This adorable boutique by Greek designer Ada Kamara sells her kaftans, silk dresses and cotton quilts for chilly nights.

'Apriati' is the Greek word for ‘a strong desire for having beautiful possessions’. Founded by two young Greek designers who studied in Italy, this hip boutique in Chora mixes precious stones with on-trend materials, creating such pieces as diamond cord bracelets. Apriati’s handmade designs are romantic, chic and easy to wear.

An old fashioned shop that sells beautiful traditional Greek treats from glazed pistachio nuts to loukoumia, Aristokratikon is great place to pick up gifts—the staff will wrap up your choices in nice little gift boxes.

This ramshackle bookshop in Oia was set up by a group of travelers who fell in love with Santorini. The eclectic, multilingual collection of new and secondhand books includes some rare first editions. The staff is welcoming and knowledgeable and there are occasional film screenings and book readings.

The Belvedere Hotel has one of the better hotel shops on the island, stocking casual clothing, beachwear, accessories and cosmetics, often exclusive to the shop. Greek and international brands, such as Liana Vourakis jewelry and Orlebar Brown swimwear are available here, as well as top-priced international jewelry by Noor Fares and Muzungu Sister accessories.

A wonderful array of handpicked Cretan herbs, Greek spices, and organic beauty products. The owner will happily teach you about the therapeutic properties of every herb.

Although Bree is a German brand, its store near Syntagma Square is worth a visit for its high-quality leather bags and wallets in classic designs.

The leather goods choices at this shop include some locally made purses and suitcases.

Close to the Naval Museum, this chic little gift shop stocks hand-made jewelry and ceramics, some of it made by the charming owner.

Pick up local cheeses, cured meats, olives, rusks, olive oil, thyme honey and dried herbs at this 100-year-old covered food market.

This small boutique sells only Hellenic handmade clothing and accessories. The quality of their wares is beautiful and everything is reasonably priced.

This shop is the exclusive retailer on Mykonos for Piaget, the 140 year-old Swiss maker of fine watches and high-end diamond and precious jewelry.

Dimitris Kolioussis paints traditional icons in a cavernous, candlelit basement just off Oia’s main pedestrian street. With his long white hair and penetrating gaze, Kolioussis resembles the ethereal saints of his paintings. You can see more of his work in situ in the church of Panagia Episkopi in Oia.

The young socialites of Athens love Dimitris Petrou, a young, emerging talent with his own atelier in Kolonaki. He adds just the right amount of fun contemporary detail to classic shapes. For nights out, there are pretty lace or silk gowns embellished with fabric flowers and for day, he makes beautiful women’s wear with a menswear touch. By appointment only.

Founded by Canadian brothers, this edgy mono-brand boutique has shops worldwide from Milan to Hong Kong. The Mykonos shop sells fashion for women and men, including jeans, sneakers, sandals, heels, bags and more.

Not surprisingly Elena Votsi, who did stints at Gucci and Ralph Lauren before launching her own label, was the designer of the Athens 2004 Olympic Medal. Some of her modern, bold rings are such major showpieces that they deserve their own shelf.  A recent celebrity fan is Lupita Nyongo.

Elina Anagnostopoulou was brought up in a Greek jewelry family. After studying and working in the business, she opened her own shop in 2009. Anagnostopoulou works with precious stones, creating delicate, covetable, contemporary designs.

From Azzedine Alaia to Zac by Zac Posen, this boutique covers the A-Z’s of big fashion names.

Established in 1860, this high-end jeweler creates delicate, intricate designs inspired by nature.

A purveyor of contemporary Greek design, this fun store sells creative wares from local Athenian designers. Here you’ll find funky jewelry, graphic tees and unique gift items.

This funky boutique on Panachrantou Street sells couture design and accessories.

“Don't be afraid to wear a hat” is Katerina Karoussos' motto. She is Greece's top milliner, and you'll find her whimsical feminine hats topping many of the country's most famous heads.

This gift store near the New Fort in Old Town carries a well-curated selection of bags, scarves, dresses and jewelry, including some high-quality fashions from Greek designer Eleanna Katsira.

Lalaounis has become renowned for creating unique gold jewelry steeped in history. In the 1950’s while Greece was still recovering from the war, Lalaounis fused old techniques with modern technology. His daughters maintain his efforts today with designs spanning prehistoric to Minoan art, from Persian and Byzantine to Chinese.