The 7 Best Womenswear Boutiques For High Fashion In St Petersburg

Shoppers will find the best in St Petersburg fashion at these chic shops for high-end womenswear.

BABOCHKA

Store

BABOCHKA opened in 1988 and has since become the shopping destination of choice for those in search of luxury and renowned brands. With more than 200 names in fashion, the store offers all kinds of goods, from perfumes to home décor. However, they are most well known for their selection of high-fashion brands: Valentino, Giorgio Armani, Versace, Berluti and others.

Au Pont Rouge

Building, Shop, Store

This department store has a truly royal history. Built in 1905, it became the first multi-story shop in Russia, offering the best selection and experience. For 10 years, this shop was known as the most luxurious in the country and had a customer base that included Russian aristocracy—even the last emperor’s wife, Alexandra Fyodorovna, shopped here. In 2009, the building was restored, and each floor now has a theme. For example, guests visiting the third floor can browse brands with distinctive and unique style, such as AMI, Carven, Gosha Rubchinskiy and others.

Passage

Passage opened in St Petersburg in 1848. Today, under the glass roof, shoppers can explore the boutiques on either side of the 180-metre (590 ft) main gallery. The shops offer a little of everything, from furniture to fine jewellery to a very impressive selection of women’s clothing.

Bolshoi Gostinyi Dvor

Building, Shopping Mall

More than 3,000 brands all under one roof—this is Bolshoi Gostinyi Dvor. Construction on the building started in 1761 and was completed in 1785, when it quickly became a city landmark. This place is almost like a town itself, and you might worry you could get lost, but just follow the endless corridors, and slowly explore everything Bolshoi Gostinyi Dvor has to offer. https://www.instagram.com/p/BdZmIrpgH9t/?taken-by=bgdspb

Tatyana Parfionova

Tatyana Parfionova is a truly unique Russian designer with a distinctive style and outstanding collections, including haute couture, casual wear, wedding wear and more. Taking inspiration from St Petersburg, Russian culture, art and nature, Tatyana Parfionova creates true works of art. For those who want something one-of-a-kind, they offer tailor services, and you can connect directly with the designer to collaborate on your perfect piece.

Comme Des Garçons

Designed by the legendary Rei Kawakubo, the St Petersburg location of this Japanese brand is as impressive as the rest of the Comme des Garçons creations. The space is set in such a manner that invites visitors to explore the visual identity and values of the brand. Check it out to learn more about the brand and to find some unique clothes.

Grand Palace

Cinema, Shopping Mall

Centrally located, the Grand Palace offers all the best brands and renowned names of the fashion world along with some local brands, as well. Visitors can easily spend the whole day there, as the mall is also filled with restaurants, cafés, a cinema and cosmetic salons.