Edinburgh Designer Shops & Boutiques
Edinburgh's outstanding range of designer shops and boutiques range from major stores such as the unique Harvey Nichols and the famous Jenners, to a gallery of delightful small boutiques dotted throughout the city. Whether you're looking for brand names or one of creations, the following outlets will undoubtedly have something to suit.
Harvey Nichols
Favoured by fashionistas and fabulously famous, Harvey Nichols is a shopping experience not to be missed. Top labels like John Galliano, Lulu Guinness, Tracy Reese, Fendi, Paul Smith, For All Mankind and We Live Like This make the store a star attraction for shoppers in the city. As well as gorgeous clothes for men and women, there are beauty treats and accessories a plenty. Don't forget to take a break in The Forth Floor Restaurant where you can take in great views of the city.
St Andrews Square, City Centre T:0131 524 8388 www.harveynichols.com
Jenners
A real local hero - Edinburgh has been selling high quality clothes since 1838 and is one of Britain's oldest department stores. Don't be fooled by the vintage credentials though, the fashions are strictly cutting-edge. You'll find names like DKNY, Armani, Moscino here - and the Fashion Lab is full of casual clothes with a twist. Pay a visit and you'll soon see why this much-loved store has been dubbed "The Harrods of the north".
Princes Street, City Centre T: 0131 225 2442 www.jenners.com
Belinda Robertson Cashmere
A modern take on cashmere - strong colours, crisp lines and luxurious softness - designer cashmere heaven, no wonder you'll find some major international celebs amongst Belinda's many fans.
13a Dundas Street, New Town T: 0131 557 8118 www.belindarobertson.com
Multrees Walk
Appropriately enough, Edinburgh's newest designer district is right next to Harvey Nichols. Multress Walk is home to a number of designer stores, including Louis Vuitton and Emporio Armani. You'll also find a wine bar / café where you can refuel and plan your next assault on the shops and, just in case you're having a bad hair day, there's a Vidal Sassoon salon!
St Andrews Square, City Centre www.the-walk.co.uk
New Town boutiques
Edinburgh's New Town is full of small, but stylish stores, from designer ladies' wear to one off jewellery. If you're looking for something different it's well worth exploring Rose Street, Thistle Street and William Street, where you'll find a treasure trove of boutiques and independent stores. If you're after a more bohemian vibe, stroll down to Stockbridge where you'll find lots of jewellery workshops and studios.
Old Town boutiques
The winding streets of the Old Town may, at first glance look more picturesque than shopper's paradise, but take the time to wander along St Mary's Street and Jeffery Street (both off the Royal Mile) and you'll find loads of independent stores stocking everything from evening wear to one off creations for clubbers. Victoria Street's eclectic mix of shops is also worth investigating.
Boudiche
The philosophy behind the shop was not just to bring elegant lingerie to Edinburgh, but also provide a haven for the shop-o-holic - reintroducing shopping as an experience and not a chore. Sitting beside the lingerie, they have loungewear, jewellery, shoes, handbags, cosmetics - the list goes on' - what more could the modern girl about town want from a shop?
15 Frederick Street, City Centre T: 0131 226 525 www.boudiche.co.uk
Totty Rocks
This Old Town Boutique is a treasure trove of cutting edge fashion. They have a gorgeous range of bags, accessories and shoes all jostling for space alongside a special vintage selection handpicked by owners Holly and Lynsey as well as their own collection whcih features some great statement pieces in beautiful prints
40 Victoria Street, Edinburgh, 0131 226 3232 www.tottyrocks.co.uk
Anta
This family run Scottish design company produces a range of sylish and contemporary stoneware and textiles, all inspired by the Scottish landscape and capturing the perfect blend of contemporary cool and classic Scottish elegance.
Crocket's Land, 91-93 West Bow, Old Town T: 0131 225 4616 www.anta.co.uk
Hawick Cashmere
With the company headquarters is still based in the original nineteenth century Trinity Mill in Hawick, Hawick Cashmere are one of Scotland's leading cashmere specialists. All garments are made from the finest quality cashmere fibre available and to the highest standards of craftsmanship and the Edinburgh shop offers an impressive range to choose from.
71-73 Grassmarket, Old TOwn T: 0131 225 8634 www.hawickcashmere.com
Helen Bateman
Helen Bateman's shop is every shoe fanatics dream, with a bespoke shoe design service that aloows you to create your own perfect pair of shoes, in a range of contemporary styles. There's also a wealth of seasonal accessories to cover, including scarves, hats and belts to finish off any outfit.
16 William Street, West End T: 0131 220 4495 www.helenbateman.com
Jane Davidson
Established in 1969, Jane Davidson is an independent, family run womenswear boutique housed on 3 floors of a Georgian townhouse. Offering exceptional standards of personal service and a first class selection of unique designer merchandise, it's no wonder that Harpers & Queen recently voted the store one of the top 25 boutiques in the world.
52 Thistle Street, City Centre T: 0131 225 3280 www.janedavidson.co.uk
Sam Thomas
Sam Thomas sells an array of designer casual and formal wear for women as well as accessories, jewellery, footwear and underwear.
18 Stafford Street, West End T: 0131 226 1126
