105 Best Shopping in Bermuda

After her line of elegant pink-sand-inspired jewelry took off at craft markets and Harbour Nights, artist Alexandra Mosher opened up a light and airy store to showcase her beautiful designs. The shop is as much a work of art as her jewelry, with a pink-sand-beach-inspired mosaic at the entrance of the store designed by local artist Nikki Murray-Mason. Mosher's designs grace the necks, wrists, and fingers of locals and visitors alike; look no further for the perfect souvenir of time spent in Bermuda. 

A boutique that wouldn't feel out of place in a stylish New York City neighborhood, Atelerie carries designer labels such as Loeffler Randall, Isabel Marant, and Helmut Lang in this beautifully designed space. But the selection of jewelry is the highlight here. Look for exclusive designed Bermuda island pendants by Asha by ADM in the line's signature mother of pearl and 14kt gold or the delicate and colorful beaded bracelets with the island's silhouette in 18kt gold by Gigi Clozeau.

Sleek and modern, with well-designed displays of local art, this gallery is in one of the stone buildings of the former Royal Naval Dockyard. The walls are adorned with paintings and photographs, and glass display cases contain exquisitely crafted ceramics, jewelry, and wood sculptures. Exhibits change every month. Several artists' studios inside the gallery are open to the public. Much of the work on show is for sale, and a small shop sells prints and art-related gifts.

Owner Hannah Willmott doesn't believe in wasting space, so she crammed as many books as she could into her small bookstore. The shop is known for its cozy atmosphere and engaging staff, and is well stocked with best sellers, children's books, and special Bermuda titles (including some out-of-print books), plus diaries and calendars.

The island's largest permanent craft outlet is in the Dockyard's old Cooperage building, which dates from 1831. Dozens of artists show their work here, and this is the place to go to find that unusual gift, from Bermuda-cedar hair clips to local chutneys and jams. Hand-painted glassware, sterling silver jewelry, handmade toys, and sand sculptures are also among the pretty offerings.

Easily recognizable by its distinct yellow facade, this shop has been clothing Bermuda's most fashionable in European designer wear since 1957. The shop also has an impressive selection of swimwear, from brands such as Kate Spade and Tommy Bahama. Pick up a straw hat and sunglasses to make the perfect beach ensemble. Eclectic novelty items from Europe make great gifts, too. This is also where you can find the in-store Longchamp shop selling a variety of the iconic handbags. 

The family-owned and -operated shop, established in 1937, has the island's largest selection of T-shirts, with creatively designed logos in hundreds of styles. It also carries everything for the beach—hats, towels, sarongs, flip-flops, sunglasses, toys for playing in the sand—plus high-quality souvenirs and gifts, plus a large range of Scout beach bags.

One of Bermuda's oldest retailers has transformed itself into a contemporary department store with a wide range of men's, women's, and children's clothing. Brands include Calvin Klein, Mango, and DKNY, and there's a substantial lingerie selection, as well as Gap clothing and products, active and swimwear, accessories, and fashion jewelry. The perfume and cosmetics department stocks many French, Italian, English, and American lines at duty-free prices, including being the exclusive retailer for Guerlain. The housewares department stocks Denby tableware, which sells at a much lower price than in Canada or the United States. The shoe section stocks brands including Nine West, TOMS, and Anne Klein. Gibbons also owns and operates a separate store, in the nearby Washington Mall, that sells bed, bath, and home decor; M.A.C. Cosmetics on Front Street; and the perfume stores in Dockyard and Palm Lane in St. George's.

The maker of Bermuda's Black Seal Rum also stocks wines and other liquors at its stores, where the helpful and knowledgeable staff provide excellent advice. The store also sells T-shirts and hats with Gosling's logo, a black seal. There's another branch on Dundonald Street in North Hamilton.

Customized house number and name plaques and tableware are among the brightly painted pottery pieces created in this little shop in Dockyard. Faulkner's salt-fired pottery and porcelain, particularly his hand-made Bermuda rockpools, are some of the standout pieces. 

The ultimate island boutique for designer footwear for men and women from designers such as Ted Baker and Kate Spade. The spacious shop also stocks ready-to-wear collections and Coach bags. The real draw is the Resort Shop within a shop where Lilly Pulitzer is the standout, as well as beaded headbands and bright, high-quality jewelry, to round out your island-ready outfit.

This bright and sunny shop offers a range of Italian specialty items, including Italian wines, pastas, olive oils, spreads, and biscotti. There's also an excellent selection of gluten-free items. After browsing the shelves full of speciality items, order a cup of the authentic Italian coffee to have along with a delicious assortment of pastries and watch passersby bustle along the western end of Front Street.

If you're concerned about what ingredients you put on your face and body, stop by this shop to update your beauty routine with an emphasis on all-natural beauty and skincare. No matter what your beauty needs there are products for every skin concern or just to pamper, all selected with care for quality, safe products. Many featured brands come from women-owned companies such as Canadian superfood skincare line Graydon. There's also a wide selection of natural makeup, lifestyle products and reusable personal care products.

Designed by Bermudian Rebecca Singleton, TABS (which stands for The Authentic Bermuda Shorts) offers the quintessential Bermuda short for men, women, and children in modern fits and fabrics. The cotton-twill, cotton-linen, as well as performance stretch cotton, shorts are lined with fun prints and available in island-inspired colors, such as oleander pink, loquat yellow, and lagoon green. You can have your shorts customized with a word or letters embroidered on the inside fly of the shorts (it takes two weeks, but you can have them shipped to you). Tailored swim shorts, limited-edition collections, and accessories (traditional Bermuda socks) are also available. The spacious and newly renovated Reid Street store also stocks a curated selection of local finds, including jewelry designed by Rebecca Little and men's shirts from international brands including johnnie-O. There's a newly opened outpost in Dockyard.

