Well - it would depend on $$ and I assume that you are looking for cutting shears ??? and not specialty scissors.
For general cutting shears, I have a pair of Gingers that I have had for 30 years (sharpened a few times - lol) - still my favorite. Fiskars make a good cutting shear as well. I have have a couple of different sizes of these (doesn't stay as sharp as long IMHO).
For special scissors, I have a pair of serrated Havels that are fantastic for trimming
http://www.havelssewing.com/serrated...els-30178.html
But these are not general cutting shears. I also have a "to die for" pair of 5" Spring Loaded Embroidery Snips w/ Lanyard that I wear around my neck (Erica's has these on line) for hand sewing and LAQ.
Hope this helps. Look for a 50% off coupon at JoAnns - or wait till they are on sale!