The Best Fashion Boutiques In East Berlin

Berlin is a mecca for many things, and great clothing stores is definitely one of them. From hipster straight-cut lines and the all-black Berghain look, through to expressive pops of radical colour, here’s how to get your Berlin inspired style on with a visit to any one these hip couture addresses.

Soto Store

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One for the boys, Soto Store offers fashion lovers wonderful and selection of hip brands including Faith Connexion, Kappa and Maison Kitsuné. It’s basically a cool urban streetwear boutique that also stocks a range of the latest sneakers and backpacks. The store was founded by three menswear veterans, namely Philip Gaedicke, Omer Ben-Michael and David Fischer and caters to the modern man.

Paul's Boutique

Paul’s Boutique is a specially curated mix of rare vintage and other one-of-a-kind, original pieces. The prices are fair and the staff are very helpful. The owner Paul, has packed the shelves with a hodgepodge of fantasy characters and robots, all the things he dreamed of having as a young kid growing up in East Berlin, so customers may find themselves digging for the latest vintage Christian Dior arrival among the trophies of his dreams.

Level Eight

This sleek, minimalist boutique in Mitte is the perfect black to get your all-black Berghain get up on, complete with the odd choker or harness. Level Eight is the baby of South African born designer Jade Helene Shimmin. Find unique pieces to represent your individual style, with clothes made to be dressed up or down. Pieces here are aimed at young power women who feel comfortable wearing easy luxury.

LOVECO

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We simply love LOVECO, an all-vegan clothing store in the hip borough of Friedrichshain. Can anything be more comfortable and stylish than wearing 100% eco- and animal-friendly textiles? The best part is their selection is vast, stocking over 40 different brands so you don’t need to worry about finding something that is suited to you. That cater to both men and women’s fashion, and you can round off your shopping spree with a meal at one of the vegan cafés in the area.

Starstyling

Based in Mitte, Starstyling is the place to go and explore your own personal expression. With bold, fun pieces, their clothes are original, tasteful and produced right here in the centre of Berlin. Try out some of their starry accessories too, while their customer service is something to be commended.

DSTM

Also situated on the trendy shopping strip on Torstraße is the studio and boutique of DSTM. They use only the highest quality ecological materials in their garments, which are mostly along the line of luxurious bodywear and sexy yet tasteful lingerie. You won’t find any pesky wiring in the bras at DSTM, instead they’ve used innovative cuts and creative designs to support the body.

Strawbetty

Strawbetty is any fashionista’s dream. They have a penchant for curvaceous cuts and styles reminiscent of a vintage Hollywood pin-up girl. Feminine, cheeky and flirtatious, expect to find the perfect petticoat or rock and roll accessories here. The boutique is located in the heart of fashion-conscious Friedrichshain. https://www.instagram.com/p/BOKLoYqgdsb/?taken-by=strawbetty.berlin