55 Best Places to Shop in Palermo, Buenos Aires

This sumptuous haberdashery is a shrine to texture. Piles of floaty Indian scarves, ostrich-feather fans, and fur-lined leather gloves beg to be stroked, then purchased. Even more hands-on are the reels of lace trims and sequined edging that line the walls.

The brainchild of Uruguayan actress Natalia Oreiro and her sister, Las Oreiro focuses on casual glam. Feminine yet sexy, their garments can do double duty as daywear and early-evening cocktail attire.

Some are classic, others are ultrahip, but all Lázaro handbags and purses are notable for their simple lines, minimal adornment, and high-quality workmanship. Check out specific collections which include fabulous futuristic totes, document holders, and bandolier bags; plenty of inner divisions make them truly travel-worthy.

If you don't feel inspired to put pen to paper for your epic novel after visiting this well-stuffed book boutique, it simply isn't meant to be. Wander through to the café at the back to peruse your purchase or attend one of the regular literary workshops hosted here.

The ’80s are alive and well at Lupe, where the bright T-shirt dresses are all about draping and plunging necklines, with plenty of animal prints. Also check out the fitted shirts and effective use of color blocks.

This store hails from posh Uruguayan beach resort Punta del Este, so it's no surprise that bikinis (picture floral appliqués, glitter, and ruffles) are the main attraction. A comfortable selection of tunics, tank tops, and trousers complete the collection.

Forget diamonds. In Manu Lizarralde's hands it's uncut emeralds, topaz, and rough tourmaline that are a girl's best friend. His trademark chunky rings and heavy necklaces combine irregular semiprecious stones in geometric silver settings.

Let the yards of racks draw you into this lanky shop, where simple cuts and swaths of natural fabrics make urban working clothes feel a touch Jedi-like. The earthy, deconstructed look is heightened by details such as unfinished hems or exposed seams. This is one of the most popular women's brands around.

A rising star on the style scene, Maria Lizaso's Palermo showroom is definitely worth a visit (reservations are recommended). Go nautical with stripy Brit-inspired seaside apparel, or opt for an uptown look with one of her sassy LBDs. Brides-to-be will also want to ogle the young designer's gorgeous wedding gowns.

Industrial-looking brushed silver rings and necklaces knit from fine stainless-steel cables are some of the attractions at this tiny shop. Architect and sculpturist María Medici also combines silver with primary-color resin to make unusual-looking rings.

Acres of skirts, structured wraps with oversize funnel necks, and loads of layers: yes, it's all very Yamamoto. These party clothes maxing out on volume are the result of architect-turned-designer Jazmín Agostini's "building" her garments on mannequins, rather than using patterns (her cutting table is the centerpiece of the Palermo shop).

The recycled rooms of an old town house are the unlikely backdrop for this brand's more exclusive lines. Ultratech women's tees and flexible yoga shoes contrast with riotous floral wallpaper and mauve lace curtains. Paint-striped walls and chicken wire offset swoosh wear for the guys.

Wine lovers' dreams come true at this independent store and bar. English-speaking sommeliers are on hand to help you make sense of the wide selection of Argentine wine sourced from many unexpected corners of the country. They also host arrange wine-tastings with guest oenologists to get you up to speed on local vintages.

A spacious wine store that also includes a café and patio perfect for sipping your purchase, Pain et Vin is run by a savvy husband and-wife team. This recent addition to the Palermo wine scene takes pride in boutique labels and offers tastings, accompanied by house-baked sourdough.

Making paper funky, piles of handmade sheets and envelopes, leather-bound diaries, and vintage notebooks are arrayed on simple trestle tables. Writing implements range from old-world pens to chunky pencils. The store often showcases work by top engravers and graphic artists, who return the favor by designing covers for sketchbooks.

If you're a serious shopper with only enough time to visit a single mall, make it this one. Resident fashionistas favor Paseo Alcorta for its mix of high-end local chains and boutiques from some of the city's best designers. Trendsetters such as Jazmín Chebar and Allô Martinez make cool clothes for women, while María Cher and Chocolate offer more classic chic; the men can hold their own at Etiqueta Negra and Félix. The international presence is strong, too, with stores like Swarovski, Lacroix, Cacharel, and Zara, as well as the usual sports brands. There's even a personal-shopper service if it all gets too overwhelming. Complimentary hotel transfers, free Wi-Fi, and a classy food hall give you further reasons to drop in.

Replicating a private home, this classic two-story edifice is filled with eye-catching items sourced from 80 Argentine designers. Browse among the hand-painted penguin wine jugs and chunky woolen rugs; then wander upstairs to discover one-off jewelry pieces in the boudoir or head out back for a well-deserved coffee on the pretty patio.

The young at heart and their kiddy counterparts can thrill together at the quirky use of animals on Pesqueira's signature pieces, including jumpsuits, bags, purses, and accessories. Don't leave without at least picking up a leather bear-face sling purse.

Among the kitsch offerings at Positivo are button-covered satin handbags, metallic mate vessels, and thermos flasks in enough garish colors to match any outfit.

Trendy design types and bearded literature students frequent this corner store, which shares an entrance with the Miles Discos record shop. Non–Spanish speakers can bridge the language gap with Sin palabras, an illustrated how-to dictionary of Argentine gestures. Quirky gift options include flipbooks like El gol del siglo, depicting Maradona's celebrated goal against England in the 1986 World Cup.

Soccer players, soap-opera stars, clubbers: everyone seems to be wearing one of Refans' trademark T-shirts. They come in ultrabright colors, emblazoned with quirky Italian phrases like "siamo fuori" ("we are out," a reference to the FIFA World Cup). Lucas Castromán, a local soccer star himself, is behind the brand. Anoraks, hoodies, jeans, and messenger bags round out the offerings.

This spot specializes in funky fabric toys; heavy stitching gives their dolls an appealingly punky look. Crates are filled with an ark-worthy selection of button-eyed calico animals, including some that can be worn as scarves and backpacks. Check out the fun zebras and pigs, too.

Light, butter-soft leather takes very modern forms here, with geometric stitching the only adornment on jackets and asymmetrical bags that might come in rich violet in winter and aqua-blue in summer. The top-quality footwear includes teetering heels and ultrasimple boots and sandals. Ultratight jeans, leather boots, and tops are also on offer.