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5 Best Fashion Boutiques in Columbia (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Talise Sterling
By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Updated · 6 min read

We compared 20 fashion boutiques in Columbia on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

Fashion boutiques in Columbia range from a Saluda Avenue shop selling natural-fiber clothing and gifts to a Gervais Street clothing store, a women's boutique on Harden Street and a custom menswear clothier. Together they hold more than 550 Google reviews, rated from 4.0 to 4.9, so the useful question is whether you want women's boutique fashion, a larger clothing store or men's custom clothing.

Short answer: Urban Outfitters has the most Google reviews here, more than 220, at 4.0 stars. BP Skinner Clothiers (menswear) and Scout & Molly's of Columbia (women's boutique) are both rated 4.9, while Loose Lucy's Columbia and Vestique sit at 4.7. Check prices in store or online before you buy.
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Columbia boutiques and clothing stores compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Loose Lucy's Columbia 4.7 ★ 116 Natural-fiber clothing and gifts View ›
2 Urban Outfitters 4.0 ★ 226 Trend-led clothing and accessories View ›
3 Vestique 4.7 ★ 96 Women's boutique fashion, in store or online View ›
4 BP Skinner Clothiers 4.9 ★ 67 Custom and semi-custom menswear View ›
5 Scout & Molly's of Columbia 4.9 ★ 52 Boutique gifts and a mix of brands View ›
5 Best Fashion Boutiques in Columbia (2026)

Boutiques and clothing stores, one by one

Loose Lucy's Columbia logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Loose Lucy's Columbia

4.7116 Google reviews

Loose Lucy's Columbia is a clothing and gift shop at 709 Saluda Ave. Google lists it as a clothing store, home goods store, youth clothing store and rock shop, and reviewers mention clothing, spiritual gifts and a colorful, welcoming shop floor. It is open seven days a week.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe friendly staff who let you browse in peace
  • One reviewer says the clothing is typically made from natural fibers
  • One reviewer says a dress bought there has held up through years of wear
  • Reviewers mention an online store for shoppers who live elsewhere

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer calls the clothing a bit pricey, though says you get what you pay for
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume116 · 93rd
Confidencemoderate
Recency7 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A good fit if you want durable clothing and gift items from a shop with a personal feel. Its Google rating is 4.7 across more than 110 reviews.

Website+1803-252-1390 Directions

709 Saluda Ave, Columbia, SC 29205

Urban Outfitters logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days

Urban Outfitters

4.0226 Google reviews

Urban Outfitters is a clothing store at 912 Gervais St. Google lists it as a clothing store, fashion accessories store, shoe store and home goods store, and reviewers mention clothes, trinkets, books and a large dressing room. It has the largest review base on this page.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe trendy clothes, accessories and books under one roof
  • Two reviewers praise the store manager's help in finding an outfit
  • One reviewer enjoyed the comfortable dressing room

Worth knowing

  • Reviewers call it pricey, and one says the men's department is small
  • Its 4.0 rating is lower than the others here, with a wider spread of star ratings
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4 / 5
Review volume226 · 98th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 years ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown46% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most-reviewed store here, but its ratings are more mixed than the other stores on this page. Go for trend-led women's clothes and accessories, and compare prices first.

Website+1803-254-5381 Directions

912 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201

Vestique logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Vestique

4.796 Google reviews

Vestique is a women's boutique at 631 Harden St. Google lists it as a women's clothing store, boutique and fashion accessories store, and its site describes clothing, accessories and jewelry sold through an online boutique as well as stores in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Virginia.

What people praise

  • Reviewers say staff are helpful and good at putting together an outfit
  • One reviewer calls the clothing selection great and reasonably priced
  • The site sorts clothing by occasion, including wedding-guest dresses

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer found the last half hour before the 6 pm close less welcoming
  • Reviewers report differing experiences with how quickly staff greet shoppers
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume96 · 88th
Confidencemoderate
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown88% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid choice for women's clothing and occasion dresses, in store or through its online shop. Visit earlier in the day if you want time to browse.

