The abundance of small retail shops in Cologne, Germany is one of the best parts of exploring the city. From independent design shops to creative concept stores, Cologne has a thriving boutique culture ranging from approachable home decor shops to high-end fashion boutiques selling all sorts of interesting products. These are the 14 best independent shops and boutiques in Cologne, Germany!
Plenty of cities around Europe are famous for legendary shopping — Paris, Milan, Stockholm — but I had no idea that Budapest would be one of those cities. Budapest is an awesome city for shopping, full of independent boutiques, vintage collections, and cool Hungarian brands. These are the 12 independent shops + boutiques in Budapest, Hungary that you absolutely have to visit!
I am an avid thrift and vintage clothing shopper, because everything that I wear is secondhand. Thankfully, Chicago has an abundant source of secondhand clothing. Chicago’s vintage clothing scene is competitive, but the city’s selection is impeccable. This is a guide to the best vintage clothing stores and thrift clothing stores in Chicago, Illinois from local sustainable fashion blogger.
Whenever I visit new cities, I like to explore the neighborhoods because this is where people actually live and shop and eat. That is exactly why I wanted to create neighborhood guide for my Chicago neighborhood — Logan Square. I want people to experience what I love about Chicago! This neighborhood is full of diversity, interesting things happening and LOTS of delicious restaurants which I summarize in my insider’s-only neighborhood guide to Logan Square, Chicago!
I never expected to discover so many beautifully designed shops in a city like KC, but Kansas City is a creative place—you can just feel the artistic energy in the air! Every time I visit, there are new (and beautiful!) boutiques to discover and you can tell the community supports their local business. Here are 7 gorgeously designed, independently-owned boutiques to shop at on your next visit to Kansas City!
Portland, Oregon is one of the most well-known travel destinations in the western United States, thanks to its quirky people, delicious restaurants and beautiful natural surroundings. Spend 5 perfect days in Portland, Oregon with this detailed itinerary.