Well this is going to be a big list! If you are looking for where to shop in Charleston, you’ve come to the right place. I am from Charleston and have compiled the most complete roundup for you of my favorite shops for women, men, kids, home goods, and great local products!
King Street is the main shopping district in Charleston and its garnered national attention for its mix of local and national retailers. It is easily one of the best things to do in Charleston. Not only the stores, it is a super charming street to wander up and down while browsing the boutiques. Mixed in with the shops, you will also have plenty of restaurant options as you are sure to work up an appetite.
Be sure to leave a little room in your suitcase to do some shopping while you are in Charleston. Here are alllll of my favorite local boutiques and shops!
This site participates in affiliate programs. That means, when you click any of these links to make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at NO additional cost to you. Thank you SO much to anyone who uses these links and supports my blog in this way. I appreciate you more than you know. ☺️
Women’s Clothing Stores in Charleston
All of the best clothing stores for women in Charleston. You’ll find these on or off of King Street plus I’m sharing a few locals faves in the nearby area.
- Madison Mathews – local boutique with beautiful women’s dresses and skirts
- Beckett Boutique
- Lake Pajamas – the softest pajamas for the whole fam
- Hampden Clothing
- II Brunette’s – located in Mount Pleasant
- Rhodes Boutique – located in West Ashley
- Copper Penny
- V2V
- Two Cumberland
- Beau and Ro
- Maris DeHart
- Sapphire Boutique
- Shoe’s on King
- Veronica Beard
- Reformation
- LoveShackFancy
- E. Blackhurst
- Clorinda Antinori – gorgeous Italian shoes!
- Oliphant
- Finicky Filly
- Marsh and Magnolia – new spot to create your own custom hat!
- Ensemble – high end consignment shop
Men’s Clothing Stores in Charleston
The best places to find men’s clothing on King Street.
- M. Dumas and Sons
- Grady Ervin
- Jordan Lash
- Half Moon Outfitters
- Ben Silver – fun fact: featured on Netflix’s Outerbanks
- Berlin’s – great for formal wear
- Billy Reid
- Clorinda Antinori – great Italian mens shoes!
- Ike Behar
- Kenny Flowers – swim and resort wear for the whole family
Best Jewelry Stores in Charleston
Treat yourself to some nice jewelry!
- Croghan’s – where to shop for engagement rings, wedding bands, estate jewelry, gifts, and home of the Goldbug Collection 🙂
- HART Jewelry – visit for their charm bar! Design your own custom charm necklace or bracelet!
- Gold Creations – classic Charleston souvenirs – rice beads and jewelry with iconic SC things like pineapples and palm trees!
- Hermosa
- The Tiny Tassel
Children’s Stores in Charleston
The cutest little stores to shop for little ones!
- Kids on King
- Under the Almond Trees – carry so many baby and kids brands plus strollers & car seats
- Pitt Street Kids – located in Mount Pleasant
- LAKE Pajamas
- Rhode’s Boutique – nice gifts for children!
- Minnow Swim – the most darling swimwear for babies and kids!
- Roller Rabbit
Where to Buy Local Charleston Products
Great places to buy gifts or a nice souvenir!
- Preservation Society Gift Shop – hidden gem and don’t have to pay sales tax! They sell Smithey, Brackish, Landrum Tables (cheese boards), and more.
- Historic Charleston Foundation Gift Shop
- Croghan’s Jewel Box – great place if looking for engraved gifts or jewelry!
- Gold Creations – rice beads make the perfect, elegant souvenir
- Marketplace at the Charleston Visitors Center – exclusively selling all of the best local to Charleston brands and products. Think hot sauces, benne seed wafers, local coffee, Charleston Tea Garden tea, clothing, jewelry, Charleston books, and more!
Home goods and more
Some of my favorite local businesses to shop for the home!
- Old Whaling Co – local business making amazing body butter, bath bombs, and more. Love to gift their products!
- Candlefish – the best candles and have a workshop to make your own!
- J. Stark – handbags, backpacks, luggage
- Juliska – the most beautiful plates and table settings!
- Amanda Lindroth – love all of her island inspired designs.
- Etú Home
- Polish Pottery of Charleston
National Retailers on King Street
We have recently seen quite the influx of national retailers taking up shop on King Street. Here are some you will find if looking to shop major brands:
- Abercrombie
- Anthropologie
- Reformation
- Veronica Beard
- LoveShackFancy
- Brooks Brothers
- Lilly Pulitzer
- J. Crew
- Madewell
- Kendra Scott
- Vineyard Vines
- Lululemon
- Marine Layer
- Free People and FP Movement
- Gorjana – jewelry
- Orvis
- Tecovas – boots
- Target – in case you forgot anything in your packing!
Leave a Reply