The best fashion and gift stores Portugal

No big surprises: records, books, hi-fi, computers, etc., presented with the same commercial and selective sense and the attraction of the green price. You will find here a selection of books in French. Of particular note are the lively Forum spaces (in Chiado with a panoramic view of the rooftops and a small café like only here) with a rather interesting monthly programme (get the agenda!) with all those who are making the Portuguese cultural and musical news and a rather extensive ticket office for shows.

It is impossible to pass in front of this shop without noticing it. You are here in the kingdom of the sardine with a decor reminiscent of the circuses of yesteryear. In this shop you will find traditional oil sardines but with an attractive packaging. Each box has a date with an important event occurring during this period as well as various facts. More than 100 references from 1916 to 2016. An address to visit if you are looking for a birthday gift

This large flea market takes its name, we can imagine it, from the origin of some of the objects it offers. You sometimes have the legitimate impression that the goods have fallen off the truck or, on the contrary, that a kid has robbed his grandmother's attic to buy a new game console. It is a mixture of personal junk sold on the sidewalk, current objects or a few records from distant lands, small shops "of antiquity"....

A reference in the fashion world since 1940, El Corte Inglés has become a worldwide shopping destination for luxury goods. A position consolidated by its history, passion for fashion and total dedication to customer service. A universe where you can find the best collections of international, Portuguese and luxury labels, as well as a rigorous selection of fine jewelry and watches, perfumery and cosmetic care. Also a Gourmet Area where you can enjoy the most exquisite products.

This is a very common sign. The models have nothing spectacular, but are still in the air of time, lines simple, easy to accommodate and not expensive at all, count € 30 per pair.

A small store full of beautiful handmade treasures. Dona Marta's welcome is extraordinarily smiling. You will find traditional costumes worn during romarias, colorful embroidery, some jewelry sets, small ceramic sculptures, etc. Entering Marta Prozil's shop is the assurance of leaving with a beautiful souvenir to bring back or to offer, typical of Portugal, of the Minho region in particular and above all unique. A store that deserves to be highlighted for the perpetuation of a Portuguese know-how.

Here you can find all kinds of wonderful clothes decorated with colorful embroideries of Viana. The work is careful and the embroidery is handmade. You can also find beautiful doilies, small boxes and other trinkets that will wonderfully decorate your home. Authentic and handcrafted souvenirs to bring back or to offer. You are welcomed with a smile in this store where there are many pretty things to see. Take a look around quietly.

The little treasure chest of Viana! A jewelry store where gold and filigree rub shoulders with turquoise for the pleasure of the eyes. You will find typical Viana jewelry, such as the Heart of Viana, recognizable among all by its leaning shape, or the filigree cross. Pieces worked with care by passionate designers, such as earrings and pendants. High prices as in all jewelry stores, but maybe you will fall under the charm of one of the proposed jewelry? A nice souvenir to please yourself. Nice welcome.

No one will deny that this is the Mecca of all the sports that we call Radicais! Rafting, canyoning, climbing, mountain biking... A whole range of quality equipment to prepare yourself with confidence for various excursions. The choice is varied and the salesmen will advise you with a smile. So don't take your equipment with you if it is too bulky, you should find here what you need to go on an adventure in Portugal. An excellent address where seriousness rhymes with conviviality.

A selection of clothing for people under 8 and furniture for children's rooms. Toast & Chocolate Collections, Small Boat, Tintin. Prices are consistent with the quality offered.

One of the seasonal Mecques of the swimsuit… Many choices at all prices, from the simplest to the most! and everything that goes with, like beautiful paréos and other trinkets.

It seems to be the only French bookshop in Portugal. An address that can be useful if you are in need of reading to laze at the beach. A good selection of books including above all works of human sciences, French-speaking classics (Institut franco-portugais oblige!), Portuguese literature and authors translated into French but also children's books and beautiful books. Activities, meetings and exhibitions are scheduled.

You can't miss this store that can be seen from afar with its well decorated windows. It is the meeting place for comic book fans. This specialized bookstore is perfect for fanatics who are always looking for new authors and other entertaining reading material. Beware, the shelves are definitely more for adults than for children. A vast selection in English but also local production and new sure values from Latin America (Argentina, Brazil...) or comics and mangas.

