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Here is a listing of some of the chicest shops in Athens and the labels they carry:
Athens News
Athens News
Shop till you drop
Department stores
Notos Galleries 99 Aiolou & Stadiou sts, tel 210-324-5811/www.notosgalleries.gr
Seven floors of cosmetics, accessories and clothing for men, women and children. Labels include Miss Sixty, Kookai, Trussardi Jeans and Lacoste
Fokas 41 Stadiou St, tel 210-331-1177; 11 Ermou & Voulis sts, Syntagma, tel 210-325-7770
The Stadiou St store opened in late 2003, transferring most of the custom from the somewhat dated Ermou St branch. It sells a wide variety of sports brands in the basement, with cosmetics, clothing, bags and shoes for all ages on the floors above
Hondos Center 4 Omonia Sq, tel 210-528-2800; smaller branches throughout the city
A great selection of makeup and perfumes from most international brands, rails of swimwear and lingerie, bags and some basic clothing
Marks & Spencers 33-35 Ermou St, Syntagma, tel 210-324-0804/210-324-0675
Brits may be disappointed by this scaled-down version of their high-street staple. Don't expect to find those delicious eats or the latest designs, but you can buy underwear, much of the Per Una line, casual outfits and swimwear
International designers
BCBG MaxAzria 4 Anagnostopoulou St, Kolonaki, 210-729-8606
DKNY 8 Solonos St, Kolonaki, 210-360-3775
Emporio Armani 5 Milioni St, Kolonaki, 210-338-9101
Escada 33 Tsakalof St, Kolonaki, 210-361-3918
Giorgio Armani 8 Koumbari St, Kolonaki, 210-361-3603
Gucci 27 Tsakalof St, Kolonaki, 210-360-2519; 8 Kolokotroni St, Kifissia, 210 808-9034
Hugo Boss 19 Amerikis St, 210-338 9080
Longchamp 6 Voukourestiou St, Syntagma, 210-325-8750. Also branches in Piraeus, Glyfada, Kolonaki, Kifissia, Thessaloniki, and at Athens Airport, Fokas and Notos Galleries
Maxmara 14 Akadimias St, 210-360-2142; Kolokotroni 7, Kifissia, 210-808-6084
Louis Vuitton 19 Voukourestiou St, 210-361-3938
Tod's 13 Voukourestiou St, 210-335-6425
Tommy Hilfiger 3 Milioni St, 210-338-9420
Designer boutiques
Luisa 15 Skoufa St, tel 210-363-5600
Painfully chic, incredibly pricey and somewhat snooty, Luisa sells a range of labels including Stella McCartney, Ralph Lauren, Lanvin, Roberto Cavalli, Narciso Rodriguez and shoes by Jimmy Choo. Can't face the pricetags? Pop into the stock shop next door, where last season's pieces are sold for up to 70 percent off
Sotris 30 Anagnostopoulou St, tel 210-363-9281
Dolce&Gabbana, Prada, Miu Miu, Marni, Voyage, Antonio Beradi, Stella McCartney, Comme des Garcons, Dior Homme... the list at this stylists' fave goes on and on. Check out the eveningwear by Greek star Angelos Frentzos
Sofos 5 Anagnostopoulou St, tel 210-361-8713
Diane von Furstenburg wrap dresses and flimsy floral tops are sold here alongside a selection of itsy-bitsy bikinis, hot pants, summer frocks and other pieces from a variety of both lesser-known and established international labels
Bettina 40 Anagnostopoulou St, Kolonaki, tel 210-339-2094, Voukourestiou 4, tel 210-339-0966
The Athens home of Sophia Kokosalaki's clothing, this quiet, white minimalist shop also stocks representative pieces from Comme des Garcons, Balenciaga, and Martine Sitbon, among other idiosyncratic names, and Greeks Angelos Frentzos and Filep Motwary
Galle 10 Kolkotroni St, Kifissia, tel 210-623-0859
Come here for the humorous yet beautiful Anya Hindmarch totes, the shoes by Emma Hope and the distinguished clothing from Lolita Lempicka, Alessandro dell Acqua, Paul Smith and many others
Elina Lembessi 13 Irakleitou St, tel 210-363-1731
Lembessi's own timelessly attractive, pretty patterns are showcased alongside creations by a handful of local designers including Mia Oeser, whose embroidered, sequinned tops and bikinis are must-haves for summer
Afternoon 1 Deinokratous St, tel 210-722-5380
Introduce yourself to Greek fashion at this stylish store, part of the St George Lycabettus Hotel, where the labels include high-flying Yiorgos Eleftheriades (who shows in Paris) along with stars on the rise such as Pavlos Kyriakidis, Vaso Consola, Lena Katsanidou and Chara Lebessi, among many others
