135 Newbury Street, 3rd Floor
617 391 0551
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The Best of Boston 2009 Colorist Blonde winner has left Emerge and opened his own salon. While especially talented with the blondes, his skills are far from limited to one color. Joining him is stylist Tim Robishaw best known for his killer blowouts.
65 Chestnut Street, Beacon Hill
617 723 8111
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The best in Boston for unique and sophisticated home accessories. They continually change their stock with the seasons so you'll always find something new, interesting and irresistible.
116 Newbury Street, Back Bay
617 266 3158
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High quality fashion forward clothes. You can find the newest in style here first. Great for designer jeans both men and woman. The friendly and helpful staff will help you find what you are looking for and they aren't shy about letting you know what isn't working!
511 Tremont Street, South End
617 247 2360
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Everything for men in one place from designer jeans and tailored button ups to refurbished tents and grooming products. Always has a great selection of designer clothes and accessories with unique style and an energetic staff to help you find everything you need.
23 Tremont Street, South End
617 247 6969
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Full of vintage, hipster, and futuristic clothes, accessories and gadgets. Nice selection of unique T-shirts, hoodies and jeans. Great place to find gifts, true to their name this place really has a motley of goods to choose from.
283 Summer Street, South Boston
617 423 2257
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Achilles’ retail division features exclusive and limited-run clothing and accessories from competitive to high-price point fashion lines. Achilles also carries previous unreleased collection from a wide variety of designers and artists—all for both women and men. In addition to clothing, the boutique also features high-design accessories, media, home furnishings, and toys. Adding to the space is a full-service restaurant and bar: Persephone.
800 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill
617 859 7845
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With a fashion forward yet subtle style, STIL provides the Boston woman with a way to push the envelope. The designs are edgy and understated, tantalizing and tasteful. The concept may seem contradictory, but it’s the creative mix Boston women want. Plus, with a strong influence of Scandinavian designers and exclusive up and comers, STIL’s patrons never see themselves coming and going on the sidewalk.
530 Tremont Street, South End
857-204-2346
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A little needle in the form of acupuncture can rejuvenate you both mentally and physically. The list of benefits is long, and the results immediate and these people are the pros.
30 Newbury Street, Back Bay
617 266 7222
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This salon is a must for anyone concerned about looking and feeling amazing. And with a sublime interior setting with furniture from the legendary Philippe Stark, the James Joseph Salon simply exudes cool sophistication. Cuts start at $40 and salon hours operate every day of the week, so there is no excuse for you not to try the place.
160 Newbury, Back Bay
617 369 0100
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They always have the newest, hip-est casual clothes here. Whether its jackets, hoodies, shoes or shirts. Check out the new Von Zipper's Lucre Collection of sunglasses.
156 Newbury Street, Back Bay
617 236 1238
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Amazing little boutique full of unique vintage inspired designs. The store cuts only a few sizes of every item, so if they don't have your size you are out of luck. Luckily there's enough variety in this place that your sure to find something else to love.
88 Charles Street, Beacon Hill
617 722 9200
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You'll need time to explore all the nooks and crannies of this gem. Their focus is on unique and interesting home accessories such as: butterflies from a Paris taxidermist, glass domes and dishes, minute cast tulip petals, skulls, antique momento mori pendants and old engraved cigarette cases.
67 Holland Street, Sumerville
617 440 3359
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The independent shop goes in many creative directions, all of which focus on lesser-known labels, natural fabrics (like linen, cotton and silk) and international designers. Everything for the ladies from shoes to jeans, dresses to unique accessories.
840 Summer Street, South Boston
617 269 8999
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Gleaming, loft-like South Boston studio specializes in one-on-one makeup artistry lessons, plus waxing services and house-label cosmetics.
374 Somerville Avenue, Union Square
617 623 2429
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You never know what exciting new thing you will find here. Grand carries lines such as Thomas Paul, Sukie, Lotta Jonsdotter, Pocketo, and Rock Scissor Paper. And you can expect even more from Grand, the owners are scheming all kinds of new uses for their huge space from furniture to art shows and hosted parties.
