The guide to the best shopping in Stockholm

The guide to the best shopping in Stockholm

Stockholm is renowned for being one of the most fashionable cities in the world and is an excellent shopping destination. You will find contemporary Scandinavian aesthetics and up-and-coming designers alongside high-street fashion labels and luxurious powerhouses. To help you navigate through this maze, we have compiled the best shopping areas, department stores, boutiques and hidden gems - a little something for everyone. Happy hunting!

In this guide
  1. Shopping areas
    1. Södermalm
    2. Östermalm
  2. Department stores
    1. Åhléns – From Acne to Muji
    2. NK – A modern powerhouse
    3. MOOD – Unique all-in-one concept
    4. Sturegallerian – A little bit of everything
    5. Westfield Mall of Scandinavia – Scandinavia's largest shopping destination
    6. Gallerian – Wide range
  3. Shopping for both men and women
    1. Grandpa – For contemporary cool
    2. Aplace – Scandinavian fashion at its finest
    3. Acne – Modern fashion brand
    4. Nitty Gritty – On-trend luxury brands
    5. Arket – Nordic minimalism
    6. Weekday – Popular chain
    7. Filippa K – Cool, elegant Swedish style
    8. COS – Modern and functional
    9. Uniqlo – Japanese clothing giants
    10. Eytys – Shoes from Stockholm
    11. Samsøe & Samsøe – Danish design
    12. Our Legacy – From shirts to bucket hats
    13. Sneakersnstuff – Sneakers in Södermalm
    14. A Day's March
    15. 6/5/4
  4. Women's fashion
    1. Nathalie Schuterman – Rock-chic meets casual elegance
    2. Rodebjer – Acclaimed design
    3. & Other Stories – Complete fashion boutique
    4. Monki – Budget friendly and trendy
    5. Ganni – Colourful
    6. Judits Second Hand – Vintage veteran
    7. Arkivet – Second-hand success story
  5. Men's fashion
    1. Lund & Lund – A gentlemen's classic
    2. Rose & Born
    3. Jupiter – Modern haberdashery
    4. Herr Judit – Style-conscious vintage store
    5. Byus
  6. Kids' fashion
    1. Lucca – For the cool kids
    2. Mini Rodini – Playful and sustainable
    3. Bonti
    4. NK – Cute children's department
  7. Interior design shops
    1. Stalands – Fantastic furniture store
    2. Nordiska Galleriet – Everything a design aficionado could wish for
    3. Asplund – Cool Scandinavian style
    4. Svenskt Tenn – Timeless elegance
    5. Royal Design – Large range of interiors
    6. Granit – Everything in its place
    7. Designtorget – Design items for all

Shopping areas

Södermalm

Take a stroll along Götgatsbacken - heavily populated by shops and cafes. For vintage shopping, try the SoFo area - head towards Skånegatan and uber-trendy Nytorget. Take a detour onto Östgötagatan, or Åsögatan to really get a feel for the neighbourhood. Be sure to check out the popular Bruno Gallerian and other independent boutiques.

Östermalm

Work your way down from Östermalmstorg towards Humlegårdsgatan and then browse your way through Sturegallerian before finishing off at Stureplan. Birger Jarlsgatan and Biblioteksgatan house many prominent international labels alongside local designers. Make a pit stop at NK and you will have seen most of what the area has to offer.

Department stores

Åhléns

From Acne to Muji

In the midst of the bustling city, this department store offers a wide variety of quintessentially Swedish brands like Acne, Tiger, Filippa K and Whyred. Be sure to check out their extensive shoe department or peruse the accessories, makeup and denim offerings. While they are famous for their own brand of home furnishings and kitchen accessories, you will also find the Japanese brand Muji here. Take a well-deserved break and devour some delicious, organic and locally sourced food at Sally Voltaire & Systrar

NK

A modern powerhouse

This classic 100-year-old shopping-mecca has received a stylish upgrade. Rest assured - you will find a fabulous array of everything from contemporary Swedish fashion labels, to luxury brands such as Jimmy Choo and Hermès. A visit to the well-stocked leisure centre, in-store make-up department or home furnishings section will not disappoint. Finish off with a glass of sparkling wine at NK’s Champagne bar or a pastry in one of the many cafes.

