Best shopping in Charleston

JK Designs Jewelry

Custom and curated jewelry shop on N Market Street, drawing steady local and tourist traffic with a 5-star reputation built on 3,000-plus reviews.

Grit & Grace Studio

Women's clothing boutique on King Street stocking contemporary and vintage-inspired pieces with a Southern-coastal lean.

Verita. A Bridal Boutique

Bridal boutique on Coleman Boulevard carrying curated gown selections for brides who want personal attention over warehouse-style shopping.

East West Gem Co.

Independent jewelry and gemstone shop tucked into a King Street suite, dealing in loose stones, custom work, and finished pieces.

Rowan King Street

Fine jewelry and body piercing studio on King Street, where gold work and precision piercings share the same clean, considered space.

Hazel Twenty + Lex Twenty

Side-by-side boutiques on Wentworth Street selling women's clothing and shoes under the Twenty label.

Charleston Rings

Custom and estate jewelry shop on East Bay, steps from the waterfront.

Candlefish

Fragrance-focused shop on King Street where you build custom candles and choose from hundreds of single-note scents.

Artist & Craftsman Supply Charleston Uptown

Creative supplies for artists & crafters, from painting & sculpting to bookbinding & origami.

Gwynn's of Mount Pleasant

Family-owned women's boutique on Houston Northcutt carrying clothing, jewelry, and cosmetics for Mount Pleasant shoppers since 1946.

The White Magnolia Bridal Collection

Bridal boutique on Calhoun Street carrying curated gown and accessory collections for Charleston-area weddings.

K|LA Boutique

Women's clothing boutique on Coleman Boulevard in Mount Pleasant, stocking contemporary pieces for local shoppers.

Seyahan Jewelry

Turkish-owned jewelry shop on Broad Street dealing in handcrafted gold and silver pieces with Mediterranean design influences.

Dream Day Charleston

Bridal boutique in a Mount Pleasant strip mall carrying wedding gowns, accessories, and alterations for brides across the Lowcountry.

Hermosa Jewelry

Small-batch jewelry studio on St. Philip Street, selling handmade pieces from the designer's own bench.

Indochino

Made-to-measure menswear shop on King Street fitting suits, shirts, and chinos to order.

MP Demetre Jewelers

Posh, established shop offering fine jewelry, high-end watches & loose diamonds, plus repairs.

Off Track Ice Cream

Easygoing option furnishing homemade ice cream that features area-sourced ingredients.

Buxton Books

Independent bookshop on King Street with a tight, well-curated selection and a regular schedule of author events.

Old Whaling Co

Nautical-themed gift shop on King Street stocking candles, prints, and coastal goods made by American makers.

Tiger Lily Florist

Spring Street florist handling Charleston weddings and events with a retail shop stocked in cut flowers, arrangements, and gifts.

Ascot Diamonds Charleston

Boutique specializing in wedding jewelry with custom options, plus top-shelf statement pieces.

Joint Venture Estate Jewelers

Store for pre-owned & consignment antique, vintage & modern estate jewelry, plus designer watches.

Kissmet

Curated home goods and decor shop on North Market Street, stocking furniture, textiles, and objects with a considered, global sensibility.

Brown's Court Bakery

Eastside bakery with a tiny coffee bar. Cardamom buns, sourdough, espresso done right.

State & Liberty Clothing - Charleston

Athletic-fit menswear brand with stretch fabrics and tailored silhouettes, occupying a clean King Street storefront.

Bella Bridesmaids

Bridesmaid boutique offering dresses for wedding attendants in a vast range of colors & styles.

The Shops at The Charleston Place

Upscale hotel galleria on Meeting Street anchoring luxury retail between Burberry and local boutiques beneath the Charleston Place chandelier.

AL&EM - Private Jeweler

Appointment-only jewelry studio on Cleveland Street specializing in custom and estate pieces, with a loyal local following.

Marsh & Magnolia | A Custom Hat Experience

Custom hat studio on King Street where you pick the brim, band, and block.

Forget Me Knot Alterations & Design Studio LLC

Wedding alterations and custom design studio tucked into Sottile Street, handling everything from bridal gowns to formal wear.

La Pâtisserie

French pastry shop on King Street, turning out croissants, tarts, and espresso drinks to the morning crowd.

The Paper Canopy

Stationery and paper goods shop on Spring Street, stocking cards, wrapping, and gifts for people who still write things down.

