There are several good shopping areas in Oslo. Particularly Grünerløkka and Frogner are great. Grünerløkka is packed with lovely little shops and in Frogner you will find lots of specialized stores.

Other good areas for shopping are: Majorstua where you will find all the exclusive - and expensive! - shops, and St. Hanshaugen, an up-and-coming area with cropping up.

Grünerløkka

The former working class area has in recent years transformed into a lively and trendy neighborhood with lots of singular shops, cafés, galleries and hair dressers.
The atmosphere is laid back and there are lots of families with children.

Grünerløkka is a manageable area centered on Markvein and Thorvald Meyersgate. Begin your trip at Markveien, at the level of Søndregate.

Fretex

Fretex - The Salvation Army - in Grünerløkka is the best in town. The shop is very well arranged. Everything is sorted out in colors - and there is a high level of nostalgia.

Fretex, Markveien 51
www.fretex.no 

Trabant is a funky thrift store with clothes from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s. The store also carries its own line of t-shirts. Clothes for both men and women.

Trabant,
Markveien 56
www.trabantclothing.com

Et dukkehjem

Et dukkehjem (”A Doll’s House”) is one of Oslo’s most popular thrift stores among fashion stylists. You can go on a romantic treasure hunt, since the little doll’s house is filled with stockings, dresses, gloves and negligees. Set aside a lot of time, since it’s impossible to dig out the treasures in a hurry.

Et dukkehjem,
Markveien 4

Alphaville

If you’re interested in checking out Norwegian design, swing by Alphaville. Designers Anne Brit Opdahl and Laura Armonaite start from completely worn-down second hand clothes and in the ultimate environmentally desirable manner, they redesign the clothes.

Alphaville,
Markveien 58

Sjarm

Sjarm is a super charming little accessory shop selling pretty shoes, handbags and vintage clothes. The shop is decorated like an apartment, which gives you the feeling of exploring your girlfriend’s closet.

Sjarm,
Sofienberggate 6
www.sjarm.biz

Thorvald Meyersgate doesn’t have much to offer until you reach Sofienberggate. Look out for:

Shoe Lounge

Shoe Lounge has a nice couch and a wall covered with trendy shoes at moderate prices. You can secure yourself a supply of shoes and short boots from Marc Jacobs, Fornarina, Costume National and Le Coq Sportif – as well as clothes from Norwegian Vera & William and TSH.

Shoe Lounge,
Thorvald Meyers gate 42

Boa

Boa is run by Norwegian designers Mette Møller and Merete Taule. They sell their own designs, in particular knitwear. But also brands like Baum und Pferdgarden and Norwegian So Hee. Boa shares its space with the designer shoe store, Logo.

Boa,
Thorvald Meyersgate 50
www.mettemoller.com
www.tauledesign.com

Anita Leer

Anita Leer is located in one of the side streets off Thorvald Meyersgate. It’s Norwegian design with simple cuts in a pure style. The shop also carries international brands like Sass & Bide, Arayal and Gentlemen Take Polaroides.

Anita Leer,
Seilduksgata 7b

D'Lirium

D'Lirium is a great store if you’re looking for urban street wear. You will find brands like No added sugar, Dirty Laundry, Nina Jarebrink and Jenny Helström – as well as the coolest Vans sneakers.

D'Lirium,
Leirfallsgate 6

Frogner

Behind the castle you will find Frogner, one of the prettiest parts of Oslo. It is swarming with shops; the best ones on and around Frognerveien.
Begin your trip through Frogner at the corner of Skovveien and Frognerveien – and check out:

Den Dama – and Hassan og Den Dama

In the high-ceilinged shop, Den Dama, the clothes from Marc Jacobs, Cacharel and By Malene Birger are packed tightly for you to flip through.
The branch, Hassan og Den Dama, is right around the corner. This store offers clothes with more of a rough edge and for both men and women.
 
