The best fashion and gift stores Zwalm

Held by an elderly couple, this vintage store offers a wide range of shoes and second-hand clothing, always of quality.

No, Antwerp isn't just for Belgian designers. Ghent also has its own, like the designer Ria Dewilde. This stylist perpetuates the tradition of luxury, elegant, refined, dressy hats, especially those from the 1920s, when hatmaking was in its golden age. She makes them with passion in her back shop, you will see her at work. Very kind, she will show you more than one model, all you have to do is make your choice. You will also find brands from Belgian and French designers.

Close to Gravensteen, this is a must for tourists wishing to take home a little something typical of Gent or Vlaanderen. This small store, housed in a historic building, offers a vast selection of souvenirs. It's the ideal place to come back with original gifts: from Belgian beers to Ghent druppel gin, as well as an impressive range of handmade glassware, T-shirts and kitschy magnets for the fridge. You'll also find postcards and pictures of knights-in-arms.

The oldest flea market in Belgium is located in the heart of Ghent. Some people talk about antiques, others about flea markets, but most of them just talk about brol (Brussels term for old stuff). An enlightened hunter will find his happiness there: old furniture, old objects, antiques, souvenirs. He will be able to rummage through this tangle at leisure in search of the rare pearl! Enough to keep you busy for a few hours.

Small boutique right in the center of town (not far from Saint-Bavon Cathedral) selling original vintage creations (new imitating old, not second-hand), trendy retro collections for men and women. We especially like the colorful dresses with 50's or 60's cuts, the men's shirts with tropical prints, the printed t-shirts for men with hipster tendencies, the multiple accessories... A must-see, especially as prices remain reasonable.

A small, feminine boudoir showcasing costume jewelry in copper, gold, silver, flowers, cream and pink... Brooches and barrettes for creative hair, extravagant shoes, elegant tableware... In this glamorous pink bonbonnière, you'll also find pretty gifts for women, men and the little ones, notebooks and other stationery, home accessories and a wide variety of decorative objects. A world of refined souvenirs to chew on!