The Northern Fjords
Bengt Dahlberg's scented trail can reach as far as the dock as he handcrafts his wares in the basement of an old boathouse. Follow your nose and pick up a…
Must-see shopping in Europe
Oslo
This is our kind of shop: good coffee, tasty dishes from around the world (dhal from India, snacks from Italy and cakes from...where else but Norway),…
Aran Islands
One of the island's main employers was founded more than 40 years ago and today exports fine woollen garments – including iconic Aran sweaters – to some…
Aix-en-Provence
Bibliophiles rejoice: this brilliant Anglophile bookshop has a huge selection of English-language books for sale (among works in other languages) and a…
Ålesund
In the old harbour district near the fishing museum, this quirky glassworks turns out all manner of curious creations – from technicolour chicken jugs to…
Derry (Londonderry)
Run by local artists and designers, Smart Swag sells original and unusual pieces such as jewellery made from vinyl records, upcycled furniture, screen…
Amsterdam
Travel lovers will be in heaven in the galleried, skylit interior of Europe's largest travel bookshop. If it's travel- or outdoor-related, you can dream…
Oslo
Both a rare and cult lit dealer and cafe, this bookshop is set to be your new favourite. Make yourself at home on the front-room sofa with a good coffee…
The West End
The fashion doyenne of the punk and new-wave aesthetic, Westwood has always had a reputation for being controversial and political. She continues to…
Iraklio
This recommended shop specialises in the kinds of souvenirs that won't embarrass you a year down the track: designer art prints, jewellery, notebooks,…
Greater Reykjavík
A wide selection and relatively low prices make this factory outlet one of the best places in Iceland for hand- or machine-made lopapeysur (Icelandic…
North London
Right next to the canal lock, this section of Camden Market is the the place to go for diverse food stalls in the West Yard, as well as for several nice…
Formentera
An exquisite concept store owned by Alessandro Negri, Formentera's most famous designer. The tastefully styled premises are graced by all the earthy,…
St-Jean de Luz
This renowned shop, selling delicious Basque-style macarons (melt-in-the-mouth biscuit-like delicacies), hams and other regional foods, has been trading…
Cumbria & the Lakes
This upmarket village shop developed the recipe for sticky toffee pudding – accept no substitute. You can buy it to cook at home and it also comes in…
Vienna
Recycled design, ecology and social responsibility underpin the quirky designs at Gabarage. Old bowling pins become vases, rubbish bins get a new life as…
The West End
Outlet of the Soul Jazz Records label: explorers of wild, wonderful and often forgotten corners of black music who bring back gems for their legendary…
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
This collection of paintings, sculpture, etchings, antique maps and prints has been lovingly collected by owner Chris Kikas, who used to run a gallery in…
The West End
An original Edwardian bookshop, with oak panels, galleries and gorgeous skylights, Daunt is one of London’s loveliest bookshops. There are several Daunt…
Bruges
Look for Thibaut Vandorselaer’s wonderful illustrated guides at this colourful comic shop. There’s also a comprehensive collection of comics and graphic…
Belgrade
The domain of hipster graphic artists, this small boutique does the city's best designer T-shirts, trucker hats, canvas bags, art prints and other design…
Ghent
This extremely popular flea market is a must for lovers of retro (especially the '70s). During the Gentse Feesten the market runs for 10 days straight and…
County Clare
You’ll likely find weaver Jean Moran behind her loom in this studio-workshop, surrounded by her creations. Browse local craftspeople's work, or learn the…
Annie’s Vintage Costume & Textiles
North London
One of London’s most enchanting vintage shops, this high-end boutique has costumes to make you look like Greta Garbo. Many a famous designer has come here…
South Cornwall
Music aficionados mustn't miss Falmouth's finest record store, with a just-so selection of vinyl and CDs, leather sofas, magazines to browse and very…
Athens
Eleftheria Domenikou is the young designer whose minimalistic, elegant yet comfortable clothes and accessories are stocked here. She cooperates with…
Venice
All of the Griffin's brightly coloured leather belts, bags and wallets are proudly made right here, using only traditionally tanned leather from Tuscany…
Liège
On Sundays much of Liège's main riverside road is shut to make space for this vibrant, multicultural market, which encompasses cheap designer rip-offs,…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
At this design shop in the distinctive clock-tower building, the sharp, stylish arts, crafts and homewares are produced by members of the Fiskars…
Bruges
A fabulous sweets shop with eye-popping fuchsia decor. It sells umpteen varieties of fudge and candies, plus ice cream to go. Check out the candy sticks…
Palma de Mallorca
Master shoemaker, Domingo Moya makes the most wonderful espadrilles, that Mallorcan summer sandal classic, with several styles to choose from. Prices…
Hora (Naxos)
If you're looking for something uniquely Naxian, you could do worse than these colourful T-shirts, designed in Naxos since 1988. The octopus appears in…
Hania
Beautiful naturalistic jewellery made with semi-precious stones and metals takes on floral and human forms in this small shopfront and jeweller’s workshop.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
This temple to the graphic novel has a seriously wide selection in English and Spanish in a quite riveting display.
Copenhagen
The Bornholm Store in Torvehallerne Market peddles specialties from the Danish island of Bornholm, famed for its prized local edibles. Tasty treats to…
Milan
Founded in Rome in 1945, Brioni has been synonymous with luxury since the get-go. Its name comes from the beautiful Brijuni Islands in Croatia, a favoured…
The Salzkammergut
A super-stuffed – but far from stuffy – vintage emporium, with a range of housewares, ephemera, furniture and clothes spread over several rooms and lined…
Graz
The extravagantly carved neobaroque oak facade of this historic bakery comes complete with a gold-plated double eagle above the entrance, testament to its…
Sultanahmet
A branch of the popular bath-ware retailer, which has its main showroom nearby.
Glasgow
Glasgow’s legendary weekend flea market, the Barras on Gallowgate, is a fascinating mixture of on-trend openings and working-class Glasgow. Genuine old…
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