A modern take on a traditional classic, the founder of TABS Bermuda breathes fresh life into our eponymous shorts. Along with fun colors and styles of her signature item, find hand-crafted items from local artisans and more for men, women, and children.

Brightly colored island-theme artwork for ceramics, linens, and pillows is designed by owner Barbara Finsness. A number of her original watercolors are available for purchase. She also stocks the store with cedar-handle handbags embroidered with Bermuda buildings, shell napkin rings, plates, monogrammed guest towels, rugs, chunky jewelry, and elegant gifts, as well as candles and bath products. 

The store is known for its Bermuda-made and Bermuda-inspired designs including delicate necklaces—perfect for layering—with gems in soothing tropical palettes, gemstone bracelets, and a selection of pretty earrings from artist Joanna Stapff. The shop expanded into a bigger, light-filled space just upstairs from its original location but with the addition of clothes and lifestyle gifts. Although, their sister shop, The Little Buttery, and former location in the Old Cellar Lane, has been transformed into a pantry with unique international food items, a large amount from Germany.

Khakis, polo shirts, and dress shirts predominate in this boutique's sizable men's section, and women can find colorful dresses, sparkly tank tops, and great-fitting black pants alongside office-appropriate blouses. Owner Sharon Bartram can help you assemble a perfect outfit—she has an excellent eye for style and detail.

The beauty and home goods section of the former A.S. Cooper's department store remains but under a new name and ownership, and still sells a variety of beauty products and perfume, including Jo Malone, where you can also pick up one of the fragrant candles in coordinating scents. In the back find the extensive inventory of fine china and crystal from Waterford, Wedgewood, and Portmeirion. There's also jewelry and and tasteful Bermudian souvenirs. This is also the location to find a small selection of Picturesque Bermuda books and prints of the island from Roland Skinner.

Cooper's is best known for its extensive inventory of crystal and china, with pieces and sets by Waterford, Wedgwood, Villeroy & Boch, and Portmeirion, many sold at 15% to 20% less than U.S. prices. The store also carries tasteful Bermudian souvenirs, jewelry, fragrances, and cosmetics on the ground level. Brands on sale include Estée Lauder, Clinique, Clarins, Bobbi Brown, Lancôme, and Elizabeth Arden. The main store also carries its private-label clothing collection for women and a ladies' sportswear department, which carries Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, DKNY Jeans, Jones New York, and Nic and Zoe. There are several branches, including one at the Fairmont Southampton Resort and in Dockyard. Cooper's also owns Astwood Dickinson jewelry stores and the Bermuda outpost of Vineyard Vines, which carries specially branded items only found in the Bermuda store.

The menswear division of the classy department store is first-rate, with staff who are reserved and courteous but very helpful when needed. It is full of men's casual and dress clothes, plus accessories such as belts and wallets. The store is the exclusive Bermuda supplier of Polo Ralph Lauren. It also stocks brands such as Lacoste, Tommy Bahama, Perry Ellis, Izod, and Helly Hansen.

This grocery store is near several Paget accommodations, and it's an easy enough walk to do with bags of shopping. You could also stop here to grab snacks and drinks before hitting nearby Elbow Beach. Organic items are available, and there's a 5% discount on Wednesday.

Close to several centrally located guesthouses, this grocery store in Pembroke Parish is always open, even on public holidays. The Arnold's Express store in Hamilton—on Front Street—is open until midnight.

Established in 1904, this store has built a reputation for its exquisite unmounted stones; upscale jewelry, including designs by Birks and Hearts on Fire; and a wide range of Swiss watches. Baume & Mercier, Omega, and Tag Heuer watches, among other famous names, are sold at U.S. prices with the benefit of no sales tax. The shop's Bermuda Collection, designed and created in the workshop, ranges from 18-karat gold charms to bejeweled pendants representing the island's flora and fauna. Visit the Sunglass & Watch Shop on Reid St, the sister store, which stocks a large selection of designer sunglass brands.

Stocked to the brim with brightly colored baubles, Atlantic Jewellery has many handcrafted statement pieces. Find necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and chunky rings featuring every variation of colorful gemstones.

This branch of the Italian brand has a wide variety of casual-chic women's and children's clothing, in brash, bright colors and more subdued tones. Head upstairs when there's a sale: you can pick up amazing deals on well-made, trendy clothes for kids.

If you're looking for a completely unique piece of Bermuda jewelry, this new addition to the Front Street jewelry shops is a great bet. Master jeweler and model maker Tom Palmer works closely with local artist and jeweler Hannah Emmerson to make authentic Bermuda-made and designed pieces, including their popular 14kt gold Bermuda moongate charms.

The agency issues and redeems Bermuda currency and also oversees financial institutions operating in and through Bermuda. On weekdays at its offices in Hamilton, it sells collectors' coins, including replicas of the old Bermuda "hogge" money of the early 17th century. Cahow, Hawksville turtle, and gold shipwreck coins are among the many other pieces for sale.

The island's oldest arts organization has four galleries, and many highly creative society members sell their work at the perennial members' shows and during special group exhibits. You can find watercolor, oil, and acrylic paintings; pastel and charcoal drawings; and some photographs, collages, and sculptures. Admission is free.