Frognerveien 4 og Skovveien 4
www.hassanogdendama.no

Carpe Diem

The shop is packed with clothes and interior design objects. You can find anything from fur vests and cowboy boots to romantic shirts and scented candles. Carpe Diem is run by a mother and daughter and offers everything for young and grown-up women.

Carpe Diem,
Skovveien 7

Bird in a Cage

Bird in a Cage is one of the places that contribute to the hip and lively Frogner atmosphere. The shop lives up to its poetic name and sells brands like Philip Lim, Cacharel and Patrizia Pepe. Behind the pearl-studded cash register, the wall is covered with bags in all shapes and colors.

Bird in a Cage,
Frederik Stangs gate 46 D

Konzept H-P

Next door to Bird in a Cage is the shop Konzept H-P where you can find home accessories like scented candles from John Galliano, super soft bath towels from Kenzo, as well as hand bags and glittery purses.

Konzept H-P,
Frederik Stangs gate 46

Bebop

Bebop is a music store which is not on the cutting edge, but extremely cozy. The CDs handed over the wooden counter are mainly jazz, electronic and a lots of lounge music. Bebop also offers a big selection of vinyl.

You are welcome to make yourself comfortable in the old retro furniture, if you want to listen or read through some of the many music magazines.

Bebop,
Frognerveien 30 C

Majorstua

In Majorstua you will find expensive Italian designers, Norwegian Cubas and Kokain, as well as highstreet stores like H&M and Zara. Most stores are located on Kirkeveien or one of the side streets. Don’t miss:

Lolitas

A small feminine shop with lots of pretty pieces at affordable prices. So Hee, Baum Und Pferdgarten and B2 Clothing are some of the Scandinavian brands you can find here. Also get a touch of Hollywood from Jennifer Lopez' lingerie brand JLo, or how about a cool chandelier to go with your black dress?

Lolitas,
Kirkeveien 49
www.lolitas.no

Agent Provocateur

The brand of wonderful and provocative lingerie has reached Oslo.

Agent Provocateur, Tatler, Bogstadveien 11
www.agentprovocateur.com/oslo

Tonica Vintage

Tonica Vintage is 2000 square feet of vintage and second hand clothes. So there is really a treasure hunt to be done here., and you will be rewarded. A unique shop in which you can spend a lot of time.

Tonica Vintage, Schønings gate 14

Helly Hansen

The Norwegians are very sporty. You can’t find a single person here who doesn’t own good outdoors clothing and sensible shoes. Do as the Norwegians and pay a visit to Helly Hansen where you can find jackets, casual clothes and tops equipped with all sorts of technical gadgets.

Helly Hansen,
Bogstadveien 12
www.hellyhansen.com

Voga

Voga offers some of the latest news from the catwalks in Paris, London and Milano. Dsquared is one of the main brands, next to Vivienne Westwood, Costume National, Victor & Rolf, and April 77. You can buy items here at prices from 800 to 40.000  NKR!

Voga,
Bogstadveien 1
www.voga.no 

St. Hanshaugen

A hip and growing area with one of the most beautiful green spaces in the city. The shops are spread out, but if you’re willing to do a little walking, you will find several treasures.

Melkers

For the kids, you can find original children’s clothing from the 70s. For yourself, bags from Brief and Sassy and delicate lingerie from Norwegian Vera & William and Danish Viola Sky.

Melkers,
Brageveien 4 (entrance from Theresesgate)
www.melkers.no

Something Else

A charming girls’ store with lots of pretty dresses. Many Scandinavian brands.

Something Else,
Pilestredet 65 B
www.somethingelse.no

St. Hanshaugen Secondhand

The shop attracts vintage aficionados to this part of town. And not in vain, since you really have a chance to strike gold. I found a pretty Betty Barcley dress and gold- and silver shoes in many varieties. This shop is an El Dorado for lovers of 40s dresses.

St. Hanshaugen Secondhand,
Bjerregaardsgate 12

Kameleon

Norwegian designer Anne Slaaen is behind the brand Kameleon. The clothes are feminine and classic with details that provide a funky twist.

Kameleon,
Theresesgate 52,
www.kameleon.no

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