The best fashion and gift stores Belgium

A veritable temple of classical music since 1935, it is a family business of enthusiasts who distil advice. In this beautiful store, we go to great lengths to ensure that the music lover finds what he or she is looking for among the 15,000 items in stock (and 125,000 on order), whether it is a question of essential works or lesser-known works in all fields: baroque, Renaissance, classical symphony. If not, please leave your contact information and we will call you back without fail. Patented supplier of the Court of Belgium for 20 years.

If vintage is used in all fashions these days, there is no reason why this phenomenon should not affect the world of games and toys. No latest consoles, nor products derived from the latest cartoons still on display at Daedalus. But the so-called "classic" games, puzzle and board games. Monopoly, puzzles, tarot, chess, role playing games, etc. Enough to make wild games, with friends or solo. But vintage doesn't mean obsolete: their website presents in detail the novelties of the proposed themes.

With all these instruments piled up in the window, it looks as if the store hasn't changed since 1929. A reference in the Brussels music world, specializing in bowed instruments, guitars and flutes, Azzato also offers traditional folk instruments such as the viola da gamba, mandolin, oud and ukulele. The store offers all necessary accessories and strings, and two repair shops for stringed instruments and flutes. Azzato also sells second-hand instruments and sound equipment.

Belgian to the core! If you'd like to take home a souvenir of your visit to Brussels, this concept-store, the brainchild of Natacha and Arthur, is a one-stop-shop where you'll find something for everyone: from classic postcards and fridge magnets to message sweaters (always self-deprecating), decorative items, cosmetics, French fry sauces and Made in Brussels rhum arrangé, the choice is immense. What's more, many of the items (notably the magnets and quite a few items of clothing) are made in their workshop.

This small bookshop founded by Ariane Herman and Dominique Jamelle has 3 main themes: Quebec literature (Ariane has a brother who publishes in Quebec, and Dominique is from Montreal), feminist and LGBTQIA+ literature, not forgetting general literature. The bookshop is small but full of great finds, often off the beaten track. That's why the booksellers are there to advise and listen. In addition, Tulitu organizes small events (meetings with authors, aperitifs during the Book Fair...).

Here, culture is nurtured in an unusual setting: a building made up of nooks and crannies where you'll find second-hand books, comics, mangas, vinyl, CDs, DVDs and board games on three levels. More than just a bookshop, it's also a venue for exhibitions and shows. What's more, the basement event room hides a treasure trove: the remains of the Pont-des-Arches, built around 1026. Children are particularly well catered for, with a dedicated room and a greenhouse for budding DJs to practice their skills.

Located on Huy's Grand Place, the beautifully named independent bookshop opened at the end of 2021. In 2023, L'Ours à Lunettes expanded and now has a second store devoted entirely to young people. A haven for young and old alike, for lovers of literature of all kinds, the humanities, practical books or travel books... there's no doubt that you'll find what you're looking for here, and make some wonderful discoveries thanks to the team's expert advice.

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.

Founded in 1974 by Chantal Limauge, À Livre Ouvert merged in 2002 with one of Brussels' first specialist children's bookshops, Le Rat Conteur. Humanities, literature, garden and travel books, and of course children's books, this truly general bookshop is a paradise for lovers of reading and culture. Meetings, events and a professional welcome. Be warned, you're in for a treat...

In the Lange Koepoortstraat, home to some rather unusual boutiques, there's Curated by Ego, a concept store whose common thread is sustainability, meaning that items are essentially local (Belgian, but also from neighboring Netherlands), handmade, recycled, upcycled... In short, a store with a conscience. Clothes, home decor, toys, books, kitchen utensils, food... there's something for everyone. Stadshout's wooden boards are a must! They come from trees felled by the city's services and are given a second life.

At Wonder Friends, you'll find something to please everyone from 7 months (of pregnancy) to 77 years old: baby items, decorative objects, kitchen utensils, fashion, accessories, jewelry, cosmetics... There are over 100 brands available in this concept store, all chosen by Caroline and Isabelle, the two childhood friends behind the boutique. You can spend long moments browsing the shelves in search of the unusual or useful gift to make (for yourself). The "We all have something of the baraki in us" t-shirts are a particular favorite.

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.