Gold Creations

Compact showroom selling unique collections of jewelry, including bracelets & pendants, since 1975.

The Market by Seed Catering + Events

Catering-focused market on President Street stocking prepared foods, wine, and beer with takeout and delivery from the Seed Catering kitchen.

Meeting Green

Working plant nursery and wholesale farm on Meeting Street's upper corridor, open to the public for seasonal stock.

My Sister's Cottage

Curated gift shop on King Street stocking Southern-inflected clothing, home goods, and accessories with a cottage aesthetic.

Copper Penny Boutique

Women's clothing boutique on King Street's shopping corridor, stocking contemporary brands alongside locally curated pieces.

Patriots Plaza

Strip mall anchor on Houston Northcutt with a mix of national chains and local services, free parking, and easy Mount Pleasant access.

Garrett's Golf Cars, LLC - Mt. Pleasant

Family-run golf cart dealer and rental shop on Johnnie Dodds, serving Mt. Pleasant residents and island commuters since the cart culture took hold.

Emily Kotarski Bridal Design

Brides choose from various silhouettes & materials for custom wedding gowns that are handcrafted.

Blue Bicycle Books

Independent bookstore on King Street stocking new, used, and rare titles with a particular depth in Southern literature.

The Tiny Tassel

Tucked-away Spring Street boutique stocking women's clothing, jewelry, and home goods with free parking behind the shop.

Mellow Mood

Laid-back Hasell Street boutique stocking curated casual wear with a distinct coastal-without-trying-too-hard sensibility.

Sweeter Than Fiction

Independent bookstore on King Street with a curated fiction-forward selection and enough breathing room to actually browse.

Earthbound Trading Co.

Bohemian lifestyle chain store on King Street selling crystals, incense, tapestries, and festival-ready clothing.

John Marmo Diamonds - By Appointment Only

Second-floor King Street jeweler operating by appointment, known for custom diamond work and private consultations.

Jordan Lash Charleston

Polished menswear shop on King Street carrying tailored clothing and accessories for the Southern gentleman.

Collared Greens

Curated menswear shop on King Street stocking Southern-inflected basics and tailored staples for the well-dressed Charlestonian.

Croghan's Jewel Box

Enduring store in an 18th-century building selling high-end antique & estate jewelry, plus gifts.

Dacuba's Fine Jewelry

Boutique for unique custom pieces featuring local motifs such as Charleston's wrought iron gates.

True Lucia

Women's clothing and jewelry boutique on King Street, stocking carefully edited pieces with a lean toward understated, European-influenced style.

vineyard vines

Preppy chain for the whole family, inspired by Martha's Vineyard, including signature print ties.

Lucky Bride Charleston

Bridal boutique off Coleman Boulevard in Mount Pleasant, stocking wedding gowns and accessories with free parking and a five-star reputation among brides.

ALENA FEDE DESIGN STUDIO |Custom Wedding dresses, Bridesmaids, Prom/ Alterations

Bridal atelier on Broad Street specializing in custom wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and alterations.

Curated Events

Wedding planning and design studio on East Bay Street handling logistics, décor, and coordination for Charleston-area events.

M. Dumas & Sons

Established, upscale boutique featuring brand-name, casual & business apparel & accessories for men.

HART

Independent jewelry studio on upper King Street, known for handcrafted pieces and a spare, gallery-like floor.

The Citadel Bookstore

Official campus store for The Citadel, stocking military college gear, textbooks, and Bulldogs merchandise on Moultrie Street.

STUDS

Piercing-focused jewelry chain on King Street specializing in ear curation and solid gold studs.

H&M

Chain retailer supplying on-trend clothing, swimwear, accessories & shoes.

MIX Boutique

Women's clothing boutique on King Street's shopping corridor, stocking curated contemporary pieces with curbside pickup.

Half-Moon Outfitters

Outdoor gear and apparel shop on King Street stocking technical clothing, camping supplies, and kayak equipment for Lowcountry adventures.

Maddison Row South

Sophisticated boutique specializing in high-end bridal gowns, by appointment only.

Berlin's For Men

Menswear store offering traditional styles, custom fittings, alterations & accessories since 1883.

Selective

Curated women's boutique on Meeting Street stocking independent labels and considered basics in a spare, edit-minded space.

Farside Vintage

Tightly curated vintage and secondhand clothing shop on John Street, drawing regulars with a well-edited rack and fair prices.