Website+1803-764-0654 Directions

631 Harden St, Columbia, SC 29205

BP Skinner Clothiers logo
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk

BP Skinner Clothiers

4.967 Google reviews

BP Skinner Clothiers is a men's clothing store at 1003 Gervais St, Suite A. Its site describes custom menswear alongside casual clothing and accessories, says it was started in 2012 by Brent Skinner, and offers fittings and consultations at the customer's location by appointment.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise the fit, materials and craftsmanship of their suits
  • One reviewer who had worn custom clothing for decades calls the result as good as it gets
  • Another reviewer was fitted for a semi-custom suit and says the process was simple

Worth knowing

  • Two reviewers describe slow communication or fit problems on wedding orders
  • Open Monday to Friday and Saturday until 2 pm, closed Sunday
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume67 · 83rd
Confidenceearly
Recency7 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The menswear specialist here, with a 4.9 rating from a smaller review base. If you are ordering for a wedding party, ask for a written timeline and delivery date up front.

Website+1803-661-7665 Directions

1003 Gervais St A, Columbia, SC 29201

Scout & Molly's of Columbia logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

Scout & Molly's of Columbia

4.952 Google reviews

Scout & Molly's of Columbia is a women's boutique at 4840 Forest Dr, Suite 23. Google lists it as a women's clothing store, boutique, jewelry store and shoe store, and reviewers mention clothing, jewelry and gift items.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise helpful staff who give honest feedback in the fitting room
  • One reviewer says the brands cover every style and price point
  • One reviewer says the staff will help with last-minute outfit needs by phone

Worth knowing

  • The review base is the smallest on this page
Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume52 · 73rd
Confidenceearly
Recencyabout a year ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown92% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Reviewers return to this boutique for its staff and its mix of clothing, jewelry and gifts. It holds a 4.9 rating across more than 50 reviews.

Website+1803-683-3672 Directions

4840 Forest Dr Ste 23, Columbia, SC 29206

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Reading the ratings

Rating is the business’s Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated it, set against other Columbia boutiques and clothing stores. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a score from hundreds of people carries more weight than the same score from a few dozen. Recency shows how recently customers have been leaving reviews.

What affects boutique prices in Columbia?

Prices depend on the brand, the fabric and whether the garment is ready to wear or made to measure. Reviewers describe some stores as pricey and others as reasonably priced.

Boutiques near you in Columbia

Loose Lucy’s Columbia is on Saluda Ave and Vestique is on Harden St. Urban Outfitters and BP Skinner Clothiers are both on Gervais St, and Scout & Molly’s of Columbia is on Forest Dr. Each listing shows a phone number and directions.

What to ask before you shop

  • Do you offer alterations, or can you recommend a tailor?
  • What is your return and exchange policy on sale items?
  • For made-to-measure clothing, what is the timeline from order to delivery?
  • Is the item in stock in this store, or ordered from another location?
  • Do you have an online store if I need to reorder?

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find custom menswear in Columbia?

BP Skinner Clothiers on Gervais Street describes custom menswear on its site, and reviewers mention custom and semi-custom suits. If you are ordering for a wedding, ask for the delivery date in writing.

Which Columbia boutiques are open on Sundays?

Google hours show Loose Lucy’s Columbia (12:30 to 5 pm), Urban Outfitters (noon to 6 pm), Vestique (noon to 5 pm) and Scout & Molly’s of Columbia (noon to 5 pm) open on Sundays. BP Skinner Clothiers is closed.

Are Columbia boutiques expensive?

Reviewers’ views differ. Some describe Loose Lucy’s Columbia and Urban Outfitters as pricey, one calls Vestique reasonably priced and one says Scout & Molly’s of Columbia carries brands at every price point. Compare tags before you buy.

Can I shop these boutiques online?

Vestique’s site describes an online boutique, and a reviewer says Loose Lucy’s Columbia has an online store. Other listings show a phone number for questions about stock.

Where to start

Start with Loose Lucy’s Columbia for natural-fiber clothing and gifts, Vestique or Scout & Molly’s of Columbia for women’s boutique fashion, BP Skinner Clothiers for menswear and Urban Outfitters for trend-led clothing. Compare prices and return policies before you buy.

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