With over 40,000 books in stock, Graffiti is quite simply the biggest bookshop in Walloon Brabant. It's simple: the books overflow the shelves and fill the walls and tables over 300^m2. It's been around since 1978 and is proud to be one of Belgium's oldest independent bookshops. There's something for everyone, from a wide variety of literature to practical life, tourism, science, history and children's books. The staff are professional and very friendly. A great bookshop.

This is the king of Antwerp fashion and one of the famous Six of Antwerp, a very classy (and expensive) store located near the Groenplaats. It all started in the 1980s, with simple and sophisticated pieces when the fashion was fluorescent. Since then, all the master's classics are there, including his beautiful handmade stoles.Women's ready-to-wear is on the first floor, while the firstfloor is dedicated to the men's department. A mix of East and West that takes us into an atmosphere of a whole other time...

Diamonds are Belgium's leading export item. We tend to forget it, but Bruges is the oldest diamond centre in Europe. It is therefore not surprising to find the best creations there. The exhibition and sales rooms are located in two historic buildings: The Sturgeon and The Beet Grain, built in 1514 and 1634 respectively, during the golden age of diamond jewellery in Bruges, under the impetus of the Dukes of Burgundy. It is here, among other things, that you may fall in love with a precious stone.

This is the place to be for comic book fanatics. Here, you'll find a huge selection of comics. For young and old alike, all styles are represented (classics, comics, mangas...). People flock here to find rare phylacteries, original or limited editions, figurines... A second-hand section with over 40,000 comics completes the range. Other special features include an astonishing thematic classification of works... a little disconcerting, but so much more practical!

It's an institution in Mons! The favorite bookshop of the people of Mons, whether students, parents, children, fans of manga, science or literature. Ideally located on the pedestrian mall in the center of town, Scientia is a haven of peace teeming with life and books. You'll find everything: literature, tourism, science, academic, practical, history, art, esoterica... What's more, the service is simply impeccable, and each sales assistant knows (more than) a thing or two. Don't hesitate to ask for advice.

The entire Antwerp fashion scene (Martin Margiela, Ann Demeulemeester, A.F. Vandevorst, Raf Simons) is represented in this boutique, which has been renowned in Antwerp for over 20 years for ready-to-wear by Belgian designers and international haute couture labels such as Balmain, Carven, Balenciaga and Lanvin. Of particular note are the magnificent men's jackets by Martin Margiela, displayed as one-off pieces. Prices are as high as the collections themselves! But a visit during the sales may be worthwhile.

Basilix attracts customers from the west of the city and even from the city centre. Easily accessible (10 minutes from the city centre), close to the ring road and facing the pastures of one of the last farms in Brussels, this shopping centre offers several well-known and popular brands. Hi-Fi, food, clothes, shoes, decoration, electrical appliances, restaurants, florists, ice cream parlours, bookshops, carteries, etc. A central area hosts various events and seasonal promotions. There is a large car park (2,000 spaces) and one of the largest Carrefour stores in Brussels is just a stone's throw away.

La Traversée is actually three bookshops in one, for more books and more pleasure. Located in the pedestrian zone in the heart of the town, La Traversée has three stores: the general bookshop founded in 2015 and, a little further down the street, a bookshop specializing in comics and mangas. A third store specializes in children's books. Between them, the three stores boast over 35,000 items! The sales staff are passionate about their work, and will give you their best advice. Meetings are organized on a regular basis.

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.

Here's a highly original creative stationery shop. We don't have many stores of this type in France, so it's a great opportunity to pack an original gift for your loved ones. Here, you'll find hand-bound books, notebooks, notepads printed with handcrafted motifs, paper, old photographs of the city, but also of cities around the world, postcards, art cards for all ages, original diaries, cardboard jewelry boxes, greeting cards and calligraphic stones that are impossible to resist.

For more than two centuries, this brand has been the address of excellence for all stationery lovers. It's like being immersed in Victorian England, with beautiful papers, exceptional nibs, not to mention the elaborate leathers. The shop is well named: cold at first sight, but full of treasures that allow you to get over this feeling. We will soon realize that our guides are passionate about their work and that they are very friendly as soon as they see their potential customers as lovers of beautiful things. Welcome, guests!

