The largest city in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle, Washington brims with retail options for its residents and visitors alike.
The center of downtown Seattle is referred to as its “retail core” and is home to the Nordstrom flagship store among a number of other national retailers, but that’s just the beginning.
The 16 Best Clothing Stores in Seattle
1. Marios
Lovers of designer wear would do well to head down to the Central Business District to Marios, which routinely offers the latest big-name labels from both the U.S. and Europe.
Frequently rated one of the best places to shop in the city, Marios stands apart from other designer-focused stores by offering a truly individualized experience, from providing personal stylists to free tailoring services.
Price Point: $$$
Location: 1513 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, United States
Contact: (206) 223-1461
2. Fremont Vintage Mall
Much of Seattle’s clothing culture revolves around vintage wear, and the Fremont Vintage Mall offers one of the most impressive selections of well-kept vintage clothing around.
Nestled below street level in the city’s funky Fremont neighborhood, the Vintage Mall specializes in styles from the mid-20th Century to the early 2000s.
While shopping for stylish old threads, visitors can also browse vintage records and a wide array of memorabilia from throughout the decades.
Price Point: $$
Location: 3419 Fremont Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103, United States
Contact: (206) 329-4460
3. Bellefleur Lingerie Boutique
Not far around the corner from the Fremont Vintage Mall is the Bellefleur Lingerie Boutique, a unique shop offering chic designer loungewear and undergarments for women.
Inspired by designs from Paris and other parts of Europe, the store’s lingerie includes intricate details and is made from high-quality fabrics. Shoppers can choose from a range of styles, running from conservative to “racy.”
Price Point: $$
Location: 3504 Fremont Pl N, Seattle, WA 98103, United States
Contact: (206) 545-0222
4. Queen Anne’s Dispatch
Not all clothing stores in Seattle are just about the clothing, which is certainly the case with Queen Anne’s Dispatch.
Located at the top of Seattle’s hilly Queen Anne neighborhood, this boutique carries a stylish array of designs for women who enjoy adventurous, worldly tastes.
Shoppers also have an impressive selection of jewelry and other accessories to choose from. The store also doubles as a mail service, including private mailboxes and packaging on the spot.
Price Point: $$
Location: 2212 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, United States
Contact: (206) 286-1024
5. Veridis Clothier
A sophisticated boutique in Seattle’s bustling Capitol Hill neighborhood, Veridis Clothier offers contemporary clothing for both men and women.
The store opened in 2008 and quickly attained a loyal local following thanks to its focus on finding harmony between style and function.
As they state on their website, “The pieces we carry are meant to enhance your existing wardrobe while expanding and solidifying your sartorial vision of who you really are.”
Price Point: $$$
Location: 1205 E Pike St #1E, Seattle, WA 98122, United States
Contact: (206) 402-3789
6. Freeman
For men looking for a large selection of stylish, functional clothing in Capitol Hill, there’s Freeman.
With its own line of clothing made in Seattle, the store specializes in button-down overshirts, crew neck sweaters, and rain jackets for modern men who enjoy a classic look.
To provide even more options, Freeman also carries a variety of other brands local to the Pacific Northwest that emphasize timeless designs.
Price Point: $$$
Location: 713 Broadway E, Seattle, WA 98102, United States
Contact: (206) 327-9932
7. Oiselle
A unique addition to Seattle’s upscale University Village, Oiselle is an active and performance apparel shop with its own line of clothing and accessories.
Known for being “by and for women athletes,” Oiselle has carved its mark with a community-approach and hosts weekly running meetup among other events.
They are also known as an industry game-changer with innovative designs like a sports bra with pockets, religiously modest athletic attire, extended sizes, and more.
Price Point: $$
Location: 2632 NE University Village St, Seattle, WA 98105, United States
Contact: (206) 523-1091
8. REI Flagship Store
For high-quality sports and performance clothing for both men and women, there are few more exciting places to shop in Seattle than the REI flagship store.
Though nestled in the highly urban Cascade neighborhood, shoppers enter through a small forest-setting complete with a waterfall.
Clothing (and footwear) for just about every outdoor activity and rugged sport can be found here, with the best discount deals located on the second floor. For visitors with spare time can check out the 65-foot climbing wall and mountain bike test trail.
Price Point: $$$
Location: 222 Yale Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, United States
Contact: (206) 223-1944
9. Lucky Dog Clothing
High-quality thrift and consignment shops have been trendy for years now, but most are geared towards female clientele. That’s where Lucky Dog Clothing stands out.
Here, male shoppers can find an abundance of lightly used vintage, designer, and performance clothing and accessories.