Schuck + Chic

Petite Society Street boutique stocking women's clothing and accessories with an edit that skews toward coastal occasion dressing.

Sewing Down South

Craig Conover's fabric and home goods shop on King Street, stocked with bold prints and Southern-inflected textiles.

Grady Ervin & Co

Traditional store featuring classic menswear brands & made-to-measure options, plus alterations.

The Coleman Collection

Curated furniture and home goods tucked into a Mt. Pleasant breezeway, stocking pieces with visible provenance and a rotating floor.

Mildred Newberry

Curated gift and home goods shop on Broad Street, stocking the kind of things people actually want to give.

Magnolia Bride of Charleston

Bridal boutique on Wentworth Street carrying designer gowns for Charleston weddings, with accessible fitting rooms.

The Parlour

Full-service salon and styling studio tucked into a Vendue Range storefront, handling hair, makeup, and wardrobe under one roof.

Love, Quin

Women's boutique on North Market Street stocking curated clothing with a warm, personal touch from the owner.

Village Pointe Shopping Center

Strip mall anchored by everyday retailers off Houston Northcutt in Mount Pleasant, with free parking and straightforward access.

Created Rings

Custom jewelry studio on King Street specializing in handcrafted rings, with curbside pickup for finished pieces.

Sohn & McClure Jewelers

Family-run jewelry shop on East Bay Street carrying estate pieces, custom work, and repairs since 1973.

Nine Line Apparel Charleston

Veteran-owned clothing and apparel shop on Market Street stocking patriotic gear and military-themed goods.

Normandy Farm Artisan Bakery

Neighborhood bakery on Windermere Boulevard turning out artisan breads and pastries alongside coffee and breakfast.

Uncle Kyle's Sweater Emporium and Vintage Locker Room

Vintage sportswear and locker room relics packed into a King Street shop with a name that earns its reputation.

Hampden

Spacious, sophisticated shop presenting high-end designer clothing & accessories for women.

Revealed Art Gallery

Rotating contemporary art gallery on Church Street that doubles as a boutique clothing shop in a compact historic storefront.

Altar'd State King Street

Retailer of stylish clothing for young women, plus jewelry, shoes, accessories & decor items.

Bobbles & Lace

Independent women's boutique on upper King Street stocking dresses, accessories, and occasion wear in a compact, browsable space.

Peachy Keen

Maris DeHart

Women's clothing, shoes, and jewelry boutique tucked into a Vendue Range suite near the waterfront.

Indigo Home

Curated home goods and furnishings shop tucked into the Vendue Range corridor of the French Quarter.

Worn Consignment + Wear for Men

Curated men's consignment shop on Houston Northcutt pulling secondhand dress shirts, denim, and outerwear for Mount Pleasant's practical wardrobe crowd.

The Showroom Charleston

Bridal boutique in a Mount Pleasant strip suite, stocking curated gowns for Charleston-area weddings.

Dare Gallery

Mixed-media art gallery on Broad Street dealing in paintings, jewelry, and home objects from regional and national artists.

J.Crew

Chain outpost for classic, stylish apparel, shoes & accessories for men & women.

Charleston Tuxedo

Full-service tuxedo rental and sales shop on Coleman Boulevard, handling formalwear for weddings and events in Mount Pleasant.

Antiques of South Windermere

Cluttered, well-priced antique shop in the South Windermere strip mall, stocking furniture, silver, and decorative odds from the Lowcountry and beyond.

WORTHWHILE

Upscale women's boutique selling clothing, shoes, accessories & body products in a chic space.

Harvest Moon Home

Compact women's boutique on upper King carrying curated clothing and accessories with a laid-back, earthy sensibility.

College of Charleston Bookstore

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

Ensemble Consignment Boutique

Classy boutique selling secondhand apparel for women, including designer & brand-name fashions.

Copper Penny Boutique

Women's clothing boutique in a Mount Pleasant strip mall, stocking curated contemporary brands with curbside pickup.

Two Cumberland

Little 2nd-floor boutique featuring stylish, Southern-inspired womenswear, jewelry & home goods.

David Skinner Antiques & Period Lighting

Billy Reid

Urbane boutique featuring a broad range of men's & women's apparel & accessories.

Beau & Ro

Women's clothing boutique on King Street carrying contemporary pieces with a clean, edited selection.

The OOPS! Co

Closeout and overstock boutique on King Street stocking discounted women's clothing and gifts.