MOOD

Unique all-in-one concept

Mood is one of the latest additions to the array of boutique department stores that populates the city. Providing a lively mix of shops and restaurants in close proximity to both Östermalm and City. Browse through the fashion and interior-design stores, visit the spa or make a night out of it at one of the many trendy restaurants – grab drink at Boqueria where DJ:s play from dusk till dawn.

Sturegallerian

A little bit of everything

This galleria at the heart of Stureplan houses high-street favourites such as Zara and Twilfit, as well as a luxurious day-spa; Sturebadet and Sturecompagniet - an exclusive nightclub. Choose this popular shopping destination for its assortment of multi-brand boutiques, restaurants and cafes as well as Hedengrens - a beautifully well-stocked bookshop.

Westfield Mall of Scandinavia

Scandinavia's largest shopping destination

Fashion, beauty, sport, interiors, restaurants, Sweden's first IMAX cinema...The gigantic Mall of Scandinavia in Solna has all this and more. You can spend an entire day here shopping, eating, running errands and hanging out. The mall opened in 2015 and is a world class shopping destination.

 

Gallerian

Wide range

Gallerian went through an extensive renovation and facelift in 2018/2019, with new store concepts and exciting restaurants. You'll find the beauty chain Kick's 1500 square metre flagship store here, as well as many other clothes shops and accessories.

Shopping for both men and women

Grandpa

For contemporary cool

This popular boutique carries the latest in contemporary design, with emphasis on Scandinavian fashion labels. Designers such as Carin Wester, Minimarket, Sandqvist, Rodebjer and Hope decorate the hangers. There is also an extensive collection of hats and accessories, as well as home decor.

Aplace

Scandinavian fashion at its finest

Aplace is another hip concept store providing customers with the latest looks from designers such as Henrik Vibskov, Wood Wood, Rodebjer, Carin Wester, Acne and Stine Goya. Choose from an exciting array of sneakers, or dressier versions from ATP Atelier and Reschia, to name a few. The flagship store is located at Norrlandsgatan.

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Modern fashion brand

This Stockholm-based fashion brand, which was originally synonymous with jeans, draws in both Stockholmers and style-conscious visitors looking for a taste of Stockholm style. Their contemporary, creative collections include clothes, shoes and accessories both women, men and children.

  • Norrmalmstorg 2, City/Norrmalm Nytorgsgatan 36, Södermalm
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    Norrmalmstorg 2, City/Norrmalm
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Nitty Gritty

On-trend luxury brands

Originally located in Gamla Stan, this popular shopping destination is now located at Krukmakargatan. A flawless concept store, selling a carefully curated selection of men's and womenswear. Expect to find labels such as Isabel Marant, APC, Helmut Lang, Aspesi and Stone Island.

Arket

Nordic minimalism

With Arket, H&M has created a mini "department store" with wearable clothes, interiors objects and a Scandinavian café all under the same roof. Combine Arket's own clothes with, for example, Birkenstock and the other brands they stock.

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Popular chain

You'll find jeans and clothes inspired by Scandinavian design at Weekday's busy stores. The chain started in Sweden in 2002 and can now be found in several different countries. Both budget-friendly and trend-conscious.

  • Götgatan 21, Södermalm Drottninggatan 65, City/Norrmalm
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    Götgatan 21, Södermalm
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    Drottninggatan 65, City/Norrmalm
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    08-411 29 70
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Cool, elegant Swedish style

Style, simplicity and quality are the watchwords at Filippa K, one of Sweden's best-known fashion brands. As well as their collections, they have a fabulous "soft sport" line of yoga, holiday and loungewear. Their flagship store is on Grev Turegatan in Östermalm.

  • Grev Turegatan 18, Östermalm Biblioteksgatan 2, City/Norrmalm
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    Grev Turegatan 18, Östermalm
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    08-611 88 03
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COS

Modern and functional

H&M's slightly more pared-back and minimalist concept brand on Biblioteksgatan. You'll find a wide range of simple wardrobe essentials, as well as clothes with slightly more detail, made from good quality fabrics.

Uniqlo

Japanese clothing giants

The Japanese clothes chain opened its first Swedish branch to great fanfare in 2018 in a vast store right next door to Kungsträdgården in the city centre. They stock all the popular wardrobe basics for which they're famous, from t-shirts to thin down jackets, for both adults and children.

