10 Cities Every Fashion Lover Needs to Visit at Least Once

Why it made the list: it’s New York – how could we not start in the mecca of all things bright lights, big city and Carrie Bradshaw? For that classic city-vibe and the latest on everything that’s hot in fashion, New York City is like that in-the-know best friend you’ll never know how you did without. This destination is an absolute must on every style-savvy traveller’s list.

Where to start: if it’s luxury you’re after, head over to Fifth Avenue. For a more boutique-vibe, check out the Lower East Side.

Why it made the list: from smaller Spanish-born brands like Bershka to big-names like Chanel, you won’t miss a beat in stylish – and beautiful – Barcelona. Here you can find luxury at more of a discount than you might in other European destinations.

Where to start: the 1.2 km stretch of tree-lined shopping at La Rambla in central Barcelona is our pick for your first stop in this fashion metropolis.

Why it made the list: what could be more posh than a shopping excursion in the land of Royals and the birthplace of designer brands like Burberry?

Where to start: do yourself a favour and dive right in on Oxford Street, where you’ll have your pick of over 300 stores including the must-visit Selfridges and Primark shops.

Why it made the list: for starters, can you imagine any other destination that combines the best in fashion with the best in food? Enough said.

Where to start: for the largest selection, check out the Spanish Steps, where you’ll find the largest selection of shops in one area than you will anywhere else in the capital. Here you’ll discover everything from high-end designers to local specialty shops. Can you say “andiamo”?

Why it made the list: Milan is home to a shopping destination considered by many to be every shopaholics dream. This destination is enough alone to book a flight. Curious? Keep reading…

Where to start: Quadrilatero d’Oro is the “golden shopping rectangle” of Milan. Four streets lined with endless fashion ranging from mainstream to the utmost in couture – ahh, we can picture it now…

Why it made the list: Hong Kong is bright colours, frenzied markets and so much more. Don’t write it off as a market-lover's paradise exclusively, as this city is bursting with high-end boutiques and all the brand names you know and love. With something for everyone, this is a shopping destination like no other.

Where to start: check out Horizon Plaza, for designer threads at major discount and IFC for the ultimate high-end shopping experience.

Why it made the list: not just a hot-spot for celebrity sightings, LA is the cool kid on the block when it comes to fashion, shopping and those epic sample sales!

Where to start: get your first fix on Melrose, where you’ll find shops like The Reformation, known for their blogger and celeb-loved dresses and denim, and Creatures of Comfort, your LA go-to for luxe basics. And be sure to tack West Hollywood on the itinerary for some of the best local boutiques and only-in-LA finds.

Why it made the list: the city of lights and romance also plays host to some of the greatest couture and shopping in the world – a no-brainer on any fashion-obsessed style-seeker’s list.

Where to start: for your fill of Parisian home décor, fashion boutiques and gourmet dining, head over to Boulevard Saint Germain.

Why it made the list: being not only the capital but also the largest city within Germany, Berlin is a must-see for more than just fashion, but as it happens, that alone is so great here, it’s the only reason you need. A top spot on the fashion circuit housing countless shops and a fashion scene uniquely its own, you’re going to want to make the trip out time and again.

Where to start: opened in 2014, the Mall of Berlin is a spectacular shopping destination for the fashion-obsessed traveller who knows as well as we do that 270 shops under one roof is always a good thing!

Why it made the list: style in Toronto is so heavily influenced by the cultural mosaic that we live amongst in our city that fashion truly is everywhere you look. From local boutiques with hand-crafted and one-of-a-kind finds to big department stores and rows on rows of designer duds, Toronto has all your shopping needs covered.

Where to start: to get a feel for the funky vibes and mixed bag of fashion in our city, we’d recommend taking a stroll down Queen Street. If it’s the mall scene you’re after, we suggest the massive Eaton Centre, where you’ll find anything and everything in North America’s busiest mall – all spread out on over 2,000,000 square feet. Wear flats – thank us later.