Ice Cube 28 Tsakalof St, tel 210-362-5669
Designs from Greek duos Deux Hommes and Aesthetic Theory, bags and bijoux from a selection of Greek artists and garments and accessories from labels ranging from Gharani Strok to Alice Temperley and Lara Bohinc
Soho Soho 8 Kolokotroni St, Kifissia, tel 210-623-4707
This funky little emporium started out on Mykonos, where it was - and still is - the number one place to buy kaftans, sandals and elegantly casual beachwear. The Kifissia branch similarly sells trendy bits and pieces from a well-chosen assortment of local and international brands
YEShop 28 Pindarou St, tel 210-361-5278
Yiorgos Eleftheriades' quirky tailoring is for men and women who appreciate impeccable cutting, quality fabrics and uncoventional designs
Lena Katsanidou - Where to Wear
17 Alopekis & Loukianou sts, tel 210-722-3923
Colourful, eye-catching and original, Katsanidou's clothes and accessories are beloved by the Athenian celebrity crowd
High street
BSB 8 Tsakalof St, Kolonaki, tel 210-339-2366
Highly trendy, ephemeral Greek-made garments at fairly reasonable prices
Lussile 37 Ermou St, tel 210-321-5615
Classic suits and workwear alongside a funkier selection of catwalk-inspired pieces for twenty- and thirty-somethings
Zara 59 Stadiou St, tel 210-324-3101; branches throughout Athens
The Spanish chain dominates the Greek high street - and why wouldn't it, with such laughable prices and up-to-the-minute fashions? On Ermou St alone there are three branches, and everywhere you look you will see people carrying the bulging black paper bags
Karen Millen 11 Anagnostopoulou St, tel 210-362-3172
England's high-street-meets-designer brand for stylish dressers at the higher end of the pay scale comes to Athens
Puma 17 Kanari St, tel 210-361-0516
Sporty clothing, must-have trainers and sunglasses. The limited editions are particularly popular
Mango 39 Ermou St, tel 210-322-7657
Priced slightly higher than its compatriot Zara, Mango has a tempting range of clothes, bags and shoes
Diesel 3 Skoufa St, Kolonaki, tel 210-362-2748
Too-cool-for-school ripped, low-cut jeans and much more
Replay 14 Irakleitou St, tel 210-364-0756
Jeans, belts, trendy tees and decorated jackets for trendy guys and gals
Sava 25 Akadimias St, tel 210-364-1192; Andrea Papandreou 40, Halandri, tel 210-685-2234
The owner of this shop travels to France and Italy regularly, returning with a wide selection of well-picked, funky, fashionable clothing
Orfanidis 27 Kolokotroni St, tel 210-323-5643
Unisex pieces from French Connection, Guess, Energie, D&G and various other cool and casual brands
Artisti Italiani 22 Ermou St, tel 210-331-3857; Ag Metaxa 9, Glyfada, tel 210-968-1544
Classic pieces at prices that are rather higher than one might hope to pay for a label that is, despite the name and hype, Greek
Nine Below 16 Tsakalof St, tel 210-362-5668
Dodge down into this basement for funky streetwear, vintage-type garments and accessories from a range of suitably underground European labels
Shoes and accessories
Vassilis Zoulias Old Athens 17 Kanari St, Kolonaki, tel 210-361-4762
Elegant, classic mules, ballet pumps and slingbacks with matching bags, inspired by the footwear in the glamorous films of the 50s and early 60s
Spiliopoulos 63 Ermou St, tel 210-322-7590; 50 Adrianou St, tel 210-321-9096
A shoe-lover's favourite, this bustling shop sells last season's footwear and seconds at half price or less from a variety of high-end names including Manolo Blahnik, Emma Hope, Kate Space, Narciso Rodriguez and Tod's, as well as trendy sandals and bags from cheaper labels
Kalogirou 4 Patriarchou Ioakeim St, Kolonaki, tel 210-335-6401; 92 Kyprou St, Glyfada, tel 210-335-6407; other branches
Expensive footwear from the likes of Prada, Miu Miu, Tod's, Church's and Casadei fill the vitrines of this haughty Athenian institution alongside Kalogirou designer-'inspired' own-brand shoes
Prasini 7-9 Tsakalof St, tel 210-364-6258
