Shopper's Paradise: Dress It Up

While you’re on vacation, don’t forget to get fabulous clothes and accessories to go with your new tan. 5th Avenue is appropriately named, as you’ll find a wide array of fabulous handbags, sunglasses and accessories from name-brand designers like Dooney & Bourke, Prada and more... just like shopping on Fifth Avenue in New York! If you’re looking for leather goods, stop at AMA Bella for great name-brand bags, luggage and travel accessories, as well as sunglasses and designer jewelry. On Airport Road, MCM offers luxurious leather goods from wallets and handbags to amazing golf bags. They’re one of the most prestigious brands in Germany.

For more Caribbean flavor, get Heineken Regatta Gear at Shipwreck Shops and tropical clothing at Boardwalk Island Boutique and Lord and Hunter. Get the clothing essentials for a day at the beach, including sandals, at the Cabana Store. If you’re a yachting fan, pick up great ready-to-wear clothing from the exclusive collection at The America’s Cup 12-Metre Challenge Boutique. Endless Summer carries a very classy, yet affordable, collection of swim and resort wear for both men and women, from the likes of Gottex, Tara Grinna, Diva, Betsey Johnson, Miraclesuit and more. The new Blue Mall, overlooking the Caribbean Sea and the Simpson Bay Lagoon, has something for everyone in 85 upscale fashion boutiques and 10 fine dining establishments.

Decor and More

Whether you are decorating your home or accessorizing yourself, the island offers a wide variety of fashionable accessories and clothing, all at duty-free prices. You’ll find interesting and unique products from almost every corner of the world, from France to Italy, Morocco, Indonesia and all points in between.

To dress up your table and home, Linen Galore offers a fantastic array of handcrafted, embroidered and lace tablecloths, runners, placemats and more in linen, cotton and other fabrics, along with Italian and Belgium tapestries. Little Switzerland has the largest selection of world-renowned brands of china, crystal and beautiful accessories to add luxury to your table.

For a great gift, the gallery of “Yoda Guy” Nick Maley, a veteran Star Wars creature builder, has unique Star Wars memorabilia—and at Roland Richardson, you can get great works of art as wonderful vacation mementos for your home. For lovers of electronics, visit Boolchand’s, featuring a variety of cameras including Olympus, Nikon and Canon, video cameras and electronics. Tijon is a working perfumery, cosmetics lab and boutique offering luxurious perfumes, skin care products and suntan lotions. Need pharmacy items? Look no further than Simpson Bay Pharmacy and Friendly Island Pharmacy.

12-Metre Challenge Boutique
The St. Maarten 12-Metre Challenge, which is located at Bobby’s Marina in Philipsburg, is home to the famous America’s Cup boats Stars & Stripes and Canada II. It also has its own line of clothing called 12-Metre Gear, available only at this location. You can choose from caps, T-shirts, crew shirts, crew vests and classic fleece pullovers.
Tel: 599-542-0046
Web: www.12metre.com

Endless Summer
Boasting a very classy, affordable collection of swimwear and resort wear for the entire family, Endless Summer is conveniently located in both Simpson Bay and the “designer” shopping district of Philipsburg. The stores feature renowned designers from around the world such as Sunflair, Gottex, Roidal, Gideon Oberson, Diva, Tara Grinna, Point Conception and many more. Customers will find swimwear in sizes 4-24, as well as a large selection of hats, beach bags, pareos and sun products.
Tel: 599-542-1510

5th Avenue
If you’ve been searching for that perfect designer handbag, then your search should lead you to 5th Avenue on Philipsburg’s famed Front Street. Here you’ll find a large selection of sunglasses, handbags and accessories made by famous designers such as Salvatore Ferragamo, Burberry, Fendi and more, all duty-free and tax-free.
Tel: 599-542-3401
E-mail: sandyhotchandani@hotmail.com

