Shopping is a serious pastime in San Sebastián, and the lack of big-box
department stores is both something to celebrate and slightly confusing for
non-locals. Here, a rundown of the best boutiques in this posh coastal city.
Credit: Collected by Marti Kilpatrick, AFAR Local Expert
Goiuri Bikini Denda-Bikini Shop San Sebastian
Swimwear store · San Sebastian
"Mix-and-Match Swimwear The urban beaches of San Sebastián necessitate a chic swimsuit. If you forgot yours, or simply want a swimwear souvenir, Goiuri is the hands-down best swimsuit shop in town. They offer flattering suits of all types, with a mix-and-match ideology that makes finding a fab fit super easy."
La Casa del Vacío
Architecture school · San Sebastian
"Premiere Pop-Up Fashion Once a month, entrepreneur and fashionista Ane Etxebeste makes her online store, Kiluka Miluka, a tangible reality. This e-shop pops up in stores across the city. To keep up with the whereabouts of their unique and original designs (everything from clothes and accessories for women) check out their website."
Pukas Surf Eskola San Sebastián
Surf school · San Sebastian
"Surf Central San Sebastián, for many, is a surf town. Pukas is your one-stop shop for everything from surf lessons, bikinis, gear, and cool souvenirs with a local twist, like their trademark 'Surfing the Basque Country' t-shirts."
Aldamar-Bretxa
Permanently Closed
"Haute Basque Boutique Letitare is a luxurious boutique and outlet for the creativity of young Basque designer Irati Guarretxena. She uses an interesting mix of fabrics and textures to bring her illustrations to life in fashions for both men and women. Located in the La Bretxa Shopping Center: C.C. La Bretxa, planta principal - local B24. 20003"
HAKEI Garibai
Permanently Closed
"Leather and Cashmere Hakei began as a single boutique, but in the last five years has expanded rapidly, even crossing Spanish borders. The secret to its success? Gorgeously simple leather bags, supremely gorgeous shoes that tend toward the suede-leather persuasion, and luxe, drapey, oh-so-soft clothing for women. The price is right, too."
Loreak Mendian
Permanently Closed
"Modernist Basque Design Loreak Mendian is the epitome of youthful Basque couture for the people. Carefully designed, shying away from trends and focusing on classic cuts and prints with a bit of 'edge', their clothing walks a lovely line between wearable art and utilitarian. The boutique also has a winsome collection of carefully curated shoes and accessories. Worth a visit to pick up a catalog and check out the shop window display alone."
Pas si simple...
Women's clothing store · San Sebastian
"Sweet, Feminine Fashion This tiny boutique in the San Sebastián shopping district specializes in pure femininity. From shoes to clothing, purses to vintage finds, Pas si simple oozes sweetness. Think Scarlett Johannsen meets Amelie."
Narrika Kalea, 1
San Sebastian
"Curated Fashion and Furniture Montes + Mugica is a furniture studio and clothing store that devotes itself to good, clean taste. It's been in the family for generations, but each generation has brought a new style to the shop. The young brothers José and Javier bring a distinct affinity for all things Nordic, resulting in a gorgeous, hip aesthetic and real treasures for sale. Don't miss their monthly pop up market in their other building, Espacio La Central."
Ropa y Más: The Best Boutiques in San Sebastián
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Shopping is a serious pastime in San Sebastián, and the lack of big-box
department stores is both something to celebrate and slightly confusing for
non-locals. Here, a rundown of the best boutiques in this posh coastal city.
Credit: Collected by Marti Kilpatrick, AFAR Local Expert
Goiuri Bikini Denda-Bikini Shop San Sebastian
Swimwear store
"Mix-and-Match Swimwear The urban beaches of San Sebastián necessitate a chic swimsuit. If you forgot yours, or simply want a swimwear souvenir, Goiuri is the hands-down best swimsuit shop in town. They offer flattering suits of all types, with a mix-and-match ideology that makes finding a fab fit super easy."
La Casa del Vacío
Architecture school
"Premiere Pop-Up Fashion Once a month, entrepreneur and fashionista Ane Etxebeste makes her online store, Kiluka Miluka, a tangible reality. This e-shop pops up in stores across the city. To keep up with the whereabouts of their unique and original designs (everything from clothes and accessories for women) check out their website."
Pukas Surf Eskola San Sebastián
Surf school
"Surf Central San Sebastián, for many, is a surf town. Pukas is your one-stop shop for everything from surf lessons, bikinis, gear, and cool souvenirs with a local twist, like their trademark 'Surfing the Basque Country' t-shirts."
Aldamar-Bretxa
Permanently closed
"Haute Basque Boutique Letitare is a luxurious boutique and outlet for the creativity of young Basque designer Irati Guarretxena. She uses an interesting mix of fabrics and textures to bring her illustrations to life in fashions for both men and women. Located in the La Bretxa Shopping Center: C.C. La Bretxa, planta principal - local B24. 20003"
HAKEI Garibai
Permanently closed
"Leather and Cashmere Hakei began as a single boutique, but in the last five years has expanded rapidly, even crossing Spanish borders. The secret to its success? Gorgeously simple leather bags, supremely gorgeous shoes that tend toward the suede-leather persuasion, and luxe, drapey, oh-so-soft clothing for women. The price is right, too."
Loreak Mendian
Permanently closed
"Modernist Basque Design Loreak Mendian is the epitome of youthful Basque couture for the people. Carefully designed, shying away from trends and focusing on classic cuts and prints with a bit of 'edge', their clothing walks a lovely line between wearable art and utilitarian. The boutique also has a winsome collection of carefully curated shoes and accessories. Worth a visit to pick up a catalog and check out the shop window display alone."
Pas si simple...
Women's clothing store
"Sweet, Feminine Fashion This tiny boutique in the San Sebastián shopping district specializes in pure femininity. From shoes to clothing, purses to vintage finds, Pas si simple oozes sweetness. Think Scarlett Johannsen meets Amelie."
Narrika Kalea, 1
"Curated Fashion and Furniture Montes + Mugica is a furniture studio and clothing store that devotes itself to good, clean taste. It's been in the family for generations, but each generation has brought a new style to the shop. The young brothers José and Javier bring a distinct affinity for all things Nordic, resulting in a gorgeous, hip aesthetic and real treasures for sale. Don't miss their monthly pop up market in their other building, Espacio La Central."
