Shopping In Amsterdam

Amsterdam doesn’t have the world-famous department stores of other European capitals. Its best shops tend to be small, independent boutiques, which are great for unique self-gifting, but can be harder to find. From high-fashion ateliers to pre-loved boutiques, we’ve done the digging for you and unearthed them here…

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FASHION

Carmen

Carmen Atiyah de Baets is a talented curator. She has an eye for below-the-radar fashion and accessories from across the globe: look for Corali jewellery from Copenhagen, Paris-based Fane’s understated leather bags, and Olga Basha’s New York-made denim at her chic store on Keizersgracht canal.

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Rika Studios

At her elegant, canal-side boutique, Ulrika Lundgren showcases the architectural, design-forward pieces of her own label – many crafted at a family run atelier in Italy – alongside a considered edit of exclusive jewellery, modish accessories and niche fragrances.

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Tenue de Nimes

This denim specialist in Jordaan can introduce you to the jeans you’ll be living in for years to come. Featuring makers like APC, Agolde and Italy’s Haikure, Tenue de Nimes focuses on quality pieces that will age beautifully.

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Girls of Dust

A label born in the Belgian fashion capital of Antwerp, Girls of Dust opened its Amsterdam outpost in 2024. A sister line to the motorbiking-inspired menswear of Eat Dust, its designs have a unique, outsiderish edge. Pieces are made in Portugal from European and Japanese fabrics, meaning quality is high and cuts are flattering.

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Denham

In a strange case of nominative determinism, Jason Denham ended up in denim. The English jeans maker sources the finest fabrics from mills in Japan and Italy to create precision-cut pieces that promise comfort, durability and timeless style. Denham has stores around the world now, but its flagship on Prinsengracht is still the best place to get to know the brand.

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Miscellaneous

Velour

At this multi-brand store in Jordaan, Amsterdam’s own Róhe – don’t sleep on its latest origami-inspired collection – features alongside some elite European names. Try Hereu for Spain-made leather bags and shoes or Miga Studio for Italian eyewear.

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Maha

Just off Prinsengracht, this streetwear boutique stands out because womenswear is not an afterthought – it’s the sole focus. Stüssy, Needles, Brain Dead and Wood Wood all appear, alongside Amsterdam’s own skate-inspired Pop Trading Company.

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Afura

From Ganni and Our Legacy to newer names like mfpen, Scandi brands are to the fore at this laidback store on Vijzelgracht. But there are local labels to seek out here too – start with Camiel Fortgens. There’s also a tight lifestyle edit featuring Japanese porcelain, Swedish fragrances and locally made beauty from Lo Care.

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Tamago

As you’re wandering along the Prinsengracht canal, it’s worth ducking onto Spiegelgracht for a peek in Tamago. With a focus on high-end designer labels, this well-kept pre-loved store regularly throws up covetable pieces from The Row, Loewe, Issey Miyake and more.

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Reverse

This pre-loved specialist in Jordaan is a neat treasure chest of modern names. Isabel Marant, Bella Freud and Malene Birger all land in store regularly, alongside the likes of American Vintage, APC and YMC.

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LIFESTYLE

Marie-Stella-Maris

Every sale of a Marie-Stella-Maris product contributes to a clean water project somewhere in the world. Its luxe hand, body and haircare products are all natural and vegan. From its fragrance range, clean and crisp Objets d’Amsterdam might be the perfect memento of your trip – try it at one of the brand’s two stores in the capital.

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Miscellaneous

This homewares store in Jordaan can furnish you with the lasting souvenir or gift you’ve been looking for. From incense sticks to modular porcelain, many of the products its carries are Japanese, exuding the elegant and thoughtful design for which that country is revered.

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X Bank

In the same old bank building that houses the W Amsterdam hotel, you’ll find X Bank – a store that shows off the best in contemporary Dutch design. Familiar labels such as Viktor & Rolf are here, but so too are some niche names worth getting to know – try Atelier Vesper and Fugazzi fragrances, Daniel van Dijck tableware and more.

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De Hallen

On the west side of Amsterdam, De Hallen is a cultural hub in an old tram depot. In and around its cinema, library and galleries, there are some design-led shops worth exploring – start at the Maker Store, which showcases the artisanal wares of local creators, or the Gathershop.

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