made pieces from local artists (5 Lombard Street, tel: 01463 221 926).

Located in one of Inverness's busiest markets, Ginger is the perfect shopping spot if you're looking for a special, unique gift for friends and family. It offers a range of fashion accessories including handbags, scarves, hair accessories, jewellery and watches in a selection of designs (15 Market Arcade, Victorian Market; tel: 01463 222212).

The Whisky Shop. A trip to the Highlands wouldn't be complete without visiting The Whisky Shop, which stocks an extensive selection of whisky. The knowledgeable staff are happy to provide advice (17 Bridge Street, tel: 01463 710525).