The best known shopping areas in Amsterdam are The Kalverstraat, The Nieuwendijk and The Leidsestraat. While these places have a lot to offer, we would also like to recommend some spots that are a bit more authentic and unique (and not as touristy).
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Area: Jordaan; The nine streets and the Herenstraat & Prinsenstraat
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SPOILED and DENIM BAR
Wolvenstraat 19
1016 EN
tel: +31 (0)20 6263818
www.spoiled.nl
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Complete with a hairdresser’s salon and a denim bar, Spoiled also features shoes, bags, accessories and a new line for kids. Spoiled's latest creation is the Denim Bar - the Spoiled team will assist in finding your perfect jeans match. You can browse through the Spoiled "a la carte" jeans menu while enjoying a coffee in this relaxed and groovy store!
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LAURA DOLS
Wolvenstraat 6 & 7
1016 EM
tel: +31 (0)20 6249066
www.lauradols.nl
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Laura Dols, specializing in vintage, chic clothing has two shops opposite each other. At No 7 the emphasis is on glamour- evening dresses, classic dinner jackets and tuxedos, as well as vintage jewelery, beaded evening bags, arm length evening gloves, stoles, scarves, and shoes. This is the place to go if you’re going to a theme party! At No 6 are vintage linens including bedding, tablecloths and napkins.
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LockStock & Barrel
Hartenstraat 26
1016 CC Amsterdam
tel: +31(0)20-421 33 48
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At LockStock & Barrel expect to find clothing and accessies for men and women who ae urban chic. Anything from silk dresses, shoes, bags, cashmere sweaters to designer jewelry, designer jeans and beanies make this multi-brand shop a hot spot for fashionistas with a palette for style! Definitely worth visiting!
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PINA
Keizersgracht 233
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 320 82 25
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The owner (Josefien) just opened this stylish clothing store for trendy and sophisticated women. You can find Italian brands like L’Atra Moda, Carla G, Scooter plus and the Danish brand Twist & Tango here. Josefien gives excellent fashion advice!
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MARGRIET NANNINGS
Prinsenstraat 8 and 15
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 6207672
Clothing
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The owners have two clothing stores in this street; one for women and the other for men. They sell their own label, but also Paul Smith, Comme Des Garçons, Tayama, Cacharel, New York Industries, Isabel Marant, C.P. Company, Victor Victoria and John Smedley.
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DR WONEN
Hartenstraat 27
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 489 28 08
Lifestyle/ Interior Design
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This store presents a few pieces of Dutch designed furniture, but mostly home accessories. Felt and woolen cushions, candles, plaids; everything has a natural and basic appearance. Their key succes factor is simplicity!
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KECK & LISA
Herenstraat 15
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 624 43 34
Lifestyl/ Interior Design
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This store has everything for your home! They sell presents and interior design, mostly designed by Scandinavian designers. The products are all very colourful. You can find labels like iittala, VIPP, Koziol and Guild Designers in this nice shop.
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‘t GOEDE SOET
Keizersgracht 95
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 420 88 07
Chocolate and sweets
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A little burgundy shop that sells absolutely fantastic chocolates in all kinds of shapes and colours. They also has a nice deal: for €2 you can order a cup of coffee and you get to pick a delicious bonbon as well!
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SKINS COSMETIC LOUNGE
Runstraat 9
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 528 69 22
Cosmetics and hairstyling
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This store offers international brands of fragrances, make-up, bathproducts and skincare. These exclusive products are not widely available in the Netherlands. You can also make an appointment with a hairstylist or get a facial.
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PARISIENNE
Berenstraat 4
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 428 08 34
Accessories
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This boutique displays a tremendous collection of unique fashion accessories, including beautiful shawls and scarves, bejewelled evening bags, and handcrafted jewelry - all imported from France.
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DE KAASKAMER
Runstraat 7
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 623 34 83
Cheese and delicacies
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The store has over 300 different cheeses. They have their own import from France, Italy and England. And of course the delicious mozzarella and parmigiano reggiano. You can also buy great wines, olives and other delicacies.
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Area: Oud-Zuid (situated at the south-side of the city centre, near Museum square)
In the P.C.Hooftstraat you can find the well-known stores like Louis Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Gucci, Cartier and Armani. We describe the more unknown, but also special shops.
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ZONDAG
Willemsparkweg 161
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 675 68 26
Clothing (women)
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The shop has a stylish interior design and sells clothes for women. Glamourous, sporty, clothes for work…they have it all. They have labels like L’Atra Moda, Filippa K, Hans Ubbink, Drykorn, Otitude and Tara Jarmon.
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BUISE
Cornelis Schuytstraat 12
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 670 49 04
Clothing (women)
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This bright spacious store offers elegant clothing for women. They sell labels like Joseph, Isabel Marant, Paul & Joe, Juicy Couture and French Connection. You’ll get an honest and good advice in this place.
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&KLEVERING ZUID
Jacob Obrechtstraat 19a
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 379 01 03
Lifestyle/ Interior design
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A little shop on a corner, therefore filled with light. They sell beautiful living accessories, tableware, kitchenware, textile, bathaccessories, and the shop is perfect for buying nice gifts.
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FISHES
Johannes Verhulststraat 110
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 672 43 34
Delicacies (fish)
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This modern designed store sells high quality fishes and fish-related products. Fishes offers homemade meals and has an excellent wine selection in store for you. They also give professional advice, so don’t be afraid to ask!
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OGER FASHION
P.C. Hooftstraat 75-81
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 676 86 95
Clothing (men)
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All Oger stores exude the atmosphere of a Gentlemen’s Club. The hectic ambiance of a tailor’s atelier gives the stores a nice buzz. Oger is one of the most famous designers for men in the Netherlands.
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QP EXCLUSIEVE HORLOGES
Willemsparkweg 154
Amsterdam
Phone: (020) 623 64 43
Watches
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One of the most exclusive shops in Amsterdam to buy a watch. They offer friendly and competent service in a stylish and spacious store. You can find Breitling, Chronoswiss, Hermès, TAG Heuer and many other labels here.
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HEMA (there are four stores)
-Nieuwendijk 174-176
-Ferdinand Bolstraat 93-93A (closed on Sundays)
-Kalvertoren, Kalverstraat 212
directions: Trams 1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 20
stop: Munt
-Kinkerstraat 313 (closed on Sundays)
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There are several Hema shops spread out all over the Netherlands. They are ideal for everyday items such as bedding and towels, lamps, kitchen articles, make-up, greeting cards, plugs, light bulbs and other home improvement parts. Hema only sells their own brand. The clothing collection is very basic, but comes in handy if you're looking for socks, gloves and scarves. Hema stores also develop photographs. Most Hema shops sell coffee, cookies and other delicious treats!
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