As the capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam is the principal commercial, financial, fashion, and art centre of this culturally rich country. Both locals and travellers enjoy exploring well-preserved architectural marvels, historical art collections, and enchanting old corners.
Tour the cobblestone streets and bridges by foot. Relax on a boat ride through its canals. You’ll quickly notice just how amazing shopping trips in the heart of this alluring city can be. The diversified artistic perspectives of locals and international communities present have led to the development of an amazing blend of concept stores and varied boutiques. We’ve AiSPi-ed the top ones. So, on your next trip to Amsterdam, you can go straight to discovering the most stylish spots!
Things I Like Things I Love
Begin your concept store tour at Things I Like Things I Love! Trust us, you won’t regret it. At this concept boutique you can find its own self-named brand. Also, many other ones are hand-picked to create a harmonious selection. The mission it embodies is to inspire others with the things they liked and loved. Today you can visit this amazing concept store in multiple locations within the city or shop online . Enjoy the beautiful selection of clothing, jewellery, accessories, and home decor that the passionate creative team curates for you.
Stores: Ceintuurbaan 69, 1072 EV Amsterdam / Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat 25-27, 1054 BP Amsterdam / Jan Evertsenstraat 106, 1056 EH Amsterdam / Gasthuismolensteeg 10, 1016 AN Amsterdam
COTTONCAKE
Coffee and fashion together? We say–yes! COTTONCAKE offers lunch, art, coffee, and shopping; what better combo could there be? This women’s ready-to-wear boutique was born from the addiction to discover, find, and fall in love. When you walk into Cottoncake, you’ll be automatically enchanted by their soft fabrics and most exquisite design details; and don’t forget about the perfectly frothed cappuccinos! Find a refined selection of womenswear, accessories, shoes, fragrances, and much more. This boutique is inspired by worldwide locations. Based on true memories of perfect little cafes in Paris, London, Berlin, and New York; the essence of COTTONCAKE is internationally dreamy.
By the end of your shopping trip, you will fall in love with the ever-evolving, effortlessly refined style of COTTONCAKE.
Open Monday to Sunday, 11 am – 6 pm
Address: Eerste van der Helststraat 76HS, 1072 NZ Amsterdam
T.I.T.S.
T.I.T.S. is an Amsterdam concept store. It has gotten worldwide exposure thanks to its unapologetic, loud style that’s present in their designs and spirit. This boutique breaks prejudiced taboos through unique designs that are no less than fashion statements. T.I.T.S. demonstrates that what is typically known as “inappropriate” for many, is actually a quotidian topic that should not be addressed awkwardly or as something improper. Accepting one another and our true selves is vital for T.I.T.S. So, it does not shy away from loud opinions and sincere expressions.
Style your colourful personality with the concept store’s collection which includes its namesake brand, Felt Atelier, Kangol, Silfen, House of Sunny, Coucou Suzette, and many more. You can discover all types of fun items, flirty garments, conscious pieces, sustainable jewellery, ethical home decor, amongst other elements you’re yet to stumble upon. Made for long-and-often-worn durability. So, these wardrobe additions balance quality wearability and stylish individuality. Be empowered by their proud, flirtatious designs that are expressive and empowered.
X BANK
A one-of-a-kind store and art exhibition space, X BANK is a unique concept boutique in Amsterdam. This is the destination for Dutch art, design, fashion, and culture. Explore this concept store’s creative spaces set in the historic building of the W Hotel Amsterdam. It is between the majestic Singel Canal and the Royal Palace. This space has been renewed to celebrate and bring together the creative community. It represents top Dutch artistic talent.
X BANK’s collection includes both high-end labels and local names. These range from Marcel Wanders and Studio Drift to YOOST and Atelier Reservé. They give emerging Dutch designers a great opportunity to showcase their work amongst other fine, unique brands. As an exhibition and event space they hold new gallery expositions, installations, lectures, and gatherings open to all. Always active and based on vision, collections are fresh and even lead to intriguing, exclusive collaborations between designers and diverse brands. Explore and discover the fashion and art of X BANK. Here thought meets creation and creation meets invention.
Open Monday to Sunday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Address: Spuistraat 172, 1012 VT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Written by Hannah Gabriella Armstrong M
All images are courtesy of the respective concept stores.
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