5 Best Places to Shop in Hungary

A traditional showroom on the second floor of a nondescript building, Clique Design Studio functions as a collaborative working space while also showcasing the work of young Hungarian designers, including Delacier jewelry, clothing, shoes, and bags from designer Dóra Domokos.

It might seem like Hungarian fashion can't get out of its Central European comfort zone, with its heavy preference for monochrome. But costume designer and stylist Kriszta Szakos offers refreshingly vibrant, colorful knitted patterns for clothing and household decor. You can also find her work at Retrock, but this shop on Nyár utca offers a much wider range of her fashion collection as well as jewelry and clothing by other local designers.

Part designer boutique, part artisan coffee shop, the flagship outlet of this high-end Hungarian fashion brand is well worth a look. Founded by London College of Fashion graduate Sandra Sandor (whose nickname is Nanushka), it has gained a loyal international following for its stylish, feminine, but functional designs. The clothes aren't cheap, but you'll get more bang for your buck than at the big-name luxury brands on nearby Fashion Street. The coffee is fantastic, too.

Eastern European fashion featuring dark colors and elegant, minimalist cuts with a focus on sustainability and durability, the clothing line of NUBU is subtle and graceful and definitely carries Hungarian design elements throughout its collection.

Printa is a local design house dedicated to offering modern, environmentally conscious fashion with Budapest flair. This store is part design shop, part art gallery, plus a screen-printing studio and café. You'll find one-of-a-kind pieces, some with vintage, repurposed elements; be sure to check out limited edition clothing collections and zero-waste products.