FASHION
AKRIS
Bringing the finest Swiss luxury to Newbury Street, Akris shapes Boston women with its architecturally inspired clothing made youthful with modern twists. 29 Newbury St., 617-536-6225; akris.ch
ALAN BILZERIAN
Alan Bilzerian advises customers to leave more time than usual to shop its avant-garde wares due to the high volume of inventory and the emphasis on different fabrics. With brands like Alexander McQueen, Isabel Marant, and Issey Miyake, this shop covers both basics and fabulously eclectic pieces. 34 Newbury St., 617-5361001; alanbilzerian.com
ALL TOO HUMAN
Located in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay, this lifestyle boutique is redefining the city’s fashion scene, hosting a variety of established and emerging designers—Dries Van
Noten, Delpozo, Roksanda, and
Alyx, to name a few—as well as carefully curated rotating art installations. 236 Clarendon St., 857-350-3951; alltoohumanboston.com
ANNE FONTAINE
From workwear to eveningwear, these classic European designs have something stylish for every woman. INSIDER TIP: Although white blouses are the house specialty, the brand has built a newer following for its exquisite neck collars and ethereal jet tops. 280 Boylston St., 617-4230366; annefontaine.com
BARBOUR
This British outerwear specialist focuses on classic country apparel for men, women, and children. Look out for its sturdy hunter’s jackets, cozy sweaters, and stylish, mud-loving boots. 79 Newbury St., 617-3757829; barbour.com
BLOOMINGDALE’S
This storied department store sports personal shopping services and uber-cool, exclusive boutiques from the best of high fashion, including Chanel, Gucci, and Jimmy Choo. The home department is unrivaled in town. The Shops at Chestnut Hill, Chestnut Hill, 617-630-6000; bloomingdales.com
BROOKS BROTHERS
The vanguard of American heritage style, Brooks Brothers offers classic men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel. INSIDER TIP: The oxford shirts and cashmere cable sweaters are unparalleled. 46 Newbury St., 617-2672600; brooksbrothers.com
BURBERRY
The best of modern British fashion, Burberry offers its iconic ready to wear, outerwear, and accessories at its Newbury Street boutique. Look for the evolved staple trench coats with leather trimming and other cuttingedge details. 2 Newbury St., 617-2361000; burberry.com
CALYPSO ST. BARTH
Bringing a French West Indies flare to Newbury Street, Calypso St. Barth is the mecca of all things high-end bohemian: Buttery leather jackets, sherbert-colored cashmere dusters, and head-turning bikinis are to be expected. 114 Newbury St., 617-4211887; calypsostbarth.com
CHANEL
The iconic Parisian fashion house brings old-world elegance and always-on-trend stylings to its three-floor flagship offering ready to wear, accessories, and shoes. Simply gorgeous. 6 Newbury St., 617-8590055; chanel.com
DOLCE & GABBANA
This jewelbox of a boutique is a recent addition to Newbury Street—and more than welcome! Indulge in Dolce & Gabbana’s bold, high fashion goods, including luxury leather and extravagant jewelry and accessories. 11 Newbury St., 857-254-0669; dolcegabbana.com
FLOCK
Bringing the boho-chic vibes of the West Coast to the South End, Flock offers pieces from Wildfox, Show Me Your Mumu, and Alternative Apparel.
