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Lu.Xu.Bu
320 Huynh Van Banh, Phu Nhuan
Well known among the HCMC hipsterati,
this trendy shop is mostly given over to
T-shirts (many by young, Bangkok-based
designers), but also carries jeans, button
shirts and more.
Miss Sixty & Energie
13 Ngo Duc Ke, D1
Local outlet of the Miss Sixty brand hugely
favoured by Hollywood’s young starlets.
Also stocks clothes from its men’s label,
Energie.
Orange
238 Pasteur, D3
Funky little boutique carries unique
accessory pieces a good selection of
T-shirts with quirky, unique graphics for
very reasonable prices. A smaller outpost
is located at the corner of Pasteur and Le
Thanh Ton in District 1.
Rok Factory
382 Huynh Van Banh, Phu Nhuan
www.rokexchange.com
Small shop founded by local artist/
photographer carries streetwear for the
rock-oriented lifestyle, including T-shirts,
hoodies, socks and accessories.
Replay
Vincom Center, 70/72 Le Thanh Ton, D1
116 Nguyen Trai, D1
187 Hai Ba Trung, D3
Tel: 3925 0252
Wide variety of shoes, clothing, denim
for teens and university-age men and
women. Carries boots, sandals, pumps
and sneakers at mid-range prices.
Runway
Vincom Center, 70/72 Le Thanh Ton, D1
Tel: 3993 9988
runway.sg@global-fashion.vn
Massive and minimalist design-led interior
lets ultra high-end designer garments
stand out. Carries men's, women's and
children’s clothing, swimwear, shoes, accessories
along with home décor. Brands
include Chloe, Marc Jacobs, Balenciaga,
Sergio Rossi and Eres.
See By Harajuku
130 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, D3
Tel: 090 986 8622
Small, friendly store stocking both men’s
and women’s streetwear, channelling Japanese
and Korean fashion trends. Bright
and funky T-shirts and maxi dresses, as
well as accessories and footwear. New
stock every month.
Versace
26 Dong Khoi
Designer brand in men’s formal wear.
Houses suit jackets and trousers, shirts
as well as an array of men’s accessories.
Also stocks womens clothing and shoes.
VOV
Saigon Centre, 65 Le Loi, D1
403 Huynh Van Banh, Phu Nhuan
www.vovietchung.com
Retail base for Vo Viet Chung, one of
Vietnam’s best-known designers. VOV is
known for blending traditional form with
contemporary cuts, colours and textures.
men
Lucas
69A Ly Tu Trong, D1 Tel: 3827 9670
Fashion store housing contemporary
designs in casual, office and evening wear
imported from Hong Kong.
Massimo Ferrari
42-A1 Tran Quoc Thao, D3
Tel: 3930 6212
Bespoke menswear shop also boasts
its own brand of contemporary preppy
attire tailored for the tropics. Carries a
line of European-quality shoes, bags and
accessories designed in-house, as well
as exclusive Orobianco unisex bags,
designer fragrances and eyewear.
Mattre
19 Nguyen Trai, D1 Tel: 3925 3412
This local men’s clothes shop has some
funky tops and jeans for more fashionforward
males. Apparel in sizes that fit
the typical Western man’s frame are often
available. Another store is located on Hai
Ba Trung and Ly Tu Trong
Milano
Sheraton Hotel, 88 Dong Khoi
www.milanogoods.com
A conjoining shop with D&G offering a
selection of men’s shoes and accessories
with a sideline in women’s clothing. D&G
provides a collection of menswear, from
casual jeans and T-shirts to uniquely
designed suit jackets.
Mizada
150 Ly Tu Trong, D1 Tel: 3822 2508
mizada07@yahoo.com
An A-to-Z collection of men’s clothing
with an influx of new fashion arriving on
the racks regularly. Carries smart, casual
shirts, trousers, jeans and jackets, as well
as bags and scarves.
New Urban Male
226 Ly Tu Trong, D1 Tel: 3824 4416
www.newurbanmale.com
Caters to a wide range of consumer
tastes from beach duds to streetwear.
The goods include international men’s
brands such as Havaianas, C-IN2, Jabs
Waterboys, Rebel Jeans and aussieBum.
Also carries men’s grooming products.
Timberland
Parkson Plaza, 39-45 Le Thanh Ton, D1
Sells everything the brand is known
for, from heavy-duty boots to tops and
trousers that are both smart and casual.
The emphasis is on muted tones and
unobtrusive logos for men who don’t like
to show off.
women
Axara
Vincom Center B1, 70 - 72 Le Thanh
Ton, D1
Saigon Centre, 65 Le Loi, D1
21 Nguyen Trai, D1
Tel: 3993 9399
www.axara.com
Carries women’s clothing suitable for
work, weekends or evening. Luxurious
fabrics and simple cuts and styles all at
reasonable prices. Also carries handbags
and accessories.
Balenciaga
Rex Hotel, 155 Nguyen Hue
Tel: 6291 3572
Sporting modern shapes and elegant
items crafted from natural, raw and
artificial materials.
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Vincom Center, 70/72 Le Thanh Ton, D1
American brand sells women’s day
dresses and tops, evening gowns and
wear-to-work attire in many prints and
colours. Also carries a small selection of
accessories, sunglasses and watches.
Bebe
Saigon Center, 65 Le Loi, D1
Tel: 3914 4011
www.bebe.com
An international brand that specializes
in contemporary, modern tees and sexy,
elegant dresse, tops and party attire.
Bon Mua Boutique
Vincom Center, 70/72 Le Thanh Ton, D1
Tel: 3993 9888
www.itamoda.com.vn
Luxury women’s clothing store with racks
organized by designer. Carries small
collection of unique pieces from designers
such as Jean Paul Gaultier, Alberta Ferretti,
Blumarine, Valentino, Philosophy and
Brunello Cucinelli.
Caro
Zen Plaza, 54-56 Nguyen Trai, D1
Local designs and tailoring of elegant tops
and dresses with a distinctly Eastern influence.
Provides a range of attire for both