A very small shop that doesn't look like much in the middle of the large buildings of La Baixa. Certainly, it has a small stock but the whole history of fado is there as well as traditional Portuguese music and then some classical selections at low prices. It is rua do Carmo, in Chiado, that you will find its mobile branch (A Carrinha do Fado, a collection van of French brand). It is unmissable because it broadcasts fado songs all day long to anyone who wants to hear them...

A little hidden in the stairs of the Calçada do Duqe, it is a reference in vinyl. On the ascent that links Restauradores to Bairro Alto, this independent boutique has a fine selection of 33 cult tours from all over the world thanks to Vítor Nunes, a passionate fan. A good den full of classical, jazz, black music, rock (from the 1960s to the 1990s)... If you are a collector, this is THE place to go to Lisbon. You will inevitably find a rare pearl to bring back in your suitcase.

This association is the organizer of the event of the same name: two weeks of international fashion in Lisbon and recently in Estoril and Cascais. Each year, in March and October, she presents with her LAB (Laboratório de Ideias) innovative proposals for fashion and design. Creators, national designers and shops are listed on their Internet portal!

One of the oldest signs of the capital with shoes of all kinds, and even an orthopaedic ray.

It is a tiny springtime, the decoration of which has remained unchanged since its creation in 1925. It contains classical treasures or completely insanity (balloon green, canary yellow…), but affordable. There are also extra models for man, flannel or silk, pécari, all colors. The opportunity to delight you by trying new gloves of beautiful skin worked to the pince according to your hand, talqués, elbow stuck on a leather cushion… The couple of tenanciers will do everything to find your happiness, the good mood more.

The corner is less romantic than the Alfama, but it is a good idea to regroup in a practical space several exhibitions of collectors. 1st Sunday of the month: Collections, currencies and collections of collections, 2nd Sunday of the month: Portuguese crafts, 3rd Sunday of the month: antiques and flea, 4 ^th Sunday of the month: Plastic and decorative arts, 5 th Sunday of the month: records.

A bookshop that has existed since 1945, founded by João Rodrigues Pires, which has a multitude of stories to tell. The specialty of the house: engravings, with a room containing 400 original pieces. On three floors, a fine selection at all prices of nautical or land maps (including the Sanson series on France), engravings, lithographs, etc. A real Ali Baba's cave full of treasures to be unearthed. The little extra: in this house which is meant to be "tasteful", we even offer you the opportunity to do the framing on the spot!

It is the same as at home, in less expensive! You can also make a laundry. With all these addresses (the city is well connected by the house), you will be able to leave your linen for a cultural brainwashing or a canvas!

A huge hall to rescue everyone who realizes that 2 hours before departure, they made no gift! A little le de Casa, a huge bazaar "everything at 1 €. We have to look, but we fall on fashion and not expensive crockery, artificial flowers, house accessories, some souvenirs, Christmas detailing (good, when it's season) and lots of objects to make fun. There's a lot of turnover in the stock, so we don't have to hesitate too long when you benchmark something good.

The shop of one of the oldest artisanal factories of azulejos, which has been perpetuating traditional and manual techniques since 1741. A beautiful and wide choice of azulejos inspired by classic or modern motifs. You will find lamps, panels, coats of arms, quite original bathroom accessories, single tiles (don't miss the series of dogs, especially British customers). There are pretty little gifts to make: napkin rings or small ashtrays, vases, decanters. Prices start very low.

Since 1824, the great name of Portuguese hand-painted porcelain. The collections are worth a look, and the prices are finally incredibly low compared to those of Limoges. For pleasure, explore the many lines inspired by old Chinese motifs or beautiful Portuguese decoration. Vista Alegre provides special services for crowned heads, but has also opened Casa Alegre, a chain dedicated to small budgets with several really nice tableware lines that can be found in shopping centres.

National and international artists in a great pioneer space.

Since 1964, it has developed renowned and sometimes international Portuguese artists. 

One of the oldest art galleries in Lisbon, inaugurated in 1968, it has become a reference space for the pintura modernista portuguesa. Just the room is pretty in itself with its red brick ceiling and white walls that create a contrast. In its window you will always find original and interesting works that immediately attract the eye and make you want to go home. The works are not really first prize, so we go there more for the pleasure of the eyes, unless we are an experienced collector.

