4 Best Places for Luxury Shopping in Naples

With a balance of urban energy and natural beauty, Naples, Florida, is a leading destination due to its beautiful beaches, distinguished architecture, and sophisticated cultural icons. It’s no surprise that in 2022, Naples was voted as the best beach town to live in America for its high quality of life.

 

With elegance, beaches, and culture around almost every corner, there’s always something to do in this picturesque coastal town on the Gulf of Mexico—including top-notch luxury shopping. Here, we take a look at the four best luxury retail destinations in Naples, where you can shop everything from designer clothing and fine jewelry to luxe home decor and original art..

Stretching for five miles through the heart of downtown Naples, from the bay to the beach, is Fifth Avenue South,  a pedestrian-friendly thoroughfare peppered with  art galleries, museums, boutiques, and fine dining restaurants. This is all surrounded by beautiful landscaping and a mix of modern and traditional architecture that nods to Naples’ European roots.

 

The most opulent place to shop along this famous road is between Tamiami Trail and Third Avenue. Famously lavish boutiques such as Marilyn’s and Petunia of Naples can be found along this little stretch of high-end shopping. Head to Marilyn’s if you’relooking for of-the-moment  European fashion, curated by Marilyn herself. Then, stop into Petunia of Naples to browse clothes and accessories from emerging indie  designers such as Eva Franco. For the most splendid resort wear, try Back of the Bay or Jean-Pierre Klifa. Also, check out famous brands such as Soma and White House Black Market.

As the birthplace of Naples, Third Street South is called Old Naples and is on the National Register of Historic Places. This historical street is only two blocks away from the iconic Naples pier. The boutiques here are more picturesque and sophisticated, showcasing some of the most well-known brands in the world.

 

Here,you can head to A Mano, a woman-owned boutique known for its  high-quality collection of men’s and women’s apparel. Sara Campbell offers styles that are timeless, stylish, and made in the United States, while Charlotte Kellogg fills its racks with USA-made resort wear. Considered an institution in Florida, Marissa Collections offers the finest, most exquisite jewelry pieces from brands like Michael Kors and Oscar de la Renta. The Patina Collection has all of your interior decorating needs to redesign your Naples home with elegance and style.

Nestled directly on the Gulf of Mexico, The Village Shops of Venetian Bay is known affectionately as the “jewel of Naples,” as it’s home to the highest number of waterside boutiques and restaurants of any retail destination in the city. In fact, there are more than 45 boutiques and restaurants at The Village Shops.

 

At the Village Shops, you can find five exceptional venues selling the very best in jewelry. Whether you’re in the market for a watch, a ring, a necklace, or a bracelet, you can find current styles as well as timeless pieces featuring many different stones, from diamonds to sapphires to pearls.  Retailers specializing in apparel, accessories, shoes, and home decor can also be found here, from big-name brands to lesser-known designers.

 

You can head to the Lux Boutique, which offers contemporary and trending clothing for the modern women. For a more eclectic and unconventional selection of men’s and women’s apparel, try Muse Inspired Fashion, then conclude your shopping spree with a delicious meal (and a sunset view) at one of The Village Shops on Venetian Bay’s six waterside restaurants.

 

Located about 10 miles away from gorgeous properties for sale in Naples is Waterside Shops, a 280,000-square-foot open-air shopping mall. Waterside Shops gets its name from the numerous fountains that can be found winding through the shopping mall. Shoppers are encouraged to toss a few coins into the canals for luck. All proceeds get donated to the Conservancy of Southwest Florida.

 

There are more than 60 specialty stores at this mall, from Saks Fifth Avenue to Louis Vuitton to Tesla. You can head to Tony Burch and grab a new designer handbag and shoes. Then, head over to Lily Pulitizer and pick out the perfect summer dress. You can also go grab the latest French designs and style by Anne Fontaine. You can check out all of these luxury stores while listening to the soothing and tranquil sounds of water as it flows all around the complex.

 

As you can see, there’s no shortage of luxury shopping in Naples! With so many boutiques restaurants, and galleries, the city has solidified its position as a leading destination for fashion and culture on Florida’s Paradise Coast. If you’re interested in buying Naples real estate, then contact realtor Vincent Branda today! Vincent Branda can help you find your dream home in this coastal city of elegance and luxury.

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