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Boutiques

From contemporary styles to trendy "finds," these online boutiques will give you the thrill of browsing through shops reminiscent of the world's hippest stores.

A-Wear

Forward sportswear in better fabrications.

A.P.C.

Very modern French men's and women's sportswear and accessories. Clean, urban shapes are up-to-the-minute.

ABS

For all-out glam, Allen B. Schwartz is hard to beat. Celebrity knockoffs are his specialty: choose Oscar looks that imitate Hilary, Salma, Winona, Cate, Ashley and more -- few just a few hundred dollars.

Active Endeavors

Great contemporary, trendy labels and premium denim.

Allison Anne

Adorable, unique skirts made from tapestry fabrics and trim.

Andrew Marc

Sexy outerwear, including hot leather styles for him and her.

Anthropologie

Urban trend pieces at moderate prices at this lifestyle e-tailer.

Baby Phat

It's hot, it's sexy and it's affordable (not to mention that Alicia Keys loves it). Tops, bottoms, lingerie and more.

Banana Republic

Affordable minimalism -- go for runway looks reinterpreted in wearable colors, comfy classics and urbanwear basics.

Bisou-Bisou

Body-conscious separates and feminine dresses.

Bomb Boogie

OK, you can't actually buy anything online, but this Italian company has one of the coolest, high energy fashion sites on the Net. There are contact numbers ("agents") listed under corporate info if you see something you have to own.

Built by Wendy

Jeans and Ts online from this NYC designer. Don't miss the groovy guitar straps.

CoCo & Delilah

Shop for fashion-forward looks from the likes of Nanette Lepore, Hudson Jeans and more.

Colette

Shop the chicest store on the planet. There's not much in the e-boutique right now, but be forwarned -- you'll want to buy everything you see!

Cowboy Cool

Wonder where Coldplay and Madonna score their edgy cowboy looks? Cowboy Cool, a Dallas boutique, features looks that attract the trendsetters, including a great selection of handmade boots with details you don't often see on traditional cowboys (i.e. the color pink and skulls). The store also carries hats, belts and apparel to complete the luxe rocker/cowboy look.

DASZIGN.COM

Shop for premium jean labels and contemporary designers.

Esprit

Young, trendy designs in sportswear, dresses and footwear make this a good stop if you're looking to update your wardrobe on a budget.

Fabric8

GenX heaven. Hipster shopping features unique, independent designers selling wares. Great item-y apparel.

H.D.'s Boutique

Buy trendy specialty items for him and her from the online shop of this Dallas boutique.

House of Style

Cute T-shirts, the hottest jeans and off-the-beaten track footwear make this online boutique a great find.

Kirna Zabete

Shop for goodies from this trendy Soho boutique, which is known for carrying hard-to-find designers (Martine Sitbon, Alice Roi) and colorful environment.

Language

Fabulous selection of up-to-the-minute designers from this New York store: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Yes! They have his denim.), Matthew Williamson and Philip Treacy are just a few.

Lisa Kline

Lisa Kline's hip L.A. boutique comes to the Internet where you can browse like the celebs through her great selection of great looks. Don't miss the "Sexy Tops" section!

Max Studio

From office ready to night time sophisticate, this collection of millennium-ready fashions has neat gizmos like 3D views and designer's choice notice on the site.

Net-a-Porter

If you need a designer fix, this is your stop. Grab a great dress from Diane Von Furstenberg, a cool sweater from Fake London or red soled shoes from Christian Louboutin. This British virtual boutique is a fashionista must-see!

Patricia Field

This 20-year fixture in New York fashion has an appropriately funky site. Buy sexy pieces and even the signature "ID" necklace seen on "Sex and the City."

Pinkmascara.com

Shop for designer clothes, handbags, accessories and more.

Purple Peach

Cute Ts, shoes and more.

Shop Intuition

Great boutique finds, from tees to bags to gifts.

Tracey Ross

Pure Hollywood excess in this LA boutique: kids' cashmere, rabbit hair ponchos and spiritually hip accessories.

Urban Outfitters

Shop for trendy, affordable men's and women's apparel and apartment furnishings online.

Vibe the Boutique

All of the great labels and latest trends you'd expect from a hip boutique.

Vivre

A well-edited collection of truly special items in luxe materials including cashmere and mink.

Wifebeader by Laura Dahl

Beading takes the beater (a.k.a. ribbed tank top) to new heights. Semi-precious stones are hand-sewn onto the tops for a unique look.

Zuss

Two sisters, recycling used bicycle innertubes into eye-catching one-of-a-kind hot couture.

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