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Addiwan
A souk-like shop, Addiwan is bursting with colorful wares from India, Bali and Morocco that are selected by the owners who travel often to those countries. Sift through the mesmerizing treasures such as embroidered pillows, ornate bangles and silk saris.
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Alsterhaus
Hamburg’s answer to Barneys, this contemporary, upscale department store is housed inside a grand warehouse building dating to 1912 that faces onto Lake Alster. Here you will find all of the expected luxury brands arrayed over five floors and 250,000...
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Anita Hass
This minimalist boutique in the well-heeled suburb of Eppendorf displays glamorous womenswear, handbags and shoes from the eponymous designer as well as pieces from Jil Sander, Helmut Lang and Nili Lotan.
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Annette Rufeger
An unassuming storefront on the graffiti-strewn Markstraße in Karolineviertel, Annette Rufeger displays elegant, locally made womens apparel ranging from finely tailored pants to plush woolen coats and clever accessories.
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APROPOS The Concept Store
This grand and airy concept store housed inside a beautiful white mansion carries trend-setting pieces from exclusive brands. The main floor, with classical floor-to-ceiling windows displays bold pieces and handbags from designers such as Celine, Isabel Marant and Gucci. Up...
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Bettina Schoenbach
Having worked for exclusive fashion houses as Valentino and Armani, Hamburg-born Bettina Schoenbach has a keen eye for style and how to accentuate the female figure in a sophisticated, demure way. Her beautifully designed apparel ranges from satin blouses and...
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Chi Chi Fan
Chi Chi Fan displays beautifully made leather satchels, briefcases, purses and accessories in a rainbow of colors and finished with elegant hardware.
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CLOSED
This chic, airy shop carries the German brand’s own high quality denim, soft t-shirts and cozy knits for men and women.
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Frauleinwunder
This contemporary women’s shop in Schanzenviertel stocks airy blouses and tailored jackets, alongside cute leather accessories and bold, geometric jewelry. The aesthetic is decidedly Scandinavian-inspired and youthful.
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Hello Love
This cheery boutique boasts a curated mix of boho-chic wares, such as breezy printed blouses, colorful batik pillows and silk caftans.
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Herr Von Eden
This flamboyant mens line has quickly become a cult German label. Born out of a desire to imbue the fashion industry with very well-tailored and vibrantly printed garments, Herr von Eden revolutionized German fashion with stylish suits made of rich...
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Kauf Dich Glucklich
This beloved concept store (the name translates to “Buy Happy”) is laid out a bit like an apartment, with little rooms holding racks of chic womenswear. The front foyer has cool concept store products – think chic jewelry, coffee-table books,...
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Kaufhaus
This delightful store stocks beautiful products that are handmade in Hamburg. From Hanseatic gourmet treats to colorful printed postcards and delicate jewelry, there is surely something here to bring home as a charming gift.
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Kaufrausch
This adorable collective in Eppendorf contains seven mini-shops in one with a variety of wares – from leather goods to jewelry to cult homewares. Francoise Henrichs has a colorful edit of homewares and little souvenirs that are perfect for gifts....
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Klemann
For beautifully handmade shoes crafted especially for you, the elegant Klemann shoemaker is a must visit. Here, you can watch the expert cobblers cutting and stitching the custom models according to English and Hungarian traditions. The space is home to...
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Ladage & Oelke
On the beautiful, colonnaded galleria that runs along the Alster canal sits this charming emporium of British-inspired mens and womenswear. The old-world shop is walled with shelves of colorful shirts and displays racks of suits, Barbour jackets and ties. Upstairs...
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Little Department Store
This sophisticated and minimalist shop displays a chic edit of well-established brands and lesser-known cult labels. Here you will find billowy silk dresses from Vanessa Bruno and plush cashmere from Hamburg-based Filippa and Florentine as well as Robert Clergerie sandals...
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Ludwig Reiter
This family-run shoe company was founded in Vienna and employs Viennese design, but its only shop is in Hamburg. The elegant store presents traditional, high-quality shoes for men and women made in a variety of styles from boots to sandals,...
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Maison Suneve
Hamburg designer Katharina Czemper’s chic boutique in the gritty-cool Karolinenviertel district carries both bold, one-of-a-kind pieces and sophisticated, everyday wear as well as a stunning array of casual sandals, jewelry and accessories.
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Perle
Echoing its name, Perle is a pearl of a concept shop with an innovative and edited mix of curious wares. Racks hang with fashionable, casualwear for men and women, while large tables and sleek shelving units hold a jumble of...
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Petra Teufel
This chic sliver of a shop showcases serious fashion. From Isabel Marant to Givenchy to Balmain, the tunnel-like space stocks some of the most exclusive, cutting-edge styles. There is also a branch in Eppendorf (Eppendorfer Landstraße 36).
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Unger
This spacious high fashion collective carries some of the most exclusive brands from couture to contemporary ready to wear. The sleek shop, situated on the Neuerwall, displays a well-curated edit from Saint Laurent and Fendi to Commes des Garçons and...
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Zoe
This chic collective of trendy womenswear is housed inside an impressive classical building on one of the city’s most stylish shopping streets. The sleek boutique stocks a range of attire, from sophisticated evening wear to filmy blouses and edgy leather...
Hamburg

With well-heeled citizens and a rich cultural milieu, Hamburg brims with chic boutiques, sleek concept stores and elegant artisanal workshops. The city that bred fashion legends Karl Lagerfeld and Jil Sander, Hamburg has a dynamic local design scene, much of which is concentrated in the cool, diverse pockets of Karolinenviertel and Schanzenviertel. Those looking for polished ateliers should peruse the luxe shops near the Neuerwall and then head up to Eppendorf, located to the north of Lake Alster.
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Beyond…
Consider combining your trip with one of these destinations.
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Copenhagen
Long a bastion of understated cool, the Danish capital is abuzz with ground-breaking restaurants, trendsetting design shops and a burgeoning arts scene. It is great for a shorter getaway as well as a longer trip combined with other Scandinavian cities,...
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Munich
The Bavarian metropolis sits in a choice location at the foot of the Alps and enchants with its cultural and culinary offerings. The city’s art museums, beer gardens and antiques markets combine with its proximity to such romantic countryside locales as...
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Berlin
Berlin, Germany's capital, with its thriving art and fashion scenes, is one of Europe’s most exciting and vibrant centers of contemporary culture. The city’s creative scene is permeated by a sense of exploration and risk-taking—perhaps one of the reasons that...