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Fashion

  • Local Designer, Accessories

    Artemis Design Co.

    Artemis was the Greek goddess of the hunt, and Artemis Design Co. founder Milicent Armstrong is herself an impressive huntress, scouring the world for antique textiles...

    Local Designer, Accessories - Artemis Design Co. Photo Credit: Adam Detour
  • Children's Clothing

    Mulberry Road

    Why should the Beckham brood have all the fashion fun? Put David and Posh’s kids to shame with a trip down Mulberry Road...

  • Consignment Store

    Covet

    Thou shalt not covet? One step inside this small but well-stocked Southie shop and you’ll be tempted to sin a little...

    Consignment Store - Covet Photo Credit: Nicole Popma
  • Costume Jewelry

    Portobello Road

    Recently relocated to The Street, Portobello Road channels the famous London street market with global wares...

  • Fine Jewelry

    Joseph Gann Jewelers

    Established in 1933, Joseph Gann Jewelers has sold fine jewelry for three generations...

  • Handbags

    Saks Fifth Avenue

    Sometimes all you need is lipstick, your iPhone and cash...

  • Intimate Apparel

    Forty Winks

    Dressing well is about more than meets the eye...

  • Jeans

    In-jean-ius

    Packed with up to 30 brands, including Citizens of Humanity, Joe’s, J Brand and Hudson, this North End boutique tucked away near the water...

    Jeans - In-jean-ius Photo Credit: Holly Rike
  • Local Designer—Clothing

    Tatiana Tejedor

    This Colombian native is all over the place, but in a good way. An emerging designer with a background in architecture, interior design and fine art...

  • Local Designer—Jewelry

    Sophie Hughes

    Sophie Hughes knows her way around a hammer and anvil...

    Local Designer, Jewelry - Sophie Hughes Photo Credit: Holly Rike
  • Men’s Clothing—High-End

    Louis

    Proudly family-owned and operated since the 1800s, Louis boasts a legendary men’s selection...

  • Men’s Clothing—Moderate

    Sault New England

    When you see an old-timey bicycle (complete with basket) parked on the sidewalk, you’ll know you’re in the right place...

  • Men’s Shoes

    Clarks

    Founded in 1825, this British brand (with an American headquarters in Newton) has won many fans over the years, from mods to rappers to Walter White...

  • Men’s Suits

    Blank Label

    Imagine: You, a comfy chair, a glass of scotch and a dedicated pro armed with measuring tape...

    Men’s Suits - Blank Label Photo Credit: Michael Kinlin
  • Party Dresses

    Wish

    With a calendar full of patio parties, weddings and beach BBQs, what’s a girl to do? Hit Beacon Hill’s Wish for the ultimate party dress, of course...

  • Shopping Destination

    Chestnut Hill

    An old dog got some new tricks. The region’s oldest suburban shopping center, Chestnut Hill Shopping Center, is now The Street...

  • Sneakers

    Bodega

    There’s a Wizard of Oz quality to this sneaky sneaker store...

  • Thrift Store

    Boomerangs

    If popping tags is your passion, prepare to be obsessed...

  • Upgrades

    Chanel and Valentino

    We’ve been wowed by the recent makeovers of two luxury powerhouses. First, Chanel moved from its No. 5 Newbury address to No. 6...

  • Welcome Return

    Dress

    It’s like that friend you haven’t seen in a while, but fall right back in step with the moment you reunite...

  • Welcome Trend

    American-Made Fashion

    When much fashion is made abroad under conditions that are questionable at best, it’s heartening to see headlines touting a resurgence in heritage brands...

  • Women’s Clothing—High-End

    Viola Lovely

    Don’t let the vintage sawhorses, industrial pipe racks and rustic floors fool you: This South End boutique is luxe...

  • Women’s Clothing—Moderate

    Crush

    From laser-cut jackets to beaded maxi dresses, every trend is accounted for at Crush...

  • Women’s Shoes

    Moxie

    With Boston’s reputation as a walking city, the right pair of shoes is a top priority...

  • Worst Trend

    Ugly “Chic” Sandals

    We’d written off normcore as a pseudo-trend, then realized that the concept may have legs—or, at least, feet...