For the absolute fans of Tintin, Bedemania is a must! You can find a lot of books at a lower price as well as all the products derived from the most famous Belgian reporter: sculptures, Pixis, collectors' items, ex-libris (numbered vignette signed by the author inside the comic), etc. Gaëtan Laloy, a specialist in the world of Tintin, is vice-president of the Friends of Hergé and president of the Belgian Chamber of Comic Book Experts. Possibility to have one's own collection items appraised (albums, various objects, off-series, etc.).

This is the temple of vintage clothing! Here, you can browse the meticulously-curated shelves for clothes that are new, but with lines from the past. No psychedelic 70's, fluorescent or 80's butterfly cuts, just clothing lines from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s! A delight for those who love floral apron dresses, glamorous round-toed shoes, crochet and colorful leather handbags, and all manner of retro accessories. Lots of color and choice, and well-known retro brands.

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 central bookshop in Bruges which, in addition to magazines, offers beautiful books and guides to the city of Bruges. So, you don't speak Flemish, but you can find books (novels, foreign literature) in French, English, and beautiful editions of photos of the city, the region or even the country to bring back as gifts to your loved ones or to keep as souvenirs in your library. You'll also find useful maps of the region, and dictionaries if you want to learn a few words in the local language.

From simple silver to classic gold and exclusive gemstones, Nathalie and Nikolaas work together on their jewelry in their workshop: from simple rings to custom-made goldsmith pieces or antique pieces mounted in jewelry, including fancy earrings from the Electric Lady range, funky multicolored "ear candies" at more affordable prices and Less Fuzz, their upcycling label. A remarkable and meticulous 4-handed job of creating contemporary jewelry made in Bruges and beautiful gift ideas.

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!

This lace flea market has existed for 38 years and is located near the Lace Centre. Ideal to hunt for quality gifts, both antique and contemporary lace works. Some handmade lacework dates from the end of the 16th century, others from the 18th and 19th centuries. In addition to the antique pieces, you will find vintage lace works from the 1920s to the 1980s, craft books, placemats, handkerchiefs... and everything you need to try your hand at making lace. However, prices are quite high.

Livre's bookshop (pronounced "l'ivresse") has been based in Marche-en-Famenne since 2014. It was with the desire to create a space for meeting and sharing around books that founder Isabelle Lambert embarked on the adventure. And since then, it's been a huge success! Readers meet and mingle, the team is professional and helpful, and the selection of books is vast. And there's even a little extra: a reading corner in the shape of a log cabin for the kids! As the founder would say, it's a real friendly bookshop.

Located in the Châtelain district, this sweet and trendy boutique is a must-see alternative to find the object of your dreams. Both atypical and innovatively designed, the gadgets (often very useful, but not always!) delight young and old alike. Between pretty stencils to be stuck on according to your desires, original pockets to slip into your handbag, objects with moustaches and many others ... All at an affordable price! One thing is sure, once you've crossed the threshold, you can't get away from it. Webshop available.

Degand (3,000 m²) has been a licensed supplier to the Belgian Court since 1995. The elegant man will find his happiness in impeccably cut suits, in half-measure or ready-to-wear, in shoes and quality sports and business articles. Two master tailors, several seamstresses and numerous advisors are at your service in a spirit of tradition, including the choice of fabric for your shirt. Whether you are a businessman or a sporting gentleman, whether you are at work or at home, you will be dressed from head to toe. The art of refined living!

Carine Gilson is a reference in the field of "couture" lingerie. Since the 1990s, she has been awakening the world of fine lingerie by offering unique models made entirely by hand in her workshops in Anderlecht. Ultra-fine silk chiffon, high quality silks from Lyon or Caudry lace adorn her lingerie. Extraordinary cut-outs, lace inlays and subtle folding games transport the transparent compositions into a new dimension between assumed audacity and outrageous charm.

Elvis Pompillo, born in Liège to a family of Italian origin, has long been a world-renowned craftsman. Many celebrities such as Madonna, Amélie Nothomb and Harrison Ford have passed through his shop in search of the perfect headgear. The great fashion houses are snatching him up, Chanel, Mugler and Hugo Boss have all collaborated with the milliner. On two floors, a few hundred galurins are displayed while waiting to be found by the perfect head. The most famous milliner in Belgium is still Elvis!

