6 Best Shopping in The Cyclades, Greece

Yria Ceramics and Interior Design

Fodor's choice

On Market Street, look for the house with the beautifully carved Parian marble facade to find Paros's most elegantly designed shop. Here, Stelios Ghikas, Monique Mailloux, and daughter Ramona display their pottery from Studio Yria, as well as a carefully chosen range of stylish household items. You can also visit their workshop, perched on a slope in the village of Kostos, and see the beautiful and stunning original designs being made.

Angelika Vaxevanidou Art Studio

A visit to the whitewashed studio and gallery of award-winning sculptor, mosaicist, and portrait artist Angelika Vaxevanidou is a glimpse into the world of a successful, internationally commissioned artist. The longtime local artist and resident is recognized internationally for her impressive, sensitive, and emotional large-scale colored-pencil portraiture, and on display are works past and present. The studio is open year-round.

Bit of Salt

Paros's favorite surf shop sells its own-brand clothing range of hoodies, T-shirts, beanies, and rash vests, which make great souvenirs.

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Mariliza

Antiparos's trendiest concept boutique features a hip selection of clothing, purses, T-shirts, and accessories crafted by Greek designers. You can also browse through creations made with care by the talented owner, Mariliza Dimakou, including stylish Greek leather sandals and handmade Greek-inspired jewelry.

Nid D'Or

A small shop, Nid D'Or showcases two lines: one is a collection by owner Aliki Meremetis, featuring rough-cut semiprecious stones; the second is by another well-known and respected Greek jeweler, Katerina Kotsaki.

Phaedra's Handmade Jewellery

Local Phaidra Apostolopoulou, who studied jewelry in Athens, has this tiny shop, where she shows her sophisticated silver and gold designs, and a line of punky and funky pieces for summer.