INSIDER TIP: Store stylists love working one-on-one with clients to find their perfect look. 274 Shawmut Ave., 617-391-0222; flockboston.com
FRYE
From its beautiful brick corner building on Newbury Street, this American company offers high quality leather boots for men, women, and children. In addition to footwear, shop a great selection of handbags, wallets, belts, and other accessories. Giddy up. 284 Newbury St., 617-247-3793; thefryecompany.com
GRETTA LUXE
National stylist Gretta Monahan sets the tone in her bespoke boutique, Gretta Luxe, coaching customers how to incorporate trends to reflect personal style. Expect pieces from Chloé, Stella McCartney, and Proenza Schouler. 94 Central St., Wellesley, 781-237-7010; grettaluxe.com
GUCCI
Step off of bustling Boylston Street and into Gucci’s sleek space to view collections from one of the most prominent fashion houses in the world. Handbags, ready to wear, shoes, accessories—the brand’s comprehensive approach to fashion, reimagined under new creative director Alessandro Michele, is on display. 800 Boylston St., 617-2473000; gucci.com
HERMÈS
This classic Parisian fashion house, known for its iconic Birkin bag and silk scarves, lights up Heritage on the Garden in a newly renovated boutique featuring two floors of world-coveted ready to wear, accessories, and shoes. 320 Boylston St., 617-482-8707; hermes.com
MAX MARA
Luxurious wrap coats, sleek sheaths, and swing skirts—all in top-tier fabrics— are a given at this Italian fashion house, whose aesthetic is geared toward the contemporary-chic woman who flaunts her refined, dynamic, and sophisticated style. 69 Newbury
St., 617-267-9775; maxmara.com
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MONCLER
From puffy ski parkas to slim wool sweaters, no one does sporty-luxe better than this French-Italian brand. INSIDER TIP: Make sure to give the sales associates your number: They will text you with customized merchandise for your size and style. Copley Place, 857-317-7619; moncler.com
NORTH RIVER OUTFITTER
Think New England in the form of a boutique. From plaid and twill pieces to the finest outerwear, North River Outfitters has the necessities for a summer weekend on Nantucket or a winter ski holiday. Featured brands include Joie, Peter Millar, and Patagonia. 122 Charles St., 617-7420089; northriveroutfitter.com
RALPH LAUREN
One of the largest names in American fashion, Ralph Lauren, the original prep, brings classic luxury clothing to this Newbury Street flagship. 93–95 Newbury St., 617-424-1124; ralphlauren.com
RICCARDI
A unique tastemaker, Riccardi offers a carefully curated selection of men’s and women’s ready to wear from fashion houses such as Comme des Garçons, Saint Laurent, Valentino, and Balmain. 116 Newbury St., 617-266-3158; riccardiboston.com
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
Beauty, haute couture, shoes? This historic department store in the heart of the Back Bay has it all in spades— and has since it first opened, in 1924. The Shops at Prudential Center, 617-262-8500; saks.com
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO
A Florentine fashion house specializing in luxury goods and best known for its bow-trimmed shoes, Salvatore Ferragamo also offers ready to wear, handbags, and other accessories. Copley Place, 617-8594924; ferragamo.com
SARA CAMPBELL
Dedicated to its handmade in the usa label, South End design house Sara Campbell builds its womenswear pieces on the philosophy of giving back to the community. Best known for the Magic Dress—a flattering, ruche-styled sheath—the brand represents classic sophistication updated with hidden details and twists. 44 Plymouth St., 617-482-7272; saracampbellwebsite.com
SERENELLA
One of Back Bay’s best-kept secrets, this boutique enjoys an international reputation for being the “best of the best.” A curated blend of couture, ready to wear, and accessories, Serenella features luxury products from storied fashion houses, such as Roberto Cavalli, and contemporary designers on the rise, like Gabriela Hearst. 134 Newbury St., 617-2625568; serenella-boston.com
TED BAKER
This British clothing company blends traditional and contemporary influences to create menswear and womenswear that pop with color and ’70s flower power. 201 Newbury St., 617-450-8339; tedbaker.com
TESS & CARLOS
Tess & Carlos opened its doors to cater to women looking for excellently tailored and constructed clothing— along with laser-sharp personalized styling. Stocking hard-to-find designers, such as Sarah Flint and Hache, this Harvard Square boutique attracts quite the stylish set. 20 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-864-8377; tessandcarlos.com
VINCE
Shop for effortlessly sophisticated basics for men and women—think cashmere sweaters, uber-soft T-shirts, and boots—at either of Vince’s Back Bay stores. 71 Newbury St., 617-2790659; Copley Place, 617-236-5535; vince.com