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Marrakesh souk (Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Marcia Kimpton<\/a> has built a career around seeing the world through a creative lens. The award-winning filmmaker, writer, actress, and artist\u2014whose travel films include An American Abroad<\/em> and An American in Amsterdam <\/em>\u2014 has spent decades exploring destinations across the globe. The daughter of pioneering boutique hotelier Bill Kimpton, founder of Kimpton Hotels<\/a>, she grew up immersed in design, hospitality, and culture, but forged her own path through filmmaking and storytelling. Along the way, she’s developed another expertise: knowing exactly where to shop.<\/p>\n

For Kimpton, the best travel purchases aren’t necessarily the most expensive ones. They’re the pieces that capture the spirit of a destination and become lasting reminders of a trip long after the suitcase has been unpacked.<\/p>\n

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Marcia Kimpton<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Surprisingly, her favorite shopping city isn’t Paris or New York.<\/p>\n

“If you take New York City and Paris out of the equation, as they are incredible for shopping, but being so massive, I find them overwhelming to navigate,” she says. “My pick would be Cannes, France, because it’s so small and easy to navigate.”<\/p>\n

For Kimpton, the French Riviera<\/a> offers the best of both worlds: internationally renowned luxury houses alongside independent boutiques, all within walking distance.<\/p>\n

“I’ve found amazing deals on high-quality French clothing there,” she says. “The standard of quality is exceptional.”<\/p>\n

In fact, one of the best purchases she’s ever made while traveling came from Cannes: a timeless blue Etro suit that remains one of the standout pieces in her wardrobe.<\/p>\n

Her other favorite find couldn’t have been more different.<\/p>\n

While browsing a boutique called Francesca Firenza, she discovered a simple summer dress that cost just \u20ac40. “I loved it so much that when I returned a year later, I bought it in five more colors,” she says. “It’s incredibly comfortable, travels beautifully because it hardly wrinkles, and it’s perfect for summer.” Today, she owns the dress in six colors \u2014 a testament to how often she reaches for it.<\/p>\n

Although France remains her shopping happy place, Kimpton believes fashion’s most exciting momentum is happening elsewhere in Europe.<\/p>\n

“I would absolutely say Copenhagen and Amsterdam,” she says when asked which destinations are having a real fashion moment.<\/p>\n

She believes both cities have developed distinctive aesthetics that remain rooted in local culture while still feeling remarkably modern.<\/p>\n

Amsterdam especially stands out to her because its fashion scene mirrors the city’s diversity.<\/p>\n

“It’s fascinating because its fashion scene reflects both its uniquely Dutch aesthetic and its remarkably international population,” she says. “With people from around 180 nationalities calling the city home, you see an incredible mix of global influences alongside that unmistakable Dutch style that is practical enough that you can comfortably ride a bike in whatever you’re wearing.”<\/p>\n

That same appreciation for originality shapes where Kimpton seeks out independent designers.<\/p>\n

“As an artist, I’m naturally drawn to fashion because I see it as another form of creative expression,” she says.<\/p>\n

Rather than following trends, she prefers designers who create from a deeply personal point of view.<\/p>\n

“I find the most exciting independent designers in places like Amsterdam and Copenhagen, where individuality and artistic vision are deeply reflected in the clothes people create,” she says. “What makes independent designers so exciting is that their work feels personal \u2014 they’re expressing their own style and perspective rather than following trends.”<\/p>\n

Vintage shopping isn’t something Kimpton actively pursues, but when she does browse, she says she’s had some memorable discoveries in Nice, France. Luxury shopping, however, is another story.<\/p>\n

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Nice, France (Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

“I love France for so many reasons,” she says. “I’m sorry to repeat myself, but Cannes is one of my favorite places for luxury shopping. The smaller boutiques often offer beautiful luxury pieces at surprisingly good value.”<\/p>\n

Athens<\/a> is another destination she recommends to fashion-minded travelers.<\/p>\n

Whenever she stays at the iconic Hotel Grande Bretagne<\/a>, she makes a point of walking over to Attica, Greece’s largest luxury department store.<\/p>\n

“I’ve found some fantastic luxury finds there,” she says.<\/p>\n

Cape Town also deserves far more attention than it gets, according to Kimpton.<\/p>\n

At the V&A Waterfront, she’s discovered exceptional value alongside designers she hasn’t encountered anywhere else in Europe or the United States.<\/p>\n

The biggest change she’s noticed over years of traveling, however, has less to do with where people shop than how they shop.<\/p>\n

“I believe they are,” she says when asked whether travelers are moving away from luxury logos. “More people are looking for value, but they’re also looking for pieces that feel personal and reflect their own unique style.”<\/p>\n

While she still appreciates beautifully crafted luxury fashion, she believes the appeal of highly recognizable branding has shifted.<\/p>\n

“Luxury fashion is often beautifully made, but the prices have become so high that highly visible logos don’t carry the same appeal they once did,” she says.<\/p>\n

Instead, she’s drawn to discoveries that tell a story.<\/p>\n

“For me, fashion today is much more about authenticity than status. I love discovering unique pieces from local designers or boutiques that tell a story and feel like an extension of who I am. Those finds are often far more meaningful than buying something simply because it has a recognizable logo.”<\/p>\n

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Marrakesh Souk (Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Looking ahead, Kimpton believes one destination deserves a place on every fashion lover’s radar.<\/p>\n

“Tokyo has already earned its reputation as one of the world’s coolest shopping destinations,” she says. “But if we’re talking about places that I think people should have on their radar over the next few years, I’d say Marrakesh.”<\/p>\n

She points to the city’s creative energy, talented artisans, and emerging designers creating pieces unlike anything else on the market.<\/p>\n

One of her favorite stops is Topolin<\/a>a, where she’s spent time interviewing owner Pierre Henry<\/a> to better understand Marrakesh’s couture scene and growing fashion identity.<\/p>\n

After decades of traveling the world, Kimpton’s philosophy remains refreshingly simple. The best souvenirs aren’t necessarily the most expensive purchases \u2014 they’re the ones with a sense of place, a story behind them, and the ability to transport you back to the moment you found them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42712,"featured_media":114444,"template":"","format":"standard","categories":[6939,38,17,16],"yoast_head":"\nMarcia Kimpton's Favorite Shopping Destinations Around the World<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Marcia Kimpton reveals her favorite fashion capitals beyond Paris and New York, including Nice, Copenhagen, and Amsterdam.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/marcia-kimpton-best-shopping-destinations\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Inside Marcia Kimpton's 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