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Regia
Barcelona
This high-end perfume and cosmetics shop has a secret: Wander through the racks stacked with Dior and Chanel and you reach a small door that leads to a unique museum (free admission). There are over 5,000 examples of perfume bottles and flasks from Grecian times to the present day. The star of the collection is the dramatic "Le Rei Soleil" by Salvador Dalí.This high-end perfume and cosmetics shop has a secret: Wander
Sala d'Art Artur Ramón
Barcelona
One of the finest antiques and art dealers in Barcelona can be found at this three-level emporium. Set on a narrow flagstone-covered street near Plaça del Pi (the center of the antiques district), it stands opposite a tiny square, the Placeta al Carrer de la Palla. The store, which has been operated by four generations of men named Artur Ramón, also operates branches nearby and is known for its 19th- and 20th-century painting and sculpture, 19th- and 20th-century drawings and engravings, and 18th- and 19th-century decorative arts and objets d'art; additionally, there are rare ceramics, porcelain, and glassware. Prices are high, as you'd expect, but the items are of high quality and lasting value.One of the finest antiques and art dealers in Barcelona
Sala Parés
Barcelona
Established in 1840, this is a Barcelona institution. The Maragall family recognizes and promotes the work of Spanish and Catalan painters and sculptors, many of whom have gone on to acclaim. Paintings are displayed in a two-story amphitheater, with high-tech steel balconies supported by a quartet of steel columns evocative of Gaudí. Exhibitions of the most avant-garde art in Barcelona change about every 3 weeks.Established in 1840, this is a Barcelona institution. The Maragall
Sephora
Barcelona
Cosmetics addicts may be forgiven for thinking they have died and gone to heaven when they enter this beauty megastore. All the desired brands are here: Clarins, Dior, Arden, Chanel, and the like -- plus hard-to-finds such as Urban Decay and Phytomer. The house brand's range of makeup is a great value and Sephora claims not to be knowingly undersold.Cosmetics addicts may be forgiven for thinking they have died
Sombrería Obach
Barcelona
This reassuringly old-fashioned shop in the Call district (old Jewish quarter) stocks the largest color-range of berets on earth, as well as panamas, Kangol flat caps, straw sun hats, and a host of other headgear for men and women. Check out the classic Spanish sombrero: wide-brimmed, black, and very stylish.This reassuringly old-fashioned shop in the Call district (old Jewish
Textil i d'Indumentaria
Barcelona
Operated as a showcase for Catalonian design and ingenuity by Barcelona's Museum of Textile and Fashion, and set on a medieval street across from the Picasso Museum, this shop proudly displays and sells clothing and accessories for men, women, and children, all of which is either designed or at least manufactured within the region. Inventories include shoes, men's and women's sportswear and formal wear, jewelry, teddy bears, suitcases and handbags, umbrellas, and towels, each shaped and cut by up-and-coming Catalans. Two of the most famous designers include menswear specialist Antonio Miró (no relation to the 1950s and 1960s artist Joan Miró) and women's clothing designer Lydia Delgado.Operated as a showcase for Catalonian design and ingenuity by
Tous
Barcelona
Depending on your point of view, the jewelry and objects made by this Catalan family are either must-haves or too overrated to contemplate. Tous's leifmotif is the teddy bear, and the little fellow features in everything from earrings to key rings to belts and bracelets. They are adored by the city's VIP set and their popularity has grown to such an extent that you now see pirated versions. Everything in Tous is produced to a very high standard in precious metals and semi-precious stones.Depending on your point of view, the jewelry and objects
Urbana
Barcelona
Urbana sells an array of architectural remnants (usually from torn-down mansions), antique furniture, and reproductions of brass hardware. There are antique and reproduction marble mantelpieces, wrought-iron gates, and garden seats, even carved wood fireplaces with the modernisme look. It's an impressive, albeit costly, array of merchandise.Urbana sells an array of architectural remnants (usually from torn-down
Vinçón
Barcelona