Eytys

Shoes from Stockholm

The Swedish shoe brand Eytys was founded in 2012 and quickly achieved international success. They're best known for their obligatory unisex sneakers, but they also stock other shoe models and clothes inspired by Eighties and Nineties aesthetics. You'll find their Stockholm store on Norrlandsgåtan.

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Danish design

The Danish brand Samsøe & Samsøe is famous for easy-to-wear clothes, shoes and accessories for men and women. Scandinavian minimalism goes hand in hand with inspiration from Copenhagen's individual style.

  • Götgatan 36, Södermalm Regeringsgatan 48, City/Norrmalm
    Samsøe & Samsøe Brunogallerian
    Götgatan 36, Södermalm
    Samsøe & Samsøe Mood Stockholm
    Regeringsgatan 48, City/Norrmalm
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Our Legacy

From shirts to bucket hats

Hip, stylish and casual - Swedish brand Our Legacy has almost everything the city's most trend-conscious men could possibly desire. Shirts, sweatshirts, jackets and bucket hats are just a few of the items you'll find here.

 

Sneakersnstuff

Sneakers in Södermalm

Sneakersnstuff were among the first in Stockholm to sell sneakers which you used to have to travel to New York to get hold of. Their Södermalm store also stocks clothes from well-known brands, mainly for men but also a small selection for women.

Women's fashion

Nathalie Schuterman

Rock-chic meets casual elegance

Fashion Attitudes combines international superstars, with Scandinavian fashion darlings. Catering to a wide audience, this multi-brand boutique offers a unique and personal selection from labels such as Casadei, Barbara Bui and Iceberg.

Rodebjer

Acclaimed design

Swedish brand Rodebjer is famous for their timeless yet elegant key pieces sported by countless Stockholmers. If you're a fan of this acclaimed fashion brand, you shouldn't miss their beautifully designed flagship store in the middle of Norrmalmstorg.

& Other Stories

Complete fashion boutique

This uber-popular store on Biblioteksgatan has two floors filled with own-brand fashion. You can put together an entire wardrobe here with collections designed in Paris, Stockholm and Los Angeles. Along with the brand's own clothes, shoes and accessories they stock sneakers from Adidas, among others.

Monki

Budget friendly and trendy

Monki is popular for their poppy, wallet-friendly fashion. It's easy to experiment with style here and shop for both both wardrobe basics and trendier, more eye-catching clothes. The brand has several outlets, but the one on Götgatsbacken is their best known.

Ganni

Colourful

Forget Scandinavian minimalism - the Danish brand Ganni is easily recognisable for their colourful clothes and their distinctive tailoring. They opened their first physical store in Stockholm in 2019 on Norrlandsgatan, in Aplace's old premises.

Judits Second Hand

Vintage veteran

If you're after a slightly more edited collection of vintage and secondhand clothes, Judits Second Hand is a popular option. Their store on Hornsgatan in Södermalm stocks clothes, shoes and accessories from many well-known designers and brands.

 

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Second-hand success story

Fashion and environmentally-conscious Stockholmers flock to Arkivet to bag second-hand bargains. Since they opened their first store near Odenplan, their customer base has grown and grown and they now have a second store in Östermalm. They sell clothes, shoes and accessories on commission, and they only accept nearly new items in good condition.

  • Norrtullsgatan 33, Vasastan Nybrogatan 44, Östermalm
    Arkivet Second Hand Odenplan
    Norrtullsgatan 33, Vasastan
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    Nybrogatan 44, Östermalm
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    072-969 20 00
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    073-232 70 00
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Men's fashion

Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund – Best shopping
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Lund & Lund

A gentlemen's classic

The stylish man's boutique of choice. Lund & Lund offers impeccably designed three-piece suits and made-to-order items with emphasis on quality and cut.

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Modern haberdashery

With its three locations, this quality-oriented men's boutique blends timeless sophistication with modern design. Their carefully curated selection of styles makes for the ultimate wardrobe additions. Labels such as Oscar Jacobson, Mauro Grifoni and Buttero frequent the hangers.

