50 best fashion boutique shops to visit across the UK
We’re a nation that loves to shop clothes, shoes and accessories, and luckily for us there are amazing boutiques the length and breadth of the country ready to cater to our every style whim.
To celebrate the reopening of retail across England, we have compiled a list of favourites from our fashion editors, favourite influencers and more than 2,000 Stella readers...
Boutiques readers recommend
Bod & Ted | Tunbridge Wells
‘It’s full of unusual labels, the staff are always helpful and, yes, they do sometimes know what you want before you’ve even looked. Amazing.’ (Alison Mullins)
Bernard Boutique | Esher, Surrey
‘Friendly staff with honest opinions. They’ll often text me photos of new items they know I will like.’ (Kate Deal)
Morgan Clare | Harrogate and Ilkley, Yorkshire
‘Morgan is a stylist who helps me build my own look. I rely on her to help me put things together, and find what will suit me among the great collections.’ (Clare Parsons)
Bottega | Cheshire
‘A super-strong team led by Sam and Alicia encourage me to try styles that are out of my comfort zone.’ (Alison Chapman)
All Seasons Boutique | Sandy, Bedfordshire
‘They have a range of sizes from 10-24, and serve coffee in china cups.’ (Jean Tipple)
Nola | Brighton
‘They know their customers and invest time sourcing under-the-radar brands that we will love. Super-friendly, I often just pop in for a natter.’ (Alexandra Addison)
Pampas | Glasgow
‘The pieces that I wear over and over have all come from here.’ (Cathi Goldinger)
Iris | Wimbledon
‘A great team who know what suits me and are honest when something doesn’t. There is something for everyone, including small gifts and accessories.’ (Gabrielle Covill )
Sass & Edge | Winchester, Hants
‘The staff are lovely and engaging, the clothes are always fabulous and interesting, and then there’s the ever-changing range of shoes and accessories – it’s an absolute gem.’ (Eileen Thompson)
Doyles | Market Harborough and Woburn Sands
‘When I moved to the area, I was so surprised (and pleased)that there was somewhere I could buy brands that I thought I’d have to travel back to London for. Very knowledgeable staff who always suggest great outfits,’ (Claire Stokes)
Boutiques STELLA recommends
Quattro Rish | Reigate, Surrey
‘The brands are great and the service here is so fantastic, it’s like shopping with a friend,’ says Stella editor Marianne Jones.
Cricket | Liverpool
The WAGs put Liverpool’s most glamorous boutique on the map – it’s the place to go to for fresh off-the-runway looks, as well as cool contemporary brands.
Triangle | East London
Founded by three friends, every product has to be simple, useful or beautiful. Knits from Universal Works and Sandqvist backpacks all pass the test.
Resident | Frome, Somerset
A wood-burning stove, trailing plants and carefully curated rails of minimalist pieces make Resident a truly Zen-like shopping experience.
BlackWhiteDenim | Wilmslow, Cheshire
With a philosophy that black, white and denim are the three staples of any timeless look, shopping here is a capsule-wardrobe-lover’s dream.
The Hambledon |Winchester
Alexa Chung and Liberty Ross have been spotted in this Georgian shop, featuring graphic-printed dresses from Stine Goya and Ganni.
ODE | Brighton
All-white walls and wood shelving – this place has a distinct Scandi feel. The labels, Ganni and Ilana Kohn among them, are just as cool.
Envoy of Belfast | Belfast
A wonderland for those who want pieces focused on quality fabric and craftsmanship.
Modern Society | London
Rejina Pyo sits alongside Re/Done denim at this gorgeous destination, which fuses fashion, lifestyle and even food with its excellent café.
Kiti |Cardiff
Founder Gwenno Penrhyn has an eye for classic pieces with a twist. Think strong prints from Lily and Lionel and Ba&Sh.
Sirene | Brighton
Just down the hill from the station, Sirene has quirky picks from labels such as Baum und Pferdgarten and Second Female. The staff, upbeat and helpful but never pushy, make shopping here a joy.
