5 Best Places to Shop in Östermalm, Stockholm

For something classic, you can't do better than Modernity, where 20th-century Scandinavian design by the likes of Arne Jacobsen, Alvar Aalto, and Poul Henningsen is in full force.

If you're interested in high-quality Swedish food, try the classic European indoor market Östermalms Saluhall, where you can buy superb fish, game, bread, and vegetables—or just have a glass of wine at one of the bars and watch the world go by. The historic 1880s building has undergone extensive renovation to preserve and restore its original character while also ensuring its future as one of Stockholm’s most popular destinations for specialty foods.

Sturegallerian is a midsize mall on posh Stureplan that mostly carries higher-end clothing and accessories by Swedish and European brands.

For elegant home furnishings, affluent Stockholmers have favored Svenskt Tenn since its opening in 1924. The store, best known for its selection of designer Josef Frank's furniture and fabrics, also showcases jewelry, homeware, and accessories.

One of Sweden's hottest designers, Filippa K specializes in stylish simplicity and has stores filled with young women and men grabbing the latest fashions.