13 Trendy Boutiques on the Hill for Every Style
Don’t let the cobblestones and turn-of-the-century architecture fool you: Chestnut Hill’s main street, Germantown Avenue, is a hub of modern, fashion-forward womenswear. In a stretch of just six blocks, you will find more than a dozen shops selling contemporary clothing, eye-catching accessories and probably your new favorite pair of shoes, too. From neutrals to vibrant colors, upscale to dressed down, the boutiques on the Hill sell apparel for all tastes – and their friendly owners (many of whom live in the neighborhood) are always happy to share their style expertise.
Here’s a closer look at what’s in store when you visit this charming shopping district:
Casual Chic
Nearby store Noble Goods continues the trend with their own takes on the upscale-yet-laidback look. Go to Noble Goods for clothes with urban edge that transition from day to night, such as denim jumpsuits, soft corduroy tunics, and handcrafted leather bags.
Bold Prints
If pops of color are what you’re after, you’ll find plenty to love inside Bohemian Pink. The shop is filled with patterned dresses, bright raincoats, and carry-all handbags for any occasion. Bonus: Kids will stay occupied exploring the many novelty items, including unicorn PopSockets and “squishies” shaped like cupcakes. Make Quelque Chose your destination for resort wear – plus fun earrings, scarves, belts, and accessories to tie your outfit together. The boutique brings the sunshine with eye-catching dresses and tops from beloved designers like Lilly Pulitzer and Barbara Gerwit.
Timeless Elegance
For sophisticated party dresses and polished office attire, check out Sara Campbell. The Boston designer’s line features flattering silhouettes in a simple palette of navy, red, black, and more classic hues. Just two doors down is another American original, J. McLaughlin. From cashmere sweaters and pencil skirts to tweed coats and leather ankle booties, the store’s traditional East Coast attire never goes out of style.
Boho Comfort
Across the street, El Quetzal offers cute casual wear aplenty, including floral tops, daytime dresses, and jackets that go with anything. You’ll also want to stock up on the eclectic gift items sold here – a zodiac candle for the Sagittarius in your family, perhaps?
Statement Accessories
TC Unlimited, located a few short blocks down the Hill, is your one-stop shop for standout style. The boutique sells streetwear brands and bold add-ons like studded fanny packs and blinged-out sunglasses. At Greene Street, a sustainable resale boutique, you can score name brands like Nicole Miller, Michael Kors and Calvin Klein for wallet-friendly prices. Beyond the extensive clothing racks, the store’s array of shoes, watches, jewelry and bags is chock-full of goodies (like CHANEL handbags). Artisans on the Avenue is another treasure trove of accessories. Start at the color-coded clothing racks, then look through an impressive assortment of necklaces, earrings, hats, totes, scarves and more staples. Outfit complete!
Find a full list of Chestnut Hill’s shopping boutiques here.