Friendly Pharmacy
The Simpson Bay Pharmacy (544-36534) and the Friendly Island Pharmacy (544-4290) have been voted best pharmacies three years in a row! They carry the largest selection of European and U.S. prescription medicines, over-the-counter medications and personal care products on the island for that unique one-stop shopping experience.
E-mail: fip@caribserve.net

Jimbo’s
Jimbo’s Boutique: It’s all about Peace, Love and Tequila. Serving up fabulous T-shirts, authentic hand-blown Mexican glassware, Jimbo’s Island Fire Hot Sauce and Dirty Tequila™ and Jimbo’s Not-To-Be-Missed Hat Collection.
Simpson Bay Marina, St. Maarten
Tel: 599-544-3400
Web: www.jimboscafe.com

Linen Galore
For a truly stunning selection of exquisite, hand-embroidered linen and decorative accents for your home, visit one of the two Linen Galore locations on Front Street. The knowledgeable, friendly staff will help you explore the beautiful collections of tablecloths, placemats and napkins—everything you need to create the perfect dinner party table for all occasions. You will also find many unusual gift ideas, including lace Christmas decorations and amusing wine bottle jackets from $5. The collections of Caribbean appliqué, Irish linen, Italian and Belgian tapestries, delicate Venice lace and Battenburg lace are not to be missed.
Holland House Hotel; 97 Front Street
Tel: 599-542-2533; 599-543-0099

MCM
Located in Simpson Bay, MCM offers personalized service and attention while you shop in the beautifully appointed boutique, featuring a full line of designer bags ranging from purses to attachés, luggage and portfolios. It also carries hard-to-find dog carriers and accessories like credit card holders, wallets and key chains.
Tel: 599-545-5470

Roland Richardson
The “Father of Caribbean Impressionism,” Roland Richardson has produced one of the largest collections of Caribbean art by a single  artist. His original artwork and prints are showcased in his gallery in Marigot—a restored historic landmark.
Tel: 590-590-87-32-24

Shipwreck Shops
The Official Home of the Heineken Regatta Gear. Get decked out in all the race kit, even if you are not taking part in the action! 35 AT Illidge Road, Front Street, Princess Juliana Airport & NEW at Porto Cupecoy. Tel: 599-542-2737; Web: www.shipwreckshops.com

Boardwalk Island Boutique
Live the island lifestyle with tropical beach cover-ups, cool cotton dresses, sarongs, sand between your toes, and a smile from ear to ear.
Royal Palm Resort, Simpson Bay
Tel: 599-542-2737

Cabana Store
Gisele Bündchen beach sandals, island clothing, sarongs and all the essentials for a day at the beach.
Divi Little Bay Resort and Flamingo Beach Resort; Tel: 599-542-2737

Lord and Hunter
Take home a splash of vivid island color with tropical island gifts, souvenirs and one-of-a-kind treasures.
Front Street, Pelican Resort, Le West Indies Mall, Marigot and Maho
Tel: 599-542-2737
Web: www.lordandhunter.com

Tijon
Tijon Parfumerie and Boutique in Grand Case is St. Martin’s first and only working perfumery, cosmetic lab and boutique offering luxurious Tijon perfumes, L’Esperance skincare line and Caribe Baie’s suntan lotion line. Tours and samples provided.
Tel: 590-590-52-08-12; Web: www.tijon.com

Unique Galleries
The gallery of “Yoda Guy” Nick Maley is the only place in the world where you can get Star Wars memorabilia dedicated to a loved one by a veteran Star Wars creature builder. Maley is a key contributor to the creation of Yoda and an outstanding artist in his own right. Don’t miss his original location at 106 Old Street and his newest and largest gallery open on Front Street.
Tel: 599-552-2787

You can spend days shopping in St. Maarten/St. Martin and not visit the same store twice! So much to buy - so little time... visit our Shopping Guide and get full details about each merchant before you go. Print our shopping maps and take them with you.