Back Bay, Boston Shopping Guide

A map some of the coolest shops in Back Bay, Boston.

Alan Bilzerian

You may be intimidated by the "ring the bell to enter" policy, but don't let that stop you from stopping by Alan Bilzerian. For years now, Bostonians have depended on the store to...

Bodega

Reader Suggested: Secret entrance in the back of a bodega... Beautiful store! Vintage nike, great sneakers, 10 Deep, Dr. Romanelli, Undrcrwn, Recon, etc. Boston's best store by far. Taking it to the next level.

Dress

Reader Suggested: A rare example of laid-back charm in a minimalist yet feminine Back Bay boutique. The owners, Jane and Martha, are friendly without hovering or pushing specific pieces regardless of your tastes....

Kitchen Arts

How does a small kitchen store compete with the gargantuan chains that are now entrenched in every city center? Well, Kitchen Arts does it by stocking items that you still cannot find in all 5...

Louis Boston

Louis Boston is what department stores look like in heaven. The decades old high-end clothing retailer is one of the most innovative and interesting large stores you're likely to ever come...

Luna Boston

Ever heard the saying "it's all in the accessories"? The owner of Luna Boston has. The store is a love letter to the accessory, more specifically, the handbag. The long,...

Stel's

Reader Suggested: Very friendly and relaxing shopping atmosphere. Located at the heart of Boston's fanciest street. Carries the most interesting and stylish clothing lines from all around the world. Stel's...

Alan Bilzerian

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You may be intimidated by the "ring the bell to enter" policy, but don't let that stop you from stopping by Alan Bilzerian. For years now, Bostonians have depended on the store to keep them on the bleeding edge of fashion and it has not let them down. The store does not get caught in categories or price brackets. You'll...

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Address:
34 Newbury Street
Boston MA 02116

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Phone: 1-617-536-1001
Hours: Mon-Wed: 10-6 Thu: 10-7 Fri-Sat: 10-6 Sun: Call ahead

Tags: avant-garde, men's clothing, women's clothing

Bodega

Reader Suggested: Secret entrance in the back of a bodega... Beautiful store! Vintage nike, great sneakers, 10 Deep, Dr. Romanelli, Undrcrwn, Recon, etc. Boston's best store by far. Taking it to the next level.

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Address:
6 Clearway Street
Boston MA 02115

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Phone: 1-617-421-1550

Tags: foods and drinks, sneakers, streetwear

Dress

Reader Suggested: A rare example of laid-back charm in a minimalist yet feminine Back Bay boutique. The owners, Jane and Martha, are friendly without hovering or pushing specific pieces regardless of your tastes. The shop focuses on luxurious pieces suitable for both work and parties. Many of the pieces can also be found at Barneys or...

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Address:
221 Newbury Street
Boston MA 02116

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Phone: 1-617-424-7125
Hours: Mon-Thu: 11-7 Fri-Sat: 11-6 Sun: 12-5

Tags: women's accessories, women's clothing

Kitchen Arts

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How does a small kitchen store compete with the gargantuan chains that are now entrenched in every city center? Well, Kitchen Arts does it by stocking items that you still cannot find in all 5 million square feet of joe-suburbian-superstore. Instead of 2 or 4 lines of cutlery, the store carries around 7, including the Japanese brands that...

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Address:
161 Newbury Street
Boston MA 02116

Phone: 1-617-266-8701
Hours: Mon-Fri: 10-6 Sat: 10-7 Sun: 12-5

Tags: kitchen

Louis Boston

Louis Boston is what department stores look like in heaven. The decades old high-end clothing retailer is one of the most innovative and interesting large stores you're likely to ever come across. The store is obsessed with collecting the best clothing and accessories from across the globe and they do an amazing job of it. The five floors...

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Address:
234 Berkeley Street
Boston MA 02216

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Phone: 1-800-225-5135
Hours: Mon: 11-6 Tue-Wed: 10-6 Thu-Sat: 10-7 Sun: Closed

Tags: bath and body products, department stores, home accessories, men's accessories, men's clothing, men's shoes, women's accessories, women's clothing, women's shoes

Luna Boston

Ever heard the saying "it's all in the accessories"? The owner of Luna Boston has. The store is a love letter to the accessory, more specifically, the handbag. The long, gallery-like space displays dozens of handbags and purses, totes and clutches. The focus is on smaller, emerging designers, but this does not mean the bags...

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Address:
205 Newbury Street
Boston MA 02115

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Phone: 1-866-910-3900
Hours: Mon-Thu: 11-7 Fri: 11-8 Sun: 12-7

Tags: bags, women's accessories

Stel's

Reader Suggested: Very friendly and relaxing shopping atmosphere. Located at the heart of Boston's fanciest street. Carries the most interesting and stylish clothing lines from all around the world. Stel's is my favorite shop in Boston, and I pretty much only shop there. If you have good taste for clothes, you will like what...

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Address:
334 Newbury Street
Boston MA 02115

Site: Official Site Open Link in New Window
Phone: 1-617-262-3348
Hours: Mon-Wed: 11-7 Thu: 11-8 Fri: 11-7 Sat: 11-8 Sun: 12-6

Tags: men's accessories, men's clothing, women's accessories, women's clothing

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