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Aristokratikon
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.
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Bree
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.
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Dimitris Petrou
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...
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Elena Votsi
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...
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Forget Me Not
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.
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Katerina Karoussos
“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.
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Luisa
With two locations in Athens the most central is the boutique in Kolonaki. With all white interiors and well-spaced racks, it feels like a gallery of the most cutting-edge wardrobe, offering the A (Alexander McQueen) to V (Valentino) of fashion....
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Mageia
This fashionable gem of a shop is owned by the talented jewelry designer Iliana Makri. It carries her iconic jewel encrusted evil eye earrings and pendants as well as a smart curated mix of international brands like Rick Owens and...
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Melissinos Art
At this quirky, cave-like workshop, patrons begin by choosing a preferred sandal style from the wall on which over thirty models are mounted. The sandal maker then adjusts and molds the sandal straps to one’s foot in order to ensure...
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Original Korres Pharmacy
This international natural beauty line was born from a small pharmacy in Athens. Now Korres is a global brand that makes more than 500 products and supports over 10,000 farming families in Greece. Here one can find all the products,...
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Pestemal
Located directly beside Forget Me Not, Pestemal draws you in instantly with its colorful display of soft cotton towels displayed on bamboo racks outside its storefront. Inside this cute store is a vibrant selection of bath towels, bed-covers and throws...
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Queen Calliope
The Greek American photographer and stylist Calliope Karvounis just opened a boutique that sells boho-chic clothing and accessories.
Athens

Courtesy George Santamouris
Visitors may come to Athens more for the history than for the shopping, but upon close investigation, there are some sartorial gems hidden within the city’s winding streets. For upscale shopping, head to Kolonaki, where the city’s well-heeled crowd likes to spend their drachmas. There are also a multitude of local markets, or agoras, which offer a great local scene.