Upstairs enjoy the collection of fashion-conscious Spanish, Italian, French - and Greek - heels, boots and sandals, while downstairs the shop is stocked with designer bags and purses
Rollini 16 Ermou St, tel 210-323-4838
Dolce&Gabbana and Pura Lopez, Camper and Adidas - this store has a vast range of attractive shoes to suit most pockets and tastes
Left 1 Leventi St, Kolonaki, tel 210-723-8937
Stylish leather and suede flip-flops made by Greek designer Ioannis are the main draw at this little Kolonaki boutique, but there is also an interesting selection of imported pieces
Kem 26 Patriachou Ioakim St, Kolonaki, tel 210-721-9230; other branches around Athens
This affordable Greek chain sells trendy leather totes, evening bags and capacious weekenders
Accessorize 42 Ermou St, tel 210-331-7780; 5 Levidou St, Kifissia, tel 210-623-6540; branches around Athens
Jewellery
Elena Votsi 7 Xanthou St, tel 210-360-0936
The woman behind this year's revamped Olympic medals, Votsi is acclaimed for her stocky gold rings with slabs of semi-precious stone and her distinctive necklaces that combine aquamarine, coral and other colourful elements with gold
Eleni Marneri Creative Gallery
3 Agathoupoleos St, Patission, tel 210-866-8195
Inspired exhibitions and a permanent collection of unusual precious and semi-precious jewellery by a selection of upcoming Greek artists
Maria Mastori 24 Alopekis St, tel 210-722-0062
Unique rings, earrings and pendants handmade with gold combined with semi-precious stones, feathers, silk or even wire and plastic characterise this exceptional jewellery designer's work
Lalaounis 6 Panepistimiou St, tel 210-364-0263
The world-renowned jeweller, whose elaborate creations have been worn by stars from Maria Callas to Anna Vissi, sells his complete contemporary, costly collection here
Folli Follie 37 Ermou St, tel 210-323-0601; branches throughout Athens
Bridging the gap between designer and high street, this Greek-born jewellery and accessories chain sells affordable, fashionable watches, necklaces, bracelets, scarves and bags
Borell's 5 Ypsilantou St, tel 210-721-9772
Vintage costume jewellery from some of the legends of the 40s and 50s, including Miriam Haskell and Trifari
Beauty Shops
Body 'n' Soul 11 Omirou St, Neo Psychico, tel 210-677-4554; 17 Fivis St, Glyfada, tel 210-894-5737
Stocking the creme de la creme of international niche beauty brands, these pampering parlours offer such goodies as Caudalie creams, Diptyque candles, OPI nail varnish and Nars and Stephane Marais cosmetics
Heaven on Earth 16 Levidou St, Kifissia, tel 210-808-1151
With some of the finest products currently on the global market sitting on its shelves - St Tropez whipped self-tanning mousse, Terax and Bumble & bumble hair care, Annick Goutal perfumes, Bliss Spa and Fresh body creams - the name of this beauty boutique sums it up
Sephora 24 Ermou St, tel 210-331-3167
Beautyworks 8 Kolokotroni St, Kifissia, tel 210-808-9070; cnr Neofytou Douka and Kapsali sts, Kolonaki, tel 210-722-5511
The Athens home of Shu Uemura Japanese cosmetics, this shop also sells products from Kiehl's, Joey New York, Penhaglion's, Aqua di Parma and the pomegranate-infused antioxidant creams by Rodial
Korres Cnr Eratosthenous and Ivikou sts, Pangrati, tel 210-752-0442 or 210-722-2774
Londoners know it from the King's Road store, New Yorkers and Parisians from the shelves of Henri Bendels and Galeries Lafayette, respectively. In Greece you can find the natural-based, reasonably-priced, minimalistically-packaged Korres products in most chemists, but in Pangrati, at the humble homeopathic pharmacy from which it was first launched, you can find the full range, including travel sizes
MAC 44 Ermou St, tel 210-325-8260; branches around the city
ATHENS NEWS , 16/08/2004, page: A37
Envy, please tell me you are based in Athens, i certainly love to share with a fellow Athenian here at tFS 
actually Louisa & Bettina are much better boutiques than Sotris but this is the oldest traditional 'designer importer' in town, goes back to the 70's
