Our list of the top online Accessories' stores. Some of the etailers listed have Brick and Mortar stores. Others merchandise by psychographic. All are great! Online shopping has transformed the fashion industry, but why is it so popular? Find out here!
	INDIE SHOPPER An easy to navigate site that is dedicated to expose emerging independent designers, hence 'indie shopper.' The site promises to find designers from across the country and says the gear is totally exclusive- and best of all- no sweatshops! www.indieshopper.com
	NET-A-PORTER The best of the best in accessories and clothing- and now the website boasts a mini-magazine, exposing trends, up a coming designers and general fashion knowledge. Certainly, one of the better known online boutiques, their reputation is definitely deserved. And their sales are fantastic! www.net-a-porter.com
	I COVET THIS Another site bringing you the up and coming underground designers. Based in NY this site boasts some really cool accessories guaranteed to make you stand out. www