Tableau on King

Carolina Antique Maps and Prints

Dress Up Charleston

Women's boutique on King Street carrying contemporary labels alongside local designer pieces.

Peyton William Handmade Jewelry

Custom and handmade jewelry studio on King Street, designed and crafted by the maker on-site.

Anthropologie

Chain selling boho-chic womenswear, shoes, accessories & home decor (some feature wedding attire).

Best Gift Idea Ever

Gift and novelty shop on the Market Street tourist corridor carrying local souvenirs, art, and home goods.

Freebird Stores

Independent shoe and accessories boutique on King Street with a curated edit of boots, sandals, and leather goods.

Shops of Mt Pleasant

Strip mall anchored by local and chain tenants along Coleman Boulevard in the heart of older Mount Pleasant.

Brooks Brothers

Longtime label known for its classic shirts, suits, sportswear & accessories for men, women & kids.

Madison Mathews

Women's boutique on King Street stocking contemporary and occasion wear for Charleston's social calendar.

Michael Mitchell

King Street gallery and furniture showroom where art, custom builds, and curated home goods share the same floor.

Charleston Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Nonprofit thrift outlet on Meeting Street selling donated furniture, appliances, and building materials to fund local affordable housing construction.

A.P.B. Charleston

Compact streetwear and sneaker shop on Meeting Street carrying curated brands for men.

The Boutique Charleston

Women's clothing, gifts, and home goods shop mid-King Street, stocking locally leaning merchandise in a compact, accessible storefront.

HOLST + LEE

Intimate jewelry studio on State Street dealing in custom-designed pieces and curated estate finds.

Uncommon James

Kristin Cavallari's jewelry and lifestyle brand outpost on King Street, stocking minimalist gold pieces and branded apparel.

Chubbies Charleston

Surf-and-skate apparel shop on King Street stocking boardshorts, tees, and casual coastal wear for men.

Millie Lynn Boutique

Women's boutique on King Street carrying contemporary clothing and accessories.

One of A Kind

Eclectic art gallery and gift shop on Market Street stocking local crafts, jewelry, and one-off pieces since the 1980s.

UNTUCKit

Casual menswear chain on King Street, built around shirts tailored to wear untucked.

Kendra Scott

Branch of the designer's jewelry boutique known for customizable jewelry in a range of colors.

Crabby Jack's General Store

Souvenir-heavy general store on Market Street stocking lowcountry snacks, hot sauces, and coastal kitsch.

Gretchen Scott

Colorful, pattern-heavy women's clothing boutique from the New Orleans-born designer, anchored on King Street's shopping corridor.

Studio 151 Fine Art Gallery

Carolina Cooler

TINA Stephens

Boutique on lower King carrying women's clothing with a focused, curated selection.

SHOP SXC

Compact women's boutique on King Street carrying a curated mix of contemporary clothing and accessories.

Urban Outfitters

Chain with a hipster vibe known for on-trend fashions, accessories & quirky home-decor items.

Free People

Women's clothing chain with a bohemian-inspired collection of dresses, jackets, shoes & accessories.

Wynsum Antiques & Interiors

Curated mix of antiques and decorative interiors in a King Street retail space.

Kids On King

Upscale boutique selling children's toys, gifts & clothing, including special-occasion apparel.

Shoes on King

High-end storefront with fashionable handbags & women's footwear by well-known & emerging designers.

Reformation

Funky shop selling its own clothing designs made from vintage pieces & repurposed fabric

LoveShackFancy

Frilly, floral women's boutique from the New York brand, planted mid-King Street among Charleston's independent shops.

Madewell

Chain featuring stylish apparel, including denim jeans, plus accessories, shoes & bags.

Alkyon Arts and Antiques

The Finicky Filly

Boutique carrying contemporary apparel, from casualwear to evening dresses, plus jewelry & handbags.

The Ben Silver Collection

Boutique offering refined, traditional clothing for men & women, plus shoes, eyewear & accessories.

Gallery 42

Golden and Associates Antiques

Showroom for 18th–19th-century European & American antiques, Caribbean furniture & vintage lighting.

Pottery Barn

This upscale furniture chain also sells bed & bath items, tableware, lighting & other home goods.

Brandy Melville - Charleston

Italian fast-fashion chain on King Street selling one-size women's basics in a whitewashed, sun-bleached aesthetic.

Uptown Cheapskate Mount Pleasant

Retailer known for buying & selling secondhand designer apparel & accessories for young adults.