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144 Rue de l'Eglise Brussels 1150 Belgium +32 (0)2 779 0517 |
Alexandra Junior is a beautiful, thriving shoestore for little ones. It is so busy, that you have to take a number and wait your turn. In the meantime, kids can play. There is a TV with cartoons, they can draw and, instead of couches, there is a kind of tribune where children are fitted for shoes. Alexandra Junior regularly organises a drawing contest, after which the drawings are hung on the shop's walls. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beauty and the beast |
73 rue Antoine Dansaert Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 513 8940 (Informatie voor toeristen) |
La Belle et la Bête is located on the corner of the Rue du Vieux Marché au Grainsnand and the Rue A. Dansaert. This is a shop for the modern woman who wants to feel good in her clothes. The shop's own design of clothing is sold here with matching shoes and handbags. There is not only exclusive evening wear, but also stylish leisure wear. There are, for example, designer mules to wear at the beach. One thing though, it is rather expensive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic styles for men and women |
52 Avenue de la Toison d'or Brussels 1060 Belgium +32 (0)2 513 0748 http://www.bouvy.be/ |
This store sells mostly clothes for both men and women. It has been in business since 1932, and also calls itself a tailor and shirt-maker. Sharp-looking pairs of shoes for men are on sale, as are some nifty shoe-shine sets and a nice selection of ties. Men's suits can be purchased off the rack or be tailormade. For women, the clothing ranges from bikini bathing suits to classic women's sweaters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fashionable clothing |
34 Boulevard de Waterloo Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 538 6723 http://www.lescopains.it |
For upmarket fashion items rivalling any found in Milan and Paris, look no further than this boutique situated right near Place Stephanie, in the heart of the upscale shopping district. The attractive window display hints at the delightful treasures to be found inside. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For fashionistas |
25 Avenue Louise Brussels 1050 Belgium +32 2 539 4546 |
This upscale store in the heart of Brussels' costly shopping district sells fashionable and well-made clothing. With wooden floors and dim lights, the store has a limited collection, but their catalogues make the line seem extensive with all the combinations presented. If you are a fashionista or want to become one, head here and see what's the latest "style" or "fad". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New clothes at giveaway prices |
Rue du Bailli 86 Brussels 1050 Belgium +32 (0)2 538 38 48 (Informatie voor toeristen) |
Dod is a highly recommended shop. You can buy new clothes and shoes at giveaway prices here. Everything is either seconds or a leftover from last year's collections. They even have brand clothes, but of course not at the normal price. Shoes, coats, trousers, shirts, T-shirts, look around and enjoy the prices. On Saturdays it is usually very crowded here; should you like to look around at ease, come during the week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Handmade designer hats |
29 Rue des Pierres Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 512 8588 / +32 (0)2 511 1188 http://www.elvispompilio.com/ |
This amazing shop is one of a kind in Brussels. All the hats for sale here are handmade and of the finest quality. Besides this location, there are Pompilio boutiques in London and Paris. Its famous clientele includes tennis star Yannick Noah, actress Joan Collins, designers Valentino and Ann Demeulemeester. Here, quality and innovative design reign supreme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Understated Italian chic |
30 Boulevard de Waterloo Laan, 30 Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 511 4157 http://www.zegna.com/ |
Zegna may not be as popular as Armani, but the truly hip man will be familiar with this brand. Find classic cuts and designs, such as knitted black three quarter length coats, simple but sophisticated suits, and plain, woollen jumpers. Comfort is another of Zegna's priorities, with an emphasis on soft, wearable fabrics like cashmere, silk and mohair. They also stock an up market range of shirts, ties and accessories. Definitely for the discerning gentleman! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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High fashion |
63-64 Boulevard de Waterloo Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 511 8559 http://www.versace.com/ |
Gianni Versace was a very famous designer who was shot in front of his own house. There is a large shop on the Boulevard de Waterloo where the Versace line is sold, now designed by his sister Donatella. Only the expensive designs are sold here. It is no use looking around for cheaper designs such as Versace jeans. Versace is better known on the catwalk in Milan or Paris, since it is not everyday clothing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For men of style |
43-35 Avenue Louise Brussels 1050 Belgium +32 (0)2 538 0363 http://www.hugoboss.com |
This is one of the top international brands for men's fashion, and here you'll find a satisfying selection of Hugo Boss' finely tailored, top-quality garments. This store sells everything the stylish man needs, from socks to suits. The store also sells a large and lovely selection of ties. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fairy-like designs |
4 Galerie du Roi 4 Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 514 0763 http://www.kaattilley.com |
Kaat Tilley studied painting and fashion design before presenting her first collection in 1985. Escape, the daywear line that still exists, was next in 1991. In 1992, Tilley received a lot of media coverage on her design of the stagewear for Belgian group Zap Mama and the Portuguese Madredeus. Fairy-like designs and delicate silhouettes, which have become Kaat Tilley's trade mark, are especially present in Inner her prêt-à-porter, bridal and eveningwear line. Next to that, Earthings is a collection of knitwear and Frederiek consists of her own collection for kids. Kaat Tilley is one of contemporary Belgian fashion's household names and she runs boutiques worldwide. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Trends for tots |
32 Rue Antoine Dansaert Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 514 3234 |
This shop, Cat & Mouse, is celebrated for its upmarket designer children's clothing. Here you'll find top-designer labels from the likes of Claude Vell, Topo, Claude Hontoir, Lalalou, Paul Smith, Pom d'Api and Dries Van Noten, in pint sizes. The range of clothing spans infants to children's sizes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fashionable and functional clothing |
144-148 Rue Neuve Brussels 1050 Belgium +32 (0)2 219 0974 http://www.mango.com/e/home/ho... |
This large, interesting store sells functional and fashionable women's clothing. Outfits for both work and play can be found. While listening to the pleasant music, you can look through the seasonal collections which offer everything for today's woman including shoes, pants, dresses, T-shirts and accessories. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale Belgian fashion |
158 Avenue Louise 158 Brussels 1050 Belgium +32 (0)2 647 1001 http://www.natan-fashion.com |
Maison Natan was founded in 1930, and the business was taken over by designer Edouard Vermeulen in 1983. Since then, business is booming. Natan now runs seven stores, some of which are in Germany, and two of which are in Brussels. This one, an imposing mansion where the brand was founded, is truly magnificent. Natan's wares are definitely beautiful, and if you love traditional fashion, this is an address to remember. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Belgian and international designers |
74 rue Antoine Dansaert Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 512 0313 |
Rue Dansaert, close to Bourse, has become the mecca of contemporary Belgian haute couture. This boutique is one of the fashionable street's pioneers and is a familiar den for trendy style-mavens. Most of the designs featured here hail from former students of the renowned Fashion Academy of Antwerp. Peruse through the fantastic selection of styles from Ann Demeulemeester, Dries Van Noten, Martin Margiela and Dirk Bikkembergs and a host of latest creations from a multitude of other Belgian and international top designers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
