A change in seasons means a wardrobe refresh and a trip to some of our favorite womenswear shops. We love to combine weekends away with a little IRL retail therapy. These independent womenswear boutiques, located in captivating destinations, are small but mighty. Their carefully edited selections ensure a distinctive and individual assortment of clothing and accessories. Ten perfect reasons for a trip to shop small and be unique.
Florence, Italy
Boutique Nadine
Lungarno degli Acciaiuoli, 22/red, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Home to Renaissance art and architecture and Boutique Nadine. Boutique Nadine offers a selection of modern, feminine independent brands paired with vintage silks, cashmere, and antique lingerie and accessories that together create a distinctive, unique look.
Bordeaux, France
L’appartement Sézane
1 Pl. Puy Paulin, 33000 Bordeaux, France
The historic old city of Bordeaux, features on the UNESCO world heritage list and is home to one of Sézane’s vintage-inspired clothing and accessories boutiques. The floral-adorned L’Appartement Sézane store is designed to create an intimate, welcoming space that feels like home.
Kingston, New York
River Mint Finery
270 Fair Street, Kingston, NY
A modern, feminine boutique housed in a historic building, with pretty design details from the painted murals in the dressing room to the dramatic, white-shaded lights installation. Established in 2019, in the Hudson Valley, River Mint Finery offers a beautiful selection of womenswear and accessories. Read more
Hastings, East Sussex
Warp & Weft
68a George St, Hastings TN34 3EE, United Kingdom
The gorgeous seaside town of Hastings, famous for its battle, is home to lovely independent shops. A myriad of shops that sell homewares, art and antiques, flowers, and more. Boutique and atelier, Warp & Weft offers timeless handmade garments and accessories, selected vintage pieces, and a handmade ‘made to order’ range.
Winchester, Hampshire
The Hambledon
10 The Square, Winchester SO23 9ES, United Kingdom
The cathedral town of Winchester sits on the edge of the South Downs National Park. Known for its bustling shopping streets and The Hambledon, an award-winning lifestyle store. The Hambledon is a wonderful mini department store with a carefully edited seasonal selection of womenswear and accessories. Read More
Rye, East Sussex
Merchant & Mills
14a Tower St, Rye TN31 7AT, United Kingdom
Historic Rye with its cobbled lanes lined with medieval, half-timbered houses has a variety of boutiques, cosy cafes, and stylish pubs. If you’re feeling adventurous and creative a visit to Merchant & Mills is in order. They offer all the necessary supplies and tutorials to make your own dress, jacket, or bag. Read more
Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds
Cutter Brooks
The Square, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham GL54 1AB, United Kingdom
Charming Stow-on-the-Wold, a quintessential English town and location of Cutter Brooks. NYC meets the Cotswolds at this chic version of a “country store” by retail veteran, author and Architectural Digest contributing editor Amanda Brooks.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Holly Golightly
Borgergade 17B, 1300 København, Denmark
Holly Golightly is in the heart of stunning Copenhagen. This luxury retailer , where fashion meets art, features RTW collections, bags, shoes, accessories and fine jewellery alongside a carefully curated selection of vintage items.
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Envoy of Belfast
4 Wellington St, Belfast BT1 6HT, United Kingdom
Belfast-based Envoy of Belfast is the perfect excuse for a day trip north. A fantastic edit of European, Japanese, and American brands and pieces that are chosen for their quality of design, fabric, and craftsmanship.
Dick’s
3 N W Circus Pl, Stockbridge, Edinburgh EH3 6ST, United Kingdom
Edinburgh’s beautiful Stockbridge neighborhood has many fine independent shops. Amongst them is Dick’s that specializes in timeless classics and casual chic. Clothes with a relaxed, easy-going fit and an understated luxury. Read more
Photo courtesy @dicksedinburgh
