the guide Shopping September
Find Germany’s leading manufacturer of high-quality, luxury luggage at this new store on the first block of Newbury Street. RIMOWA is known for its four-wheeled, lightweight, hard-cased suitcases; the Boston boutique carries the brand’s mainstay collections. 12 Newbury St., 617.426.1336. Map 5, F4
Active Wear/Sporting Goods IBEX— Vermont-based retailer Ibex has its flagship
here in Boston. With both men’s and women’s collections, items are made exclusively of New Zealand merino wool, are water repellent and temperature regulating—so you’ll stay perfectly warm whether you’re hiking mountains or just strolling around the city. Open M-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. www.ibex.com. 303 Newbury St., 857.277.1932. Map 5, E4
Apparel: General BARBOUR— Barbour is known for its world-famous
waxed cotton outerwear, but the British retailer also outfits men, women and children with a complete line of casual yet refined apparel that includes trousers, sweaters, shirts and accessories in a variety of hues and fabrics. Also look for Barbour International, the brand’s motorcycle-inspired collection. Open M-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su 11 am-5 pm. www.barbour.com/shop/barbour-store-boston. 79 Newbury St., 617.375.7829. Map 5, E4
New Balance U.S. Global Flagship Store At more than 6,500 square feet, this retail design store is more an experience than mere shopping. Heritage displays, a signature, made-onsite demo area, giant digital screens, and performance apparel-clad mannequins show what New Balance is all about. 140 Guest St., Brighton. Map 3, A3
JOHNNY CUPCAKES— Johnny Cupcakes is not your
average bakery. In fact, it’s not a bakery at all. Boston native Johnny Earle created one sweet street wear brand here in the Hub, and now serves up his highly sought-after, limited-edition cupcakethemed graphic tees—in pastry cases and commercial refrigerators, naturally—exclusively at his boutiques. Open M-Sa 11 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-7 pm. www.johnnycupcakes.com. 279 Newbury St., 617.375.0100. Map 5, E4 NOMAD— This two-level showroom in Porter
Square is welcoming to patrons and chock-full of treasures from around the world. Find a boon of handmade and uniquely stylish clothing, not to mention folk art from Africa, Asia and America, silver jewelry, books, home furnishings, religious objects and funky fabric. Open M-F 10 am-7 pm, Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon-6 pm. www.nomadcambridge.com. 1741 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617.497.6677. Map 1, E2
Apparel: Women OUIMILLIE— Owner and interior designer Millicent
Cutler offers a fabulously curated collection of apparel, handbags, home furnishings, linens and accessories from emerging European designers
Margaret O’Leary This San Francisco-based clothing company is renowned for its cutting-edge knitwear and California chic aesthetic. Irish-born O’Leary began the business more than two decades ago, and it has evolved from a hand-loomed knit line into a full collection of innovative luxury knitwear. 49 Charles St., 617.535.9144. Map 5, G3
and inspired by her world travel. Find sought-after brands like Gubi from Denmark, London housewares company Kaymet and Ibiza atelier Maison des Vacances. Open Tu-Sa 11 am-7 pm, Su noon-5 pm. www.ouimillie.com. 121 Charles St., Boston, M, 617.669.2276.
Books/Films/Music BROOKLINE BOOKSMITH— Located steps from the
Coolidge Corner T stop, Brookline Booksmith is one of the Hub’s most cherished independent bookstores. Find all varieties of reads, from fiction to history to biography, and check out the Used Book Cellar for great deals. In the evenings you might catch a book reading in store, part of the “Readers & Writers” series. Open M-Th 8:30 am-10 pm, F-Sa 8:30 am-11 pm, Su 9 am-9 pm. www. brooklinebooksmith.com. 279 Harvard St., Brookline, 617.566.6660. Map 1, E2 TRIDENT BOOKSELLERS & CAFE— Since 1984. Hide
away for a day in this cozy half-bookstore, half-café with an extensive selection of magazines, unusual and bargain books, and unique specialties including the metaphysical, psychology and philosophy on the shelves here. The café (with tables on two floors) serves “perpetual breakfast,” as well
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