Christiane Celle’s Calypso is a fitting place to begin your exploration in Gustavia. Quite possibly the best-known shopping destination on the island, the boutique carries luxury wear in rich colours and Caribbean-inspired designs. Silk dresses, lace crochet jumpsuits, and other boho-chic apparel and accessories can be found at shops such as Lolita Jaca, Poupette St Barth, Vanita Rosa, and Volver, while Stephane and Bernard is ideal for designer evening wear. Edgar also carries stylish options for both women and men.

To complete your island style, head to Human Steps for elegant footwear from the likes of Saint Laurent and Jimmy Choo, then search for eyewear at Lunette St Barth (also in St. Jean) and Australian and black Tahitian pearls among the jewellery at Bijoux de la Mer. Clic is another must-see with an incredible collection of photographs and prints, home goods, and women’s accessories. Men will enjoy browsing Egyptian cotton dress shirts at Cafe Coton and leather bags, belts, and shoes in chic French designs at Laurent Effel.

In the realm of wristwear, there are a collection of luxury watch designers including Carat Saint Barth, Goldfinger, and Diamond Genesis. And for men’s swimwear, visit SunBarth along the harbour. At the end of your shopping excursion in the capital, pamper yourself with the lavish line of skincare products and natural cosmetics at Ligne St. Barths.

JACQUES ZOLTI

Jacques Zolty’s collections of perfume, clothes and accessories are for people who feel good in their skin. Those who feel good where they are and where life might lead them. Jacques Zolty is a former fashion model whose image graced the covers of glossy magazines, photographed by top fashion photographers of the late 20th century.