The best fashion and gift stores Hanoi

Jade runs a small neighborhood store. On Hàng Trông street, near the cathedral and many cafés (for those who should wait during the fittings), the store is tiny and cluttered with fabrics and sewing machines. She is a professional seamstress who speaks French remarkably well, understands and executes marvelously the work requested: copies, alterations, made-to-measure... All our friends of Le Petit Futé passing through Hanoi have their clothes cut with happiness at her. Go ahead from us.

Beautiful t-shirts. Natural materials and high-quality products made in Vietnam according to environmentally friendly production standards and fair trade principles. Original design inspired by the urban environment and daily life in Vietnam. For men and women... And plenty of original souvenir gifts from talented designers to give or to treat yourself to: accessories, bags, mugs... One new product follows another. Other boutiques in Hanoi at 49 Dinh Tien, 60 Hàng Gai and 44 Hàng Bè.

This shopping centre is located south of the central district. It mainly targets the new middle class clientele. Several foreign brands: Levis, Adidas, Nike, etc. Clothing, household appliances, kitchen, multimedia, sports... here you will find everything! Between two sightseeing visits, this shopping centre is a good opportunity to immerse yourself in the daily life of the region's inhabitants. It also has a cinema in which the films are subtitled in English to make it easier for you to understand.

To find maps, guides and books, in English and French (more rarely), on Vietnamese history and culture.

Very close to the cathedral, in a very nicely arranged shop, a Vietnam-Japan fusion spirit to give birth to very beautiful creations (objects, toys, children's clothing) which always highlight the ancestral know-how of Vietnamese craftsmen. The products are of high quality, which explains a price that may seem (relatively) high. The fetish product of the house is the teddy bear, declined in a wide choice of colors and materials. All the same? None of them have the same smile...

Jewellery shop founded by Ludo Drijboom, diamond dealer from Antwerp, seduced by the talent of Vietnamese craftsmen. Arriving in Vietnam in 2000, he created Discovery Diamonds Company, a company specialising in diamond cutting, manufacturing and exporting jewellery. Several collections with creations of oriental inspiration in gold, silver, enhanced or not with diamonds. The prices are accessible and the shop often proposes promotional offers. A glittering stop in this street leading to the cathedral.

Founded in 2000 by My Ha, the Marie-Linh boutique blends French and Vietnamese influences, just like the origins of its designer. Women's clothing in linen, silk and organza... Elegant creations, in sober colors and classicism without boredom. Handcrafted, with embroidery that gives each garment a unique personality. The welcome is friendly and professional. It's an address that will appeal to more than one looking to build a pretty wardrobe at very reasonable prices. Ready-to-wear and made-to-measure.

An establishment that will delight musicians, ethnologists, collectors, or simply lovers of beautiful objects. The very small shop, in an alley in the Old Quarter, is a real gem. You will discover a large choice of musical instruments (gongs, harps, drums, wind instruments...) which illustrate the richness of Vietnamese cultural heritage and the ethnic diversity of the country. Many of them are unknown in Europe and belong to endangered traditions (including those of ethnic minorities). They make great gifts.

Women's fashion by a Spanish couple, Laura Fontan and the architect Diego Cortizas, living in Vietnam since 2004. Beautiful, dynamic and original creations that highlight Vietnamese traditions and seduce a growing international clientele. The limited handcrafted production guarantees the quality of each product. A visit to the large house-workshop north of the West Lake is worth the detour. Another shop in the Central District, near the cathedral at 27, Nha Chung. Possibility to order online.

To build a wardrobe entirely tailored to your needs. Male and female fashion. Quality work and wide selection of beautiful fabrics imported from Europe and Japan.

Charming shop located in the alleyway behind the cathedral. One is very kindly welcomed in the middle of a thousand small treasures which constitute as many pleasant souvenirs or gifts to offer. Lots of colours and refinement and all the charm of handmade: patchwork, small stationery, bags, pouches, accessories, cushions... All these objects reinvent themselves in an imaginative way thanks to new assemblages, surprising harmonies, unexpected combinations. A small cave of enchanted objects.

Gallery opened in 2003 and dedicated to the discovery and promotion of young Vietnamese talents (painting and sculpture). For the pictorial arts, mainly oil painting and lacquer, but also charcoal, watercolor, painting on paper "Do". Near the Temple of Literature, the gallery is an excellent way to discover contemporary creation and new faces of Vietnamese art. Exhibitions are regularly organized. It is possible to purchase some of the works. The gallery takes care of the shipping.

The best of Vietnamese lacquerware! Since 1997, Hanoia has been working on the valorization of traditional knowledge. The result? Magnificent products whose design and quality can satisfy the most demanding amateurs. The ideal store for sumptuous gifts (objects and jewelry in sanded lacquer) that honor a thousand-year-old art. Also, decorative objects, furniture... Top of the line! Other addresses in town: 58, Quoc Tu Giam (in the Temple of Literature) and 61, Trang Tiên (Central District).

A "one-stop shop" in the West Lake district to stock up on original gifts at low prices. Large choice of ethnic textiles, women's clothing, knick-knacks, handicrafts, jewelry, decorative and furnishing items... The products come from Vietnam, but also from other South-East Asian countries: Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia or Malaysia... Thanks to a 7-day-a-week tailoring service, the fabrics can be shaped (clothing or decoration) very quickly. Possibility to make purchases online, with a very large catalog.

Near the cathedral, this very nicely furnished store is full of gift ideas. Reproductions declined in an inventive way (stationery, bags, posters...) which make relive all the periods of the Vietnamese history, artisanal products, fine grocery (teas, coffee, chocolate, spices...). Inventive, original and high quality objects. One of the best places in Hanoi to buy gifts and souvenirs.

Tailor made suits and shirts for men. Imported materials (UK and Italy) and high quality work. The company has opened its own factory in Vietnam to produce high quality suits. Obviously, the first and most important step for a successful realization is the design of the model. This tailor relies on many criteria to make a piece that fits perfectly to your body. Made by hand and sewing machine only. Prices available on the website.

In the rue de la Soie, an institution whose core business is embroidery. A store where 4 generations live together. The business has evolved with the times, has diversified and the atmosphere is contemporary and attractive. But the house remains attached to the values of craftsmanship and work well done. It is a pleasure to choose beautiful clothes, linens, jewelry and other refined gifts. A nicely decorated café allows for a gourmet break.

Right next to the great cathedral, a fruitful stop-off point for stocking up on gifts and souvenirs. It's a small store, but the choice is vast, and even if you're lacking in imagination, you're sure to find the happy surprise and the gift that will hit the spot. The founders wanted to create a space where it would be easy for friends and family to find the little gift that represents a trip to Vietnam. Handcrafted items, leather goods, cards, board games - always original and of the highest quality.

Beautiful creations by a Japanese craftsman who, in the spirit of ethical and fair trade, is interested in traditional methods and works to preserve minority techniques relating to the manufacture of plant-based textiles and their treatment with natural dyes. In the store, you'll find beautiful Japanese-inspired clothing, traditional minority garments for collectors, scarves and scarves, silver and stone jewelry. Highly recommended for gifts and souvenirs.

Silk institution on Hang Gay.