Don’t miss these Edinburgh fashion stores that combine trends with timeless service.
For an ancient city so rich in heritage, Edinburgh is certainly no slouch in the fashion stakes. Here’s a selection of our fashion highlights.
Pam Jenkins
Pam Jenkins is quite simply Edinburgh designer shoe-shopping heaven. The boutique stocks everything from classic Louboutins and Jimmy Choos to Pretty Ballerinas and the very modern Aquazzura. Pam and her staff have a very friendly and relaxed attitude to their clientele and are happy to simply let you browse or give style advise if you need it.
Address: 41 Thistle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1DY
Telephone: 0131 225 3242
Website: Pam Jenkins
Jane Davidson
Having won accolades such as Scottish Style Awards Most Stylish Retailer and being recommended in Vogue’s Best Boutiques Outside of London you’d expect something very special from Jane Davidson and you wouldn’t be disappointed. The designer labels stocked by this wonderful Edinburgh boutique include Diane von Furstenberg, Dries Van Noten, Roland Mouret and Talbot Runhof to name just a few and the amiable staff are always on hand for guidance.
Address: 2 Thistle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EN
Telephone: 0131 225 3280
Website: Jane Davidson
ALC
ALC is dedicated to finding women jeans that fit and the staff are quite happy for you to try on every pair in the shop before making a decision, even if that decision is that there’s nothing for you. The brands stocked are Paige, NYDJ, Joe’s Jeans, Hudson, Dr Denim and DL 1961. Alongside the designer jeans you’ll find a range of quirky accessories and a selection of ladies’ tops.
Address: 61 Thistle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1DY
Telephone: 0131 226 2317
Website: ALC
Walker Slater
Walker Slater offer beautiful cut tweed tailoring with a contemporary edge. If you think Tweed is stuffy and old fashioned, their 2015 award for Retailer of the Year may make you think again. In addition to their men’s and women’s collections, the brand offers accessories and gifts in their two charming shops on Victoria Street.
Address: 16 – 20 (men’s) and 40 (women’s) Victoria Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2HG
Telephone: 0131 220 9750
Website: Walker Slater
Epitome
Dundas Street is a slightly unusual location for a fashion outlet, but Epitome is a slightly unusual shop – in a good way. Stocking a wide range of knitwear, including relaxed cashmere from Scotland’s own Cameron Taylor alongside Levi’s jeans, Birkenstocks and accessories from Chup and Daniel & Bob the eclectic mix spans all age ranges.
Address: 35 Dundas Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6QQ
Telephone: 0131 556 5554
Website: Epitome
Covet
Award winning Covet stocks a wide range of handbags and accessories in their friendly boutique in Thistle Street. Designers featured include the somewhat wacky Becksondergaard, the elegant classics of Gianni Chiarini and the clean simply lines of Covet. Alongside their wide range of bags and purses are a selection of jewellery and scarves.
Address: 20 Thistle St, Edinburgh EH2 1EN
Telephone: 0131 220 0026
Website: Covet Edinburgh
