Looking for a little handmade jewelry to go with your designer handbag; or a top tipple to take along to that dinner party? Read on for our pick of the city’s high-end retail spots.
FLEURT Flower Studio
Fleurt is more than just a flower shop, having a fresh and trendy look and always a new collection on display. Now they’re stronger than ever, since they were awarded the title of ‘Best Small Flower Store in Hungary’ in the Gold Flower Competition 2007, making them one of the most beautiful and exciting flower shops in the country. The studio is an inspirational center of cutting-edge flower and plant design. Their amazing flower decorations and contemporary décor is guaranteed to impress just about anyone. Stop in and have a look for yourself!
1054 Budapest, Zrínyi utca 12.
Tel.: +36.70.367.5784
www.fleurt.hu
Dagminell
If chic and cozy are your thing, then look no further than Dagminell; a Danish fashion and lifestyle shop on Szent István Square. The striking brand adorns handbags and other accessories in selected stores across Europe. At the Budapest boutique, you can also find designs from several Danish clothing designers, as well as jewelry. Dagminell will be very happy to assist you with finding that special gift and also assist you with beautiful free gift wrapping. Come in soon and see their new spring and summer designs – get great fashion advice and flick through one of the many international fashion magazines in store!
1051 Budapest, Szent István tér 2.
Tel.: +36.1.266.9919
Open Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Sterling Gallery
Every jewel contains a secret. The ideas and efforts of the designers are unified in the final product, encompassing the essence of emotion and impression. Who can deny dreaming of wearing jewelry that reflects the taste and personality of its user? Consider this stunning silver with corian pearl ring by Fanni Vékony. Perhaps you’d like to have a look at other unique pieces by professional Hungarian designers. If so, pop into the Sterling Gallery, located in the heart of the city. If you like contemporary crafts, you shouldn’t leave the city without popping in.
Tel.: +36.1.323.0037
www.sterling-galeria.hu
FURLA
FURLA, one of the most sophisticated representatives of Italian haute couture, is located on the fashionable Párizsi Street in Budapest. The most important aspect of FURLA is their commitment to ladies’ fashion, evidenced by their representation in 64 countries around the globe with specialized accessories made mainly from leather. One can encounter the most elegant shopping avenues of Milan, New York or Paris within the clean lines of FURLA bags, wallets, sunglasses and shoes, all made with exquisite workmanship.
1052 Budapest, Párizsi utca 1.
Tel.: +36.1.266.0636
www.furla.com
Salon to the Silver Mermaid
Looking for something special? Then why not start your treasure hunt at this brand-new silver jewelry salon, just a few steps from Oktogon and Andrássy Avenue, packed with gorgeous silver rings, pendants, hand-made and locally designed earrings and hairpins. Trust us, silver has never been better combined with what nature has to offer us – shells, turquoise, lava stone, opal, obsidian, and coral from Spain and faraway New Zealand. All this, plus a friendly atmosphere and attentive staff ensuring that you’ll find the silver jewelry that suits you best.
1064 Budapest, Izabella utca 65.
Tel.: +36.20.315.5116
Open Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m-7 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Brand(y) Leader
A specialty coming from afar, from Armenia’s Ararat Valley, where the grapes acquire an incomparable taste due to the unusual micro-climate, Ararat Brandy has become a leading brand world wide. Its high quality is secured by 120 years of experience and wisdom in brandy-making. And now, the legendary Armenian nectar is again available in Hungary, in seven different varieties, so you can always find a best Ararat Brandy to fit any occasion. Once you’ve tasted it, brand(y) loyalty is for sure!
Ararat Brandy Shop
1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 99. (entrance from Bajza utca)
www.brandyszakuzlet.hu, www.araratbrandy.hu