Passeig de Gracía may be the city’s heart of international brands, but you should walk a little further into the neighbourhoods of Eixample and San Gervasi. Here, you’ll find some of the best locally made designs that influence international style sensibilities. The look is relaxed, uncomplicated, comfortable, and best of all, easy on the pocketbook. Even the King’s jeweler is worth a visit for sparkly pieces that eschew a high price tag without compromising on quality.
Menchén Thomàs
Haute couture designed and made in Barcelona with a ready-to-wear line for those needing a special dress in a hurry.
Sita Murt
Superb knitwear. Visit the flagship store at Mestre Nicolau, 18.
Bad Habits
This store isn’t just a habit for well-dressed ladies in the city. It’s an addiction, where classic pieces are designed as everyday style statements, available only at the flagship store Carrer del Tenor Viñas, 5.
The-Are
Get the back from Ibiza with casual styles that look best with beach-washed hair.
The Avant
Silvia García Presa designs and oversees the making of all the clothes locally at The Avant. She travels to source homewares from northern Africa for a collection of covetable classics from bedroom to boardroom.
Sea People
The OG espadrille store. If you have enough time in the city, order yours custom-made.
Danni Ro
An American in Barcelona, designing and manufacturing with upscaled materials.
Robin
Swimwear and coverups designed in Barcelona to reflect the essence of the Mediterranean.
Lonbali
Spain’s version of the Goyard, with customization available in-store at Carrer dels Madrazo, 129.
Farrutx
Like all the great Spanish leather goods brands, this one, too, comes from Mallorca at Carrer de Muntaner, 252.
Lotusse
This Mallorca brand is a household name and a reminder why Spain was famed as the shoe-making capital of the world, with a large footprint in China.
Suarez
King Carlos shopped for Queen Letitzia’s engagement ring at Suarez Brothers’. They now also remain the couple’s official jewelers.
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FAQs:
Q: Does Menchén Thomàs in Barcelona have an online store that ships internationally?
A: Yes, Menchén Thomàs in Barcelona does have an online store that ships internationally. They offer free worldwide shipping on orders over €500, although taxes and duties for non-EU countries are the responsibility of the buyer.
Q: How long does it take for a custom-made order of Sea People espadrilles to be ready?
A: Custom-made espadrilles from Sea People in Barcelona are crafted through a slow and careful production process, emphasizing sustainability and artisan quality. While the exact turnaround time isn’t listed, similar bespoke espadrille services in Spain typically take 2 to 3 weeks from design consultation to delivery.
Q: Does the brand Lotusse have stores in the US?
A: No, Lotusse, the Barcelona-based luxury footwear and leather goods brand, does not currently have stores in the United States. Their physical boutiques are located across Spain—including Barcelona, Madrid, and Palma de Mallorca—as well as in select international locations like Andorra, Portugal, China, and Croatia
