Shopping in Liverpool is pretty special, it’s one of our favourite things to do!
Aside from all the big named brands, shopping centres and department stores we also have a plethora of independent shops for you to explore too.
From vintage clothes shops to markets, bakeries, bookshops and record stores, there is a place for everyone to find something they can take home with them and help support the local community.
CLOTHES
RESURRECTION
Head to Bold Street for some vintage fashion shopping at Resurrection. Dig through the rails to see what you can find in one of Liverpool’s most popular fashion haunts.
You can do some record shopping upstairs in Dig Vinyl too. Have a look for the latest release or find a classic record from years gone by.
COW
Cow on Bold Street is known for its sustainable vintage finds and big brands. Have a look through the rails for one of a kind vintage, handmade reworked garments and well known reclaimed brands to add to your wardrobe.
LOST ART
Find Lost Art above The Merchant on Slater Street for everything you need if you’re into skating. Pick yourself up a new board or some of their branded clothes on your next trip to the city.
TRANSALPINO
Established in 2005 Transalpino is fast becoming the UK's No 1 deadstock trainer shop sourcing rare trainers and shoes from around the world. Find this independent store on Bold Street for all your favourite trainer brands and inhouse Transalpino clothing range.
POP BOUTIQUE
If you’ve got a passion for fashion head to Pop Boutique on Bold Street. Having been around since the 80s, Pop Boutique knows a thing or two about vintage fashion and you’ll no doubt find something cool and quirky to add to your wardrobe in here.
GRIN
Another one of Liverpool’s popular Independent clothes shops is Grin on Bold Street. Have a look through their rails for men’s and women’s fashion, accessories and jewellery, you never know what you might find in here.
RED BRICK VINTAGE
Head over to The Baltic Triangle to explore Red Brick Vintage. Their giant warehouse has everything from vintage clothes, furniture, records and everything in between. You’ll definitely find something in here to take home with you.
69A
Renshaw Street is home to 69A, a treasure trove of vintage clothes and antiques. Having been trading since the 1970s you know they will have a good eye for a bargain for you to take home. They also have a resident cat too...
FOOD
ARTISANE
For freshly made French inspired baked goods head to Artisane on Bold Street. Have a look at their stunning offering on the counter for something to sit in or take away and you won't be disappointed. Serving up everything from sandwiches, cakes and pastries, it’s always best going independent.
MATTA’S
Matta’s on Bold Street is a food lovers paradise when it comes to buying international food supplies. They have piles of spices, herbs and everything you’ll need for cooking up a storm in the kitchen.
THE BAGELRY
The Bagelry specialises in, you guessed it, bagels! It’s the perfect place to head for your favourite round shaped baked good. With different flavours made fresh everyday, you can eat in or take away for your afternoon snack. They also make rainbow bagels for the weekends… we’ll see you there.
FREIDA MO’S
Freida Mo’s on Lark Lane has everything you could want from an independent shop. The quaint little store is not only a vintage boutique but a bakery too! Spend some time looking through their vintage rails and then chill out with some hand made cakes and a cup of coffee. It’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon.
BOLD STREET COFFEE
It doesn't get much better than taking an hour out to relax with a cup of coffee and Bold Street Coffee is the place to head. You can even buy their special coffee blends to take away with you.
SHOPPING
NEWS FROM NOWHERE
If you’re after a new book the best place to head is News From Nowhere on Bold Street. The not-for-profit radical and community bookshop is ran collectively by women workers providing books from every genre you can think of and they are super friendly too!
RENNIES
For every kind of art supply you could possibly need then Rennies on Bold Street is the place to go. From canvas, paint, pencils, paint brushes and everything else you can think of, they have it. The staff are also really helpful and help you pick out everything you need for your latest art project.
THE NEST
Discover The Nest on the Royal Albert Dock on your next shopping trip to pick up arts and crafts by local artists. There's everything from prints, ceramics, jewellery, textiles and all sorts of other items for you to explore.
MERSEYMADE
Find Merseymade right next to Liverpool ONE on Paradise Street and discover arts and crafts by some of the region's best creatives. You'll find everything from gin, jewellery, artwork, clothings, prints, ceramics and so much more in this creative hub. Upstairs, there is also ten open studios that houses artists and creators for you to see their work in progress and have a chat!
You can also pull up a chair in the cafe and enjoy a bit of lunch or a cup of coffee.
ROOT HOUSEPLANTS
If you’re looking to add a bit of greenery to your house then we would recommend having a look in Root House Plants at The Bluecoat. This contemporary house plant shop stocks unique, healthy and affordable plant babies and they even give you a little personalised guide on how to look after each plant!
PROBE RECORDS
Probe Records on School Lane is a Liverpool music institution having been supplying the locals with new and classic records for over 40 years. You’ll find everything you need here to add to your record collection whatever genre of music you are into.
3B RECORDS
3b Records on Slater Street is an independent record store that specialises in all forms of dance music which is pretty big in Liverpool. Find all your favourite dance, jazz, funk, disco, house and techno records in here to add to your collection.
UTILITY
Born out of a small showroom on Bold Street, Utility has been selling great design since 1999. From contemporary furniture and lighting to homeware and gifts, Utility is a staple shop on Liverpool’s highstreet with two stores in the city centre to browse.
SCOUSE BIRD SHOP
Local Liverpool blogger Scouse Bird has taken her online brand to the shops and opened up her own store in Crosby just a short train ride out of the city centre. Selling everything from Liverpool inspired gifts, homewear, hair & beauty, jewellery and stationary you’ll find a great gift for someone special or a treat for yourself.
It's always worth shopping independent because you never know what gems you might come across and you're helping out a small business at the same time!
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This blog post has been written by Sophie Shields, Digitial Marketing Assistant for Marketing Liverpool.
Sophie is from Liverpool, loves all things music, particularly the local music scene and Liverpool FC.