Just a few metres from the Grand Place in Brussels, Penelope's Treasure offers a wide range of Flemish rugs, cushions and bags made in Belgium. You will also find jewellery made by established Belgian artists. Flemish tapestries are renowned worldwide for their quality and high colourfastness. Since the dawn of time, they have played an important role in Belgium and are recognized abroad. Penelope's Treasure is certified Free Tax for customs clearance at the airport.

Located two steps away from the Grand Place, this place, also called the House of Children's Literature, offers many activities for our beloved little wolves. Children are king with a library, a story jukebox and workshops. The place also offers illustration workshops for adults as well as a shop (La Boutique du Loup, where you can leave with the book of your dreams) and the Cantine du Chaperon, which offers organic sweet specialties. Freddy Leloup made his arrival in 2019 to celebrate the 10 years of the house.

Inno was Innovation, a superb shopping mall whose fire in 1967 was the most terrible that Belgium had ever seen. The store was rebuilt, but the Art Nouveau inspiration was abandoned and the functionalism of the 1970s took precedence. On 4 floors, the Inno offers you beautiful brands, from perfume to clothes (Calvin Klein, DKNY, Laurence Tavernier...), jewelry, leather goods, dishes and household linen. Hungry? There is the BON bar on the first floor, Lunch Garden on the^3rd floor and on the^{4th floor}, the geeks will go to MediaMarkt.

Geretti Jewelry Sablon is a diamond jeweler located in Brussels. Founded in 1929 in Antwerp, Belgium, this family-run business has earned an international reputation for creating fine jewelry. Their website offers a wide selection of engagement rings, wedding bands, jewelry and custom creations. Whether you're looking for a unique piece of jewelry or a model from their collection, Geretti will help you find the perfect ring for your special occasion. They also offer free express delivery, a one-year worldwide warranty and efficient customer service.

Welcome to the toy kingdom! Fox et Cie may be a chain (18 stores in Belgium, after all), but the range and choice of toy brands is more than interesting. From babies to teenagers, even adults will find something to enjoy as a family, as a couple, or even on their own, thanks in particular to a creative leisure section. If you need advice on how to find a toy, don't hesitate to ask the staff, they will help you to find what you need according to your child's age and tastes.

Welcome to Babylon Loveshop Mons, Belgium's largest Loveshop located in Quaregnon, near Mons. With 450 m² dedicated to pleasure and seduction, this boutique offers over 7,700 items to suit all tastes and desires. The team is on hand to advise you and help you make the right choice. What's more, Babylon Loveshop offers a click and collect service, so you can reserve your items online and pick them up in-store in less than 5 minutes. Don't hesitate to visit Babylon Loveshop Mons to discover their wide selection of products and benefit from their expertise in sexual pleasure and well-being.

Located in Charleroi, Belgium, Babylon Loveshop is a sex shop offering a wide range of erotic products. With over 5,000 references and 9 stores, it offers a varied choice, from sexy lingerie to sex toys and BDSM accessories. Store staff are friendly, professional and attentive to customer needs. Products are discreetly and carefully packaged. To get to the boutique, you can take the E42 and E420 freeways by car, and free parking is available on site. Bus and metro stops are also nearby.

Melting Pot Kilo Bourse is a vintage clothing store located in Brussels. It offers a wide selection of clothing, accessories, shoes, bags and more. The store's original concept is to sell by the kilo, enabling customers to find unique pieces at affordable prices. The store offers a relaxed, retro atmosphere, and is very popular with vintage fashion enthusiasts. For lovers of vintage fashion, Melting Pot Kilo Bourse is a must when visiting Brussels.

At the White Pelican, it's Christmas every day! You'll ask us what a pelican and a Christmas decoration store have in common? None, the bird is the sign of this historical house. Inside, we are propelled into the magic of the holidays: Christmas trees, glass ornaments, fabric or natural materials, garlands and lights, whatever your Christmas decorating style, you will surely find an article that suits you. But the store also makes room for other holidays like Easter or Halloween. A real return to childhood.

Since 2002, after a career in the world of jewellery and precious stones, Artemi Vasilakis shapes his own creations. His favourite material? Silver, left as such or gilded and set with semi-precious stones such as turquoise or quartz. Her inspiration comes from her childhood memories in Greece and from nature. Her jewellery often takes the form of water drops, flowers, shells or trees. All of this with great finesse and elegance. Some of her jewels are made to be engraved.