Rocca | Harrogate
With a keen eye for putting together Instagram-worthy looks, this boutique, stocking Roksanda among others, is a must-visit.
Mouki Mou | London
A concept store offering a beautiful edit of clothes and accessories.
Jane Davidson | Edinburgh
Enjoy a cup of tea while you browse designers including Dries Van Noten and Roland Mouret.
Garment Quarter | Bristol
‘This is a West Country institution, stocking classic brands like Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood,’ says fashion news and features director Bethan Holt.
Form | South-east London
With a core belief that clothes should work hard, owner Jo Johnson is a pro at showing how to mix up your wardrobe.
Bowns | Cambridge
With a clever edit of niche brands, this should be your destination if you’re after a look that no one else will be wearing at that wedding.
Vanilla | Oxford
With its zingy interior and equally punchy prints, this boutique will make you happy as soon as you enter.
Stanwells | Lymington, Hampshire, and Bournemouth
Features one of the best knitwear edits outside London – think striped cashmere joggers from Madeleine Thompson and slogan sweatshirts from Chinti & Parker.
Neilson | Cuckfield, West Sussex
Founded by three sisters, this is the place to come for oversized tailoring and slouchy knits.
Red Ruby Rouge | Co Down
From neon hairbands by Emi-Jay to delicate jewellery from By Boe, this is a go-to for accessories.
Alex Eagle | London
A finely honed edit of fashion, jewellery, art and furniture, hand-picked by Alex herself, a fashion PR-turned-entrepreneur with impeccable taste.
LN-CC | London
By appointment only, this store feels more like a fashion gallery with its minimalist rails featuring Jil Sander and Saint Laurent. It also includes a library and record shop.
Object | Manchester
Husband-and-wife team Alex and Rachael Otterwell have a keen eye for Scandi-cool.
Bias | Harrogate
Focusing on brands with a sustainable ethos, owner Sally has a similar approach when it comes to her store – sticky tape is banned so tissue paper can be reused.
Colony | Totnes, Devon
With its eclectic array of bright and colourful pieces, shopping here is an instant mood booster.
The Keep Boutique | London
Featuring clothes you’ll want to treasure, this store stocks an array of eco labels.
The Guild | Northampton
With a background in footwear design, founder Zoie stocks brands including Grenson and Veja.
Visual Impact | Isle of Wight
Stocking a wide range of heritage brands, including Barbour and Paul Smith, the super-nice team make shopping here easy.
Influencers' favourite boutiques
Collen and Clare | Southwold, Suffolk
‘This gem offers a plethora of outdoorsy yet chic labels, apt for its seaside location.’
The Dressing Room | St Albans, Hertfordshire
‘Wardrobe must-haves to suit all budgets. There are lots of known brands, but some new names that it is always great to discover.’
Hannah Rochell
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Ruskin | Whitstable, Kent
‘I’ve never been in and not bought something!’
Laboo | Blackheath, London
‘The clever edit of independent labels includes eco-friendly, ultra-flattering jeans from denim label Hepburn and corduroy dresses from Gai+Lisva.’
Melissa Abbott
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Fig & Willow | Ripon, Yorkshire
‘Situated in my home town, it’s my first stop for interesting pieces – from Italian jeans and beautiful accessories from British producers to cosy, ethically made socks.’
Cuckoo Clothing | Cambridge
‘This is the place to go for anything from a special dress to comfortable clothes to walk the dog in.’
Renata Jazdzyk
Jules B | Newcastle upon Tyne
‘This is the perfect place to go when you’re looking for new brands or designers. I love to visit when I’m on the hunt for basics.’
Cruise | Glasgow, Edinburgh and Belfast
‘Where I go for inspiration. They stock great designers and the interior is lovely.'
Eimear Varian Barry
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Bon Tot | Edinburgh
‘Alongside beautiful kids’ stuff, this has lots of home bits and really cool accessories for grown-ups.’
&Hobbs | Shere, Surrey
‘This place is a treasure trove – it’s impossible to leave empty-handed.’