Useful things, well chosen

Shops

Essentials close to home, followed by the independent shops and favorite labels along King Street.

Groceries & essentials

Queen Street Grocery storefront

Queen Street Grocery

133 Queen Street2 min walkWebsite

A few doors down for pantry basics, wine, beer, sandwiches, and an easy neighborhood stop.

Burbage's Grocery storefront

Burbage’s Grocery

157 Broad Street7 min walkWebsite

An old Charleston grocery with thoughtful provisions and a useful wine selection.

Target on King Street

Target

211 King Street10 min walkWebsite

The practical answer for toiletries, travel needs, chargers, and everything forgotten at home.

King Street finds

Billy Reid Charleston store

Billy Reid

150 King Street7 min walkWebsite

Relaxed, beautifully made clothing in a small historic King Street shop.

Croghan's Jewel Box storefront

Croghan’s Jewel Box

155 King Street7 min walkWebsite

A Charleston institution for estate jewelry, fine pieces, silver, and distinctive gifts.

Buxton Books interior

Buxton Books

160 King Street7 min walkWebsite

An independent bookstore with a strong Charleston shelf and a lively calendar of author events.

Roller Rabbit Charleston storefront

Roller Rabbit

163 King Street8 min walkWebsite

Colorful hand-printed sleepwear, resort pieces, and cheerful gifts in a bright little boutique.

Candlefish Charleston interior

Candlefish

270 King Street13 min walk · 4 min driveWebsite

Beautifully scented candles, thoughtful gifts, and a lovely Charleston souvenir.

Bluemercury storefront

Bluemercury

278 King Street12 min walk · 5 min driveWebsite

A polished beauty stop for skincare, makeup, sunscreen, and smart travel-size supplies.

Madewell King Street storefront

Madewell

282 King Street13 min walk · 5 min driveWebsite

Easy denim, leather goods, and unfussy layers for a warm-weather Charleston wardrobe.

Anthropologie storefront

Anthropologie

260 King Street12 min walk · 4 min driveWebsite

Clothing, home accents, and giftable pieces in one of King Street’s most inviting storefronts.

Sephora storefront

Sephora

289 King Street13 min walk · 5 min driveWebsite

A dependable beauty stop for makeup, skincare, fragrance, and last-minute gifts.

Reformation Charleston storefront

Reformation

287 King Street13 min walk · 5 min driveWebsite

Modern dresses, denim, and special-occasion pieces with a light, considered point of view.

M. Dumas and Sons storefront

M. Dumas & Sons

294 King Street14 min walk · 5 min driveWebsite

A longstanding Charleston menswear shop for polished classics, tailored pieces, and memorable gifts.

Kate Spade New York storefront

Kate Spade New York

284 King Street13 min walk · 5 min driveWebsite

Playful bags, jewelry, and gifts with a bright, polished point of view.

Gucci Charleston Place interior

Gucci

Charleston Place · 242 King Street11 min walk · 4 min driveWebsite

Italian fashion, leather goods, and accessories in the heart of the historic shopping district.

Swarovski and King Street storefronts

Swarovski

306 King Street14 min walk · 5 min driveWebsite

Crystal jewelry, sparkling accessories, and small gifts that travel well.

J.Crew storefront on King Street

J.Crew

239 King Street12 min walk · 4 min driveWebsite

Dependable classics, vacation-ready layers, and an easy place to pick up a polished staple.

Alo King Street storefront

Alo

245 King Street11 min walk · 4 min driveWebsite

Elevated activewear and easy layers for a city walk or a beach morning.

Hampden Clothing Charleston storefront

Hampden Clothing

314 King Street15 min walk · 5 min driveWebsite

A Charleston fashion institution for distinctive designer pieces and excellent styling advice.

CVS Pharmacy on George Street

CVS Pharmacy

59 George Street13 min walkWebsite

A reliable stop for prescriptions, over-the-counter essentials, sunscreen, and travel basics.