Fashion

The Best Boutiques Outside Of London

29 September 2016

Although London may seem the obvious destination for a shopping spree, there are plenty of places around the UK to satiate sartorial appetites. From vintage gems to new season wares, keep your closet amply stocked with Vogue’s pick of the best boutiques outside of London. Related reading: Explore the best beauty salons in the UK

1/22
What: MIH Jeans, Etre Cecil, After Party, Mads Norgaard. Why: ODE’s edit has a youthful, Scandi vibe to it. They stock a great selection of contemporary jewellery, alongside beauty products that will take pride of place on your bathroom shelf.
Where: 23 Ship Street, BN1 1AD.
2/22
What: Acne Studios, Isabel Marant, Peter Pilotto, Joseph.
Why: A mix of established designers and emerging talents housed under one roof. The out-of-hours appointments to fit with all schedules, personal stylists and free alteration services make this boutique's customer care second to none.
Where: 59 High Street, MK17 8QY.
3/22
What: Ba&sh, Isabel Marant Etoile, APC. Why: From cashmere jumpers to lingerie - and everything in between (including Bella Freud candles and coordinating matches – already popped two in our basket) - Iris has a wide rage to choose from. With a well-stocked childrenswear section, it makes for the perfect mother-daughter shopping destination.
Where: 25 High Street, HP7 0DP.
4/22
What: Manebi, Rae Feather, Nicole Farhi, Sensi Studio
Why: Whether your destination is Morocco or the South of France, Vanilla will sort you out with a wardrobe worthy of your escapades in no time. Renate Beaumont founded the boutique in 2000, and her love of travelling and interiors are reflected in everything from the shop aesthetics to the clothes and home pieces stocked.
Where: 13 South Parade, OX2 7JN

5/22
What: Nomad, the store’s own-brand line which echoes influences from Japanese designers like Yohji Yamamoto and Rei Kawakubo.
Why: For a dose of culture with your shopping expedition – Nomad Atelier boasts a carefully curated gallery space, showcasing up to six exhibitions each year. After perusing the art, make your sartorial purchases (highlights include sleek cashmere boyfriend blazers and silk cuffed trousers) and then relax in the café with a cappuccino and a slice of cake.
Where: George Yard, Barnsley, S70 2FA.
6/22
What: Roland Mouret, Max Mara Weekend, Diane Von Furstenberg, Boss by Hugo Boss. Why: A great selection of pieces for career women – this is the boutique that dresses Theresa May for Downing Street after all. Where: Fluidity, 43a-45 Bell Street, RG9 2BA.
7/22
What: Preen by Thornton Bregazzi, Victoria Victoria Beckham, Roksanda Illincic, Osman.
Why: This family run business was responsible for introducing many high profile designers to the Scottish market. Jane Davidson places a big emphasis on customer experience, and during the cold Scottish winters there’s always a fire blazing to keep shoppers toasty.
Where: 52 Thistle Street, EH2 1EN.
8/22
What: American Vintage, Stella Nova, Miller Harris, Paul & Joe Cosmetics Why: An award-winning lifestyle store with a particularly covetable homewares section. Stocking relaxed labels alongside luxury beauty products, on-point stationary, and a delightful array of children’s books.
Where: 10 The Square, SO23 9ES.