10 Huntington Avenue, Back Bay
617 536 1959
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Inspiring mix of designers like Michael Kors, Yigal Azrouel and Zac Posen. Great for unique looks, and the best selection of purses in the city.
460 Harrison Avenue, South End
617 210 7900
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Eclectic doesn’t even begin to describe this place. One of the most extensive global collections of furniture, carpets and accessories in New England. You may get lost in the 8,000-square-foot Harrison Avenue location while searching through the amazing selection of furniture and home accents, ranging from contemporary Brazilian lighting and European leather couches, to Vietnamese Lacquered pieces and one-of-a-kind vintage Indian cabinets. Two other shops are located in Cambridge.
6 Clearway Street, Fenway/Kenmore
617 421 1550
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It may be hard to find, but should not be missed. Offering a great selection of vintage and limited-edition sneakers (Adidas ZX8000) along with graphic tees, hats, hoodies and accessories – some crafted by local artists. The store also acts as an exhibit space for artists from around the globe.
Copley Place, Back Bay
857 277 7887
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The mission of this shop (along with its other locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Miami & New York) is to teach women how to wear a bra. They really mean it. The bra specialists give plenty of personal attention, making sure everything fits properly and the style is right for the body type. Should be easy, considering the place is stocked with European designer brands like Lise Charmel, Aubade, La Perla, Simone Péréle and Prima Donna. Ooh la la!
12 Union Park Street, South End
617 357 5333
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Inspired by all things French, look for this lovely boutique in the South End’s historic district. Filled with gems from designers like Nili Lotan, In God We Trust, Epice, Tila March, Sunshine & Shadow, and Thread Social, we almost feel like we’re shopping in Paris.
334 Newbury Street, Back Bay
617 262 3348
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Boasting pieces from emerging and indie designers like Alexander Wang, Mina Stone, V-Room and Society for Rational Dress, Stel’s is the place to go for everything from basics (Rogan jeans, Loden Dager shirts) to specialty items (Spring Court leather kicks and Iosselliani pendants). Stel’s caters to both men & women with an ample supply of stylish must-haves in addition to classics that will stand the test of time.
234 Berkeley Street, Back Bay
617 262 6100
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Bostonians will correct you on the pronunciation: it’s “Loooeeeez”. Founded by Louis Pearlstein in the late 1800s, LouisBoston is housed in the historic New England Museum of National History building in Boston’s Back Bay and is highly regarded as one of the finest and unique shopping stores in the world. Featuring men’s & women’s designer clothes (Proenza Schouler, Balenciagas), quirky home décor (Ankasa, Fomasetti), accessories (Mrs John L Strong) and even a hair salon (Mario Russo).
19 Thayer Street, South End
617 423 9299
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Amazing selection of immaculately kept vintage apparel, accessories and knick-knacks in the South End. Here you might find a cocktail dress from the 60s, bags, belts, and more denim than you can imagine. A treasure chest for those seeking vintage.
34 Newbury Street, Back Bay
617 536 1001
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You’ll find everything stylish here for men and women, ranging from funky tshirts and Vans sneakers to finely tailored suits and dresses. Search labels like Stella McCartney, Lainey Keogh, and Alexander McQueen along with Alan Bilzerian’s own label of Italian-made tailored pieces.
186 Newbury Street, Back Bay
617 236 5172
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The place to find the latest items from designers like Jimmy Choo, Marc Jacobs and Tocca along with up-and-coming designers. The boutiques are known for their hands-on staff, ready to help you find the perfect jeans, tops, dresses, shoes and accessories just right for your form.
338 Newbury Street, Back Bay
617 267 8688
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The last of the independent bookstores in Boston proper. Trident offers one of the best selections of niche magazine publications anywhere. Hang out in the café with a latte or tea while you’re checking emails with free WiFi – the vibe is undeniably relaxed.
12B Eliot Street, Harvard Square
617 354 6898
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The world is a better place because of this Harvard Square shop. More than just a record store, you might not find the latest by mainstream artists, but you WILL find an abundance of niche / underground scenes, free-jazz and psychedelia, out of stock vinyl/CDs, and local band's self released records.