Adriana Degreas is one of the top luxury swimwear brands in Brazil. The boutique sells her glamorous designs, which are known internationally for their intricate styles and cutting-edge look.

Rich hues and strong silhouettes dominate at this tasteful Jardins boutique.

Brazil’s version of Eres, the chic French bathing suit label, Slama sells women’s bathing suits and glamorous beachwear. The swimsuits are stylish and versatile, as are the colorful palazzo pants and beaded caftans.

This hippy, beachy brand from Rio is set in a cool, multi-story villa designed from a sustainable concept that incorporates live plants and mini-waterfalls. The shop (in the Vila Madalena neighborhood) sells colorful, surfer girl fashions and homewares.

Like a Brazilian version of Donna Karan, Flavia Aranha has a down-to-earth, neutral color-based aesthetic. The emphasis in this trendy shop in Vila Madalena is on organic, natural materials

Melissa, the famous plastic shoe company, has outlets around the world but its flagship in São Paulo. This concept store is worth a visit just to check out the display, which is treated like a rotating art exhibition.

This celebrated local designer sells her intricate designs out of an airy shop in the Jardins neighborhood.

The quintessential Brazilian accessory, Havaiana flip-flops, can be purchased in styles and patterns in São Paolo that are not available abroad. The first pair was produced in 1962, and they still make fun and easy souvenirs.

Laia sells hand-made shoes in classic and contemporary styles. This tiny shop is located in the trendy Vila Madalena area of town

The best bathing suit brand in Brazil has long been Lenny Niemeyer. The name Lenny is synonymous with high-fashion swimwear designed for stylish women.

Just around the corner from the Fasano hotel is NK, an emporium that sells designer labels from around the world. NK stands for Natalie Klein, who founded the store in 1997. The store also sells Natalie’s own seasonal fashions.

Patricia Bonaldi’s modern boutique sells her dreamy, romantic designs. Flowy, ethereal gowns and feminine clothes line the racks in this shop located in the Jardins.

Refazenda, meaning revival, focuses on sustainable fabrics and playful prints. Designer Magna Coeli has been creating and reinventing Brazilian fashion for 25 years.

Richards has long been the traditional go-to brand for Brazilians looking for a local version of Ralph Lauren-type clothes. Shoppers can browse both men’s and women’s clothing as well as accessories like bathing suits and leather moccasins that are vibrant, classic and well made.

Visit this luxury store in Jardins to shop for beautiful items like well-cut wool coats, leather purses and bold shoes. Everything sold at Saad is made in São Paulo by experienced artisans.

The most sought-after lingerie label in Brazil is Valisere, which sells a variety of elegant and sexy designs.