Tucked away in the laid-back Greenwood neighborhood in a vibrant teal house, shopping at the store feels as cool as the designer sneakers it’s perhaps best known for.
Price Point: $$
Location: 8201 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103, United States
Contact: (206) 784-6374
10. Clementines
Head south to the historic Pioneer Square neighborhood to Clementines, and you’ll discover uniquely stylish prints for women of all ages.
Here in 19th Century brick building, modern geometric shapes meet natural flowers and landscape-inspired designs.
The visually pleasing result is a lofty, relaxing collection of shoes, blouses, pants, and jackets fit for a wide array of casual, business, and semi-formal settings. The in-store options rotate by season, but shoppers can find year-round styles online.
Price Point: $$$
Location: 310 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, United States
Contact: (206) 935-9400
11. The Purple Store
The Purple Store isn’t just a fun name — it’s an accurate description of the shop’s inventory. Sitting on a small hill downtown just outside of Pike Place Market, The Purple Store only sells purple items, including a stunningly broad selection of purple clothing.
From socks to T-shirts to jackets to dresses, there are a lot of shades of purple to be found here for men, women, and children.
This is certainly the Seattle store to visit for anyone who likes wearing purple clothing or jewelry — or just looking at a surprising amount of purple stuff while they shop.
Price Point: $$
Location: 92 Stewart St, Seattle, WA 98101, United States
Contact: (206) 801-1599
12. Simply Seattle
Those seeking clothing that just screams “Seattle” are in luck with Simply Seattle, a tiny clothing store chain with locations downtown, in Pioneer Square, and right on pier 54 on the Elliot Bay.
In addition to souvenirs and trinkets inspired by the Emerald City, shoppers can find a wide selection of clothing with images and prints depicting urban life and the Pacific Northwest wilderness surrounding it.
This is also a great place to shop for local sports team jerseys and other attire, often at slightly more affordable prices than the official team stores.
Price Point: $$
Location: 1600 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, United States
Contact: (206) 448-2207
13. Luly Yang
Seattle is home to numerous bridal shops, and Luly Yang is where brides really get the royal treatment both in service and in gown options.
Run by American-Taiwanese designer Luly Yang who takes inspiration from Asian landscapes and motifs, the gowns here are couture and offer a truly individualized look.
That said, plenty of non-brides shop here as well for evening wear and general formal dresses and accessories. On an interesting side note, Luly Yang designed the new uniforms for Alaska Airlines in 2018.
Price Point: $$$
Location: 1218 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, United States
Contact: (206) 623-8200
14. Two Big Blondes Plus Size Consignment
The name says it all at Seattle’s Two Big Blondes Plus Size Consignment. Currently located in the residential Central District, the consignment clothing shop was originally founded in the Georgetown neighborhood by Judy and Winnie (both “big blondes”).
Though it routinely carries a broad selection of sizes in both vintage and modern attire, the store stands out thanks to its plentiful inventory of stylish plus sizes in both clothing and shoes.
The store also doubles as a community place, hosting regular raffles and fundraising events for local charities.
Price Point: $$
Location: 2501 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98144, United States
Contact: (206) 762-8620
15. Lika Love
West Seattle is a bit removed from the rest of the city, standing on a small peninsula of its own. However, it too has some great clothing store options.
One of these is Lika Love, a small boutique dedicated to flowing, comfortable yet stylish designs for women of all ages.
In addition to their regularly updated in-store offerings, Lika Love is focused on improving the lives of its clientele via customized styling sessions (which can be booked online) and even in-home closet cleanouts and consultations.
Price Point: $$
Location: 4547 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, United States
Contact: (206) 384-1710
16. Carmilia’s
Sitting just across the street from Lika Love in West Seattle is Carmilia’s, another women-focused clothing boutique that’s definitely worth a visit.
Also focused on style and comfort, the clothing here comes primarily in natural earth tones. The store supplies an array of local and international boutique brands, as well as a carefully curated selection of vintage clothing and accessories.
Carmilia’s also partners with Dress for Success Seattle, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing underprivileged women with professional attire.
Price Point: $$
Location: 4528 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, United States
Contact: (2069351329
Summary
Planning a shopping adventure in Seattle? Public transportation (bus, light rail, and streetcar) branches out all over the region, so driving isn’t necessary to reach many of the best clothing stores in the city.
There are hundreds of additional retail locations not mentioned here, so you may just discover even more clothing hotspots along the way.
Jessica Oliver is a fashion enthusiast with more than ten years of experience in the industry. She previously managed her own clothing store in New York before becoming a mother of three. With a passion for sustainability and a desire to share clothing care and recycling tips.