Fernando Amat's Vinçón is the best design emporium in the city, with 10,000 products -- everything from household items to the best in Spanish contemporary furnishings. Its mission is to purvey good design, period. Housed in the former home of artist Ramón Casas -- a contemporary of Picasso during his Barcelona stint -- the showroom is filled with the best Spain has. The always-creative window displays alone are worth the trek: Expect anything.Fernando Amat's Vinçón is the best design emporium in the
Vina Viniteca
Barcelona
This awesome wine shop in the heart of the El Born neighborhood supplies most of the restaurants in the area. The selection here can be frightening for the non-vinicultured among us, but those in the know rave about it. There are 4,500 different wines, sherries, cavas, liquors, and spirits from all over Spain, many of which are exclusive to the shop. Check out the bargain basket at the counter, where the last in the crates are sold for a song.This awesome wine shop in the heart of the El
Vitra
Barcelona
The famed Swiss contemporary-design company has a formidable, two-story showcase in Barcelona, featuring unique pieces by Charles and Ray Eames, Phillipe Starck, Alväro Siza, and Frank Gehry to name but a few. The prices may be restrictive, and the size of most of their items mean they will not fit into your luggage, but it's okay to dream isn't it?The famed Swiss contemporary-design company has a formidable, two-story showcase
Women'Secret
Barcelona
This chain of lingerie, underwear, and sleepwear stores will make you wish you had one in your hometown. The prints are hip and colorful, the designs funky, and the prices highly palatable. From their basics range of pure cotton bras and nighties to striped PJs and panty sets with matching slippers and toiletry bags, this is concept retailing at its cleverest.This chain of lingerie, underwear, and sleepwear stores will make
Xocoa
Barcelona
Brothers Marc and Miguel Escurell have managed to thoroughly modernize their century-old family business by employing top graphic artists to design their packaging and unveiling some novel ideas such as chocolate candles, incense, even a CD for chocolate lovers. Try the house specialty, the Ventall, a scrumptious cake of almond pastry and chocolate truffle.Brothers Marc and Miguel Escurell have managed to thoroughly modernize
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Regia
Barcelona
This high-end perfume and cosmetics shop has a secret: Wander through the racks stacked with Dior and Chanel and you reach a small door that leads to a unique museum (free admission). There are over 5,000 examples of perfume bottles and flasks from Grecian times to the present day. The star of the collection is the dramatic "Le Rei Soleil" by Salvador Dalí.This high-end perfume and cosmetics shop has a secret: Wander
Sala d'Art Artur Ramón
Barcelona
One of the finest antiques and art dealers in Barcelona can be found at this three-level emporium. Set on a narrow flagstone-covered street near Plaça del Pi (the center of the antiques district), it stands opposite a tiny square, the Placeta al Carrer de la Palla. The store, which has been operated by four generations of men named Artur Ramón, also operates branches nearby and is known for its 19th- and 20th-century painting and sculpture, 19th- and 20th-century drawings and engravings, and 18th- and 19th-century decorative arts and objets d'art; additionally, there are rare ceramics, porcelain, and glassware. Prices are high, as you'd expect, but the items are of high quality and lasting value.One of the finest antiques and art dealers in Barcelona
Sala Parés
Barcelona
Established in 1840, this is a Barcelona institution. The Maragall family recognizes and promotes the work of Spanish and Catalan painters and sculptors, many of whom have gone on to acclaim. Paintings are displayed in a two-story amphitheater, with high-tech steel balconies supported by a quartet of steel columns evocative of Gaudí. Exhibitions of the most avant-garde art in Barcelona change about every 3 weeks.Established in 1840, this is a Barcelona institution. The Maragall
Sephora
Barcelona
Cosmetics addicts may be forgiven for thinking they have died and gone to heaven when they enter this beauty megastore. All the desired brands are here: Clarins, Dior, Arden, Chanel, and the like -- plus hard-to-finds such as Urban Decay and Phytomer. The house brand's range of makeup is a great value and Sephora claims not to be knowingly undersold.Cosmetics addicts may be forgiven for thinking they have died
Sombrería Obach
Barcelona
