Ten must-visit menswear shops in Bilbao. Fashion man
Bilbao boasts an excellent selection of men’s clothing shops, ranging from legendary tailors to modern boutiques offering today’s top brands; in other words, the best fashion for all types of men.
Today we’d like to introduce you to ten very special shops for men, authentic points of reference for style that you really should know and visit.
Read on to discover our selection of men’s fashion shops. There are lots more, of course, but there can be no doubt that these ten stores are landmarks for style. You’ll find everything from tailors and classic cuts to multi-brand boutiques offering more modern and casual fashion. So be sure to make a note of these names and addresses where good taste and exquisite attention are guaranteed.
GERARDO
Licenciado Poza, 25
Elegance is the hallmark of this iconic shop, Gerardo has been dressing the men of Bilbao since 1949. It offers a classic style with bespoke tailoring and shirts, as well as a formal section dedicated to tuxedos, dinner jackets and suits for weddings and exclusive events. It also has a range of more casual leisurewear. The shop works with leading international brands renowned for their quality and style, brands you will only find here.
CAMISERÍA DENIS
Doctor Achucarro, 1
Denis’ Shirt Shop oozes class and a distinctly British style. An emblematic menswear shop where tradition and quality go hand in hand. Here you’ll find garments in exclusive fabrics and materials such as cashmere, lambswool, tweed, linen, viyella, etc. that separate the men from the boys, not to mention patterns, classic cuts and other details of traditional tailoring that will impress even the most demanding of gentlemen. Quality and an excellent workmanship in a beautiful shop with classic décor.
DOCK
Gran Vía, 61 / Plaza San José, 3
Another not-to-be-missed shop with a style all of its own is Dock. The style here tends towards a more casual, sporty look, with the latest shades and always the best taste. Their shelves are stocked with leading Italian and English menswear brands such as Moncler, Stone Island, Peuterey and Henry Cottons, among others. As well as everyday wear, they also have a range of clothes for special occasions and an amazing range of accessories to enhance any man’s outfit.
KÖCCO
Licenciado Poza, 8
This is the place to go for urban, sporty and elegant fashion. A beacon that attracts modern men in search of their own style, the owners combine sophistication and sobriety to perfection and, of course, are fully committed to sustainability. A browse through the shelves will reveal a carefully selected range of clothing and accessories, many from today’s leading Scandinavian brands, making it a fashion reference point for men of all ages.
CARDENAL
Rodríguez Arias, 15 / Banco de España, 1
A veritable paradise for today’s modern man: a different kind of fashion, with lots of character and a touch of transgression for that total look from head to toe, in line with the latest trends and the street style seen in Europe’s main cities. This multi-brand boutique works with more than fifty brands and carries a very small stock of exclusive garments that will add colour to your wardrobe. Located in the heart of the Casco Viejo, this is a great shop for comfortable leisurewear.
GARCÍA BILBAO
General Concha, 4
More than 200 m2 of fashion for the entire family. The outstanding menswear section has everything you need for that comfortable, modern and multicultural look, with clothes that can be combined with accessories from local firms and other major international brands. García – a Dutch company that makes jeans and casual wear – is known for its high-quality sustainable fabrics and designs that are infused with the spirit of leading Italian brands. This shop has a really nice feel to it, and you’ll even be able to take a break from all that shopping at their courtesy bar.
OLAÑETA
Correo, 5
One of the legendary streets in the Casco Viejo is home to Olañeta, a boutique that knows how to dress today’s stylish men. Their fashion is casual, fun and colourful. Their collections follow the latest trends and combine clothes from both Spanish and international brands that you’ll be hard pressed to find elsewhere in the city. If you’re looking for designs full of colour and character that are perfect for everyday wear, then this is the place for you.
REVERSO
Bidebarrieta, 12
Reverso raison d’être is to seduce the classic man with modern fashion, combining the elegant and traditional style for which our city is famous with the creativity and design of Italian fashion houses. But it also has plenty of clothes for those of us who are a little more daring, who think fashion should be fun and who are looking for something quite unique, exclusive and trendsetting. It works with leading street style brands such as Scotch & Soda, Imperial Fashion, Antony Morato, Rumjungle, Sixth Sense, Zero In Assoluto etc.
GARRAS JR
Astillero, 6
The Zorroza neighbourhood is where you’ll find Garras Junior, another fashion flagship for the man of today, specialising in casual clothing for everyday use. This multi-brand store offers the latest top-quality collections from many of the designers that young people are crazy about right now, such as Pepe Jeans, Scotch & Soda, Jack & Jones, Blend, Levi’s… It also has a special denim fashion section. This shop is part of Confecciones Garrastazu, which specialises in menswear and bespoke tailoring.
CLASH BERRIA
Santa Clara, 5
Located in the Santutxu neighbourhood, Clash Berria goes in for Italian fashion, bold, less classic styles and, above all, more colour than you’d expect to find in traditional old Bilbao, because after all, there’s more to life than navy blue. It dresses men who express themselves through their clothes, men who care about sustainability and eco-friendly fashion. Its hangers are draped with international brands and locally sourced designs and accessories that add a unique and personal touch giving to any self-respecting man’s outfit.
