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Cheap chic boutiques
You don't have to take out a loan to be stylish and have a "boutique experience" — you just have to know where to shop. These stores have clothes, shoes, handbags, accessories and jewelry at affordable prices, whether you're looking for original designs or trendy, short-lived pieces.
American Apparel
(University/Montlake)
American Apparel's basic, no-nonsense T-shirts, tank tops, swimwear, jackets and underwear are comfortable, durable and smart-looking. And did we mention inexpensive and guilt free?
American Apparel (Capitol Hill)
(Capitol Hill)
At first glance, American Apparel's assortment of men's and women's casual gear doesn't look all that revolutionary, until you discover the thing that sets American Apparel apart from such chain stores as The Gap: It's a sweatshop-free enterprise.
American Apparel (Downtown)
(Downtown)
At first glance, American Apparel's assortment of men's and women's casual gear doesn't look all that revolutionary, until you discover the thing that sets American Apparel apart from such chain stores as The Gap: It's a sweatshop-free enterprise.
Crossroads Trading Co. (Capitol Hill)
(Capitol Hill)
This California-based trading company has made an art of buying and selling clothes.
Finch & Sparrow
(Fremont)
This sibling of boutiques Dream and Bliss features contemporary accessories for the 20- to 30-something woman who likes to look cute and still stick to a budget.
H&M (Downtown)
(Downtown)
The Swedish retailer known around the world for trendy, affordable fashion for men and women inhabits the former Kenneth Cole space at Fifth and Pike.
H&M (Southcenter)
(Tukwila)
The trendy chic and incredible prices of Swedish clothier H&M occupy a sprawling two-story space in the renovated Westfield Southcenter. Two more locations (Downtown and U Village) opened in fall 2008.
Laura Bee Designs
(Ballard/Crown Hill)
This small North Ballard store has an array of one-of-a-kind handbags from owner/designer Laura Buzard. You'll also find accessories and jewelry from other local designers.
Martin + Osa (Bellevue Square)
(Bellevue)
Martin+Osa taps into third party designers for some key pieces of merchandise -- Adidas tracksuits sit alongside private label cashmere sweaters. This is a place for unique combos and relaxed cuts. is a best-seller, and there's nary a suit or button-down in sight.
Powder Room
(Downtown)
There are two rules here: It's got to be ultra-trendy and it's got to be cheap. Find great first-date outfits that are so inexpensive it's alright if they never make it to a second date.
Retail Therapy
(Capitol Hill)
You'll find everything at this friendly boutique from reasonably priced clothing to inexpensive lingerie, candles, jewelry and scarves.
Show Pony
(Fremont)
Former Olivine owner Julie Merriman Wray has picked a winner with her new Fremont store, Show Pony, delivering up a delightful selection of jewelry, handbags, hats, shoes, cards, art and more.
Trendy Wendy
(Capitol Hill)
If you're tired of paying exorbitant prices for up-to-the-minute fashion, try this shop for trendy coats, dresses, skirts and pants that rarely exceed $50 and usually sell for much less.
Velouria
(Ballard/Crown Hill)
Owner Tes de Luna stocks her boutique with her own embellished T's and simple skirts under the Zuzupop label, along with handbags, jewelry and clothing by other local designers.
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