This reassuringly old-fashioned shop in the Call district (old Jewish quarter) stocks the largest color-range of berets on earth, as well as panamas, Kangol flat caps, straw sun hats, and a host of other headgear for men and women. Check out the classic Spanish sombrero: wide-brimmed, black, and very stylish.This reassuringly old-fashioned shop in the Call district (old Jewish
Textil i d'Indumentaria
Barcelona
Operated as a showcase for Catalonian design and ingenuity by Barcelona's Museum of Textile and Fashion, and set on a medieval street across from the Picasso Museum, this shop proudly displays and sells clothing and accessories for men, women, and children, all of which is either designed or at least manufactured within the region. Inventories include shoes, men's and women's sportswear and formal wear, jewelry, teddy bears, suitcases and handbags, umbrellas, and towels, each shaped and cut by up-and-coming Catalans. Two of the most famous designers include menswear specialist Antonio Miró (no relation to the 1950s and 1960s artist Joan Miró) and women's clothing designer Lydia Delgado.Operated as a showcase for Catalonian design and ingenuity by
Tous
Barcelona
Depending on your point of view, the jewelry and objects made by this Catalan family are either must-haves or too overrated to contemplate. Tous's leifmotif is the teddy bear, and the little fellow features in everything from earrings to key rings to belts and bracelets. They are adored by the city's VIP set and their popularity has grown to such an extent that you now see pirated versions. Everything in Tous is produced to a very high standard in precious metals and semi-precious stones.Depending on your point of view, the jewelry and objects
Urbana
Barcelona
Urbana sells an array of architectural remnants (usually from torn-down mansions), antique furniture, and reproductions of brass hardware. There are antique and reproduction marble mantelpieces, wrought-iron gates, and garden seats, even carved wood fireplaces with the modernisme look. It's an impressive, albeit costly, array of merchandise.Urbana sells an array of architectural remnants (usually from torn-down
Vinçón
Barcelona
Fernando Amat's Vinçón is the best design emporium in the city, with 10,000 products -- everything from household items to the best in Spanish contemporary furnishings. Its mission is to purvey good design, period. Housed in the former home of artist Ramón Casas -- a contemporary of Picasso during his Barcelona stint -- the showroom is filled with the best Spain has. The always-creative window displays alone are worth the trek: Expect anything.Fernando Amat's Vinçón is the best design emporium in the
Vina Viniteca
Barcelona
This awesome wine shop in the heart of the El Born neighborhood supplies most of the restaurants in the area. The selection here can be frightening for the non-vinicultured among us, but those in the know rave about it. There are 4,500 different wines, sherries, cavas, liquors, and spirits from all over Spain, many of which are exclusive to the shop. Check out the bargain basket at the counter, where the last in the crates are sold for a song.This awesome wine shop in the heart of the El
Vitra
Barcelona
The famed Swiss contemporary-design company has a formidable, two-story showcase in Barcelona, featuring unique pieces by Charles and Ray Eames, Phillipe Starck, Alväro Siza, and Frank Gehry to name but a few. The prices may be restrictive, and the size of most of their items mean they will not fit into your luggage, but it's okay to dream isn't it?The famed Swiss contemporary-design company has a formidable, two-story showcase
Women'Secret
Barcelona
This chain of lingerie, underwear, and sleepwear stores will make you wish you had one in your hometown. The prints are hip and colorful, the designs funky, and the prices highly palatable. From their basics range of pure cotton bras and nighties to striped PJs and panty sets with matching slippers and toiletry bags, this is concept retailing at its cleverest.This chain of lingerie, underwear, and sleepwear stores will make
Xocoa
Barcelona
Brothers Marc and Miguel Escurell have managed to thoroughly modernize their century-old family business by employing top graphic artists to design their packaging and unveiling some novel ideas such as chocolate candles, incense, even a CD for chocolate lovers. Try the house specialty, the Ventall, a scrumptious cake of almond pastry and chocolate truffle.Brothers Marc and Miguel Escurell have managed to thoroughly modernize
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