  • Kungsgatan 5, City/Östermalm/Norrmalm Norrlandsgatan 21, City/Östermalm/Norrmalm
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    Norrlandsgatan 21, City/Östermalm/Norrmalm
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Herr Judit

Style-conscious vintage store

Herr Judit stocks everything from super-classic pieces to highly desirable second-hand garmets from Supreme and other streetwear brands. A gold mine for anyone who wants to bag a bargain, but you need to get in there early - the boutique is well-known and popular.

Kids' fashion

Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
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Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
Lucca Fashion for Kids
Lucca Fashion for Kids – Best shopping
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Lucca

For the cool kids

If you are looking for on-trend children's clothing you have come to the right place. Lucca carries a range of high-end brands from the littlest to teens. Browse their collection of Zadig & Voltaire, Hackett, Stella McCartney and Scotch & Soda - to name a few.

Mini Rodini

Playful and sustainable

Colourful clothes, playful prints and ethical production. The Swedish children's clothes brand Mini Rodini has achieved international success and is sold at various stores all over the world, but they also have their own boutiques. Head to the Mini Rodini Treasures store for samples and other bargains.

NK

Cute children's department

Stockholm's most exclusive department store has an extensive children's department filled with both clothes and toys for children of all ages. You can buy delightful gifts as well as clothing and sweet shoes, not to mention preppy designer creations in miniature.

Interior design shops

Stalands

Fantastic furniture store

A furniture mecca over seven floors with everything you could possibly want for your home. Stålands is housed in a former brewery building on Åsögatan and it's packed at weekends. There's a wide range of beds and sofa beds, among other things.

Nordiska Galleriet

Everything a design aficionado could wish for

A must for anyone with a penchant for modern design. All the biggest international designers are represented at Nordiska Galleriet, from Arne Jacobsen to Tom Dixon. The store also includes an entire showroom of Fritz Hansen furniture.

Asplund – Best shopping
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Asplund – Best shopping
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Asplund – Best shopping
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Asplund – Best shopping
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Asplund – Best shopping
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Asplund – Best shopping
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Asplund

Cool Scandinavian style

Exclusive, Nordic interior design boutique with an emphasis on clean lines and timeless design. The range includes both furniture and interiors objects designed in collaboration with Swedish and international designers. You can buy a rug here - or a complete kitchen or bathroom.

Svenskt Tenn

Timeless elegance

Svenskt Tenn was founded in 1924 and is a real Stockholm institution. Their shop on Strandvägen stocks Josef Frank's iconic furniture and textile designs, alongside china, vases and masses of other accessories that make popular gifts.

Royal Design

Large range of interiors

You'll find a huge range of furniture and interiors details here from various brands, from design classics to more modern options. Royal Design sells a lot online, but they also have physical stores with reasonable prices.

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Everything in its place

Granit sells everything from practical storage boxes to kitchen utensils, plant pots and furniture. Perfect when you need basic items for your home, or if you need to buy someone a stylish, useful gift.

  • Kungsgatan 42, City/Norrmalm St Eriksgatan 45, Kungsholmen Götgatan 31, Södermalm Humlegårdsgatan 20, Östermalm Långholmsgatan 36, Södermalm/Hornstull
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    Kungsgatan 42, City/Norrmalm
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    St Eriksgatan 45, Kungsholmen
    Granit Götgatan
    Götgatan 31, Södermalm
    Granit Humlegårdsgatan
    Humlegårdsgatan 20, Östermalm
    Granit Hornstull
    Långholmsgatan 36, Södermalm/Hornstull
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    08-21 92 85
    Granit Västermalmsgallerian
    08-650 73 25
    Granit Götgatan
    08-642 10 68
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    08-462 66 87
    Granit Hornstull
    08-462 66 83
  • Granit Kungsgatan Granit Västermalmsgallerian Granit Götgatan Granit Humlegårdsgatan Granit Hornstull
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Design items for all

String shelves, coffee cups, books, toys, lamps, presents... Designtorget's stores are full of design products for the home, as well as jewellery and accessories. Design aficionados will find something here to suit all budgets.

  • Sergelgatan 20, City/Norrmalm Götgatan 31, Södermalm Centralstation (Centralhallen), City/Norrmalm
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    Sergelgatan 20, City/Norrmalm
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    Götgatan 31, Södermalm
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    Centralstation (Centralhallen), City/Norrmalm
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    08-644 16 78
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    08-518 010 51
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