Via Catarina Shopping is a shopping centre that is a little more unusual than some of the others in the city and the surrounding area. It is located in the heart of the Baixa (upper city), on Santa Catarina Street. Its plus: the restaurant area where the traditional architecture of the city has been reproduced, it's like being there! Diversified offer of shops (80 in total), but no great surprise nevertheless, it remains the international shops of the shopping centres. Quite a lot of people and a place appreciated as much by the locals as by the tourists.

Depozito is the union of two projects: A Vida Portuguesa and Portugal Manual, one promoting traditional crafts and the other contemporary. The 400^m2 store features a highly specialized selection of decorative objects, household linen and fashion accessories. The entrance to the store is decorated with large posters of old advertisements for various products. Artisans are regularly invited to give demonstrations and workshops on specific skills.

Every Saturday, Anchieta Street fills up with stalls selling second-hand books and postcards. The books are old or recent and the prices vary depending on whether you are a good negotiator or not. Since the street is not huge, there are about twenty stalls. However, this is enough to make some finds, while escaping for a while from the crowd that invades the streets of Chiado on Saturday. Afterwards, all you have to do is sit on the terrace of the café A Brasileira with your book and watch life pass you by.

Have you ever heard of the art of filigree? It is a typical jewelry technique in Portugal, which consists of creating jewelry from very fine twisted wires. At Lua de Prata, you will find a wide selection of filigree jewelry, both in gold and silver. This jewelry store, which has been in existence for more than 30 years, always catches the eye when you pass by its window, offering a multitude of items. In addition to filigree jewelry, you will also find jewelry in the pure style of traditional Portuguese jewelry.

This is, in our opinion, one of the most beautiful concept stores in the Príncipe Real area. You will find a little bit of everything: decoration, gift ideas, clothes, bags, accessories like sunglasses or jewelry but also books... The selection is of very good taste and quality. The prices are a bit high sometimes. The brands present are Portuguese and international. We prefer to warn you, there is a lot of choice, it will be difficult to leave the store without buying anything.

You will inevitably want to stop in front of the window of this store. Formerly a surf store (run by Magic Quiver), it is now a store of decoration, clothes and accessories. A bit like a souk in itself, this store will make you travel to India, Latin America, while offering you quality and responsible items, as well as local crafts. Take your time, because there are many things to see everywhere (even the ceiling!). The saleswoman is very welcoming and will know how to advise you.

Humana is a chain of second hand clothes. Like the ressourceries, they recover the clothes that people give and sell them at low prices. These stores are very popular with the locals because there are regular sales to change the collection. Several times a year, they put the whole store at one price (40% then 50% then 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 euros). You will sometimes find clothes of big brands by looking well. We like the fact that the store is well arranged and that everything is not in bulk in boxes.

One of Lisbon's veteran independent record dealers. When you see the sign outside, you will have to go up a floor to find the store. The shop-apartment on the first floor near Largo de Camões is well equipped with vinyl. The decoration, a little sixties a little vintage, sets the mood immediately. We are offered a short journey through musical time. A lot of rock (sixties, garage, psyche, progressive...) but also soul or jazz. Iggy Pop and Franck Zappa are among the idols of the place, Hallelujah!

In vinyl and CD, a rather pointed choice in independent music and ties.

A DJ Shop for the Djs! Paulo Roque, his mentor, develops a good selection in techno, minimum, electro, house, disco, funk or rare groove…

Not far from the FNAC, a large and beautiful space (with refreshment bar) with a lot of choices (vinyl, CD, DVD...) new or second hand : rock music of all trends, world music, jazz... Louie Louie is present, also, in Porto, a bargain: the stock is running! Don't hesitate to ask for what you are looking for, the team will be happy to bring it to you from the North if you need it. With Carbono or Flur, one of the best record dealers in town, it's a question of quality/quantity!

In 2006, Selecta Lexo Dj of the collective Raska founded this shop. Specialist for reggae vibration and Jamaican rhythms, unique boutique of the kind of Lisbon, or even Portugal.

Odile is the name of the grandmother of the creator of this store and brand of eco-friendly clothing. Recently installed in the small street that connects Praça das Flores to São Bento Street, you will see in the window pretty colorful wicker baskets. In addition to clothes, Odile works with artisans from different regions of Portugal and offers accessories or decorative objects. She creates with them unique collections for her store. She also collaborates with other brands.

Satisfying travelers in search of local and original handicrafts, this is the idea that animated the owners of the Flores Creative Store. They propose exclusively Portuguese handicrafts or products whose creators are Portuguese, in order to value the national know-how. More than 60 designers are represented. You will find, for example, linen and clothing made of wool, wallets made of cork, or bags made of tire tubes. A modern and very cute Ali Baba's cave.

You collect hats and vinyl? Here you can combine your 2 passions. You will discover on multiple shelves hats of all styles and local manufacture. Quality guaranteed. While you're trying on your new hat, you can find a rare Stones, Ella Fitzgerald or ACDC live record in the bins filled with vinyls just below the shelves. For the record, there's a reason for the hat/vinyl association: musicians often wear hats. It was necessary to think about it!

Going up Rua do Almada, you will inevitably come across this pretty concept store run by a mother, Maria Branco, and her son, Luís Palhão. Inside, you can find everything. Leather boots from Ary Horse, jewelry from Maria Branco, men's shirts, backpacks from the Serra da Estrela, crockery from the Alentejo, blankets, antique furniture, Colombian handmade wallets. Jams, olive oil, wine and candles complete the varied offer of this store. Perfect for finding an original gift.

In the lower part of São Bento Street, among restaurants and stores, this bookstore is well established. Without further ado, embark on a journey into the world of travel, a little stopover in the land of books that tell the story of explorers from all eras. Travel on foot, by bicycle, by train, culinary journey, spiritual journey, you choose your destination... Very good selection of French literature. Conferences and book signings are sometimes organized. Information on their website.

The origin of this brand dates back to 1887 when two Germans, Ferdinand Claus and Georges Schweder, founded the first soap and perfume factory in northern Portugal. Coming down from the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcantara, you will see one of their shops on your right. Your eye will immediately be drawn to the retro and colourful packaging, reminiscent of the Art Deco style of the 1930s. The smells of soaps (then declined in candles and cie) are bewitching and make you want to crack.

"Love Lisbon", love it so much that you can't come back without a memory of this beautiful city. Souvenirs from Portugal, yes, but design souvenirs with craftsmanship using traditional know-how with a style that has been updated. In this shop you will find ceramics by young artists but also tote bags proudly displaying the Lisbon symbols and other objects of all kinds. Here, we are far from the ultrakitsch shops that can be found all over the historic centre and that's good!

With its city-within-a-city and 5-storey liner look, this gigantic shopping mall has almost become Viseu's economic lung: it features all the international clothing and accessories brands, a huge food store, a state-of-the-art cinema, a wide choice of restaurants and Portugal's only 600^m2 permanent ice rink^! A 50 m swimming pool and a nightclub are also located in the basement. Unfortunately, the Bar de Glace(Bar do gelo) recently closed its doors...

There are many hat shops, but few that offer handmade hats. This shop was created by two women, whose families have been in the industry for a long time. The name of the store is a tribute to the grandfather of one of them. The store's decoration is surprising with its hat hangers. There's one for all the heads. It's a reference in Lisbon, so don't hesitate to put the price if you fall for an item, the quality will be there. They are all 100% made in Portugal.

A paradise for vinyl lovers. There is something for everyone: pop-rock (the one you will find most in the shelves), indie, Portuguese and Brazilian music, jazz, blues, metal, punk, hardcore, world music, soul, funk, disco, hip-hop, reggae/dub, electronic. In 12" or 7" format, most of the vinyls are 45s, new or used at a reduced price. The store is not very big but it is well arranged, to facilitate nice finds. Also CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays and music-themed books. Good welcome.

A historical store in Sintra: Artnis is an institution here. There are several stores in the city. Their specialty is linens in all their possible variations, but you will also find bedspreads or rugs. Everything is made in Portugal. The embroidery lovers will be delighted because there is a vast choice. We had a crush on the woven cotton plaids with various patterns. You will also find some ceramics and more classic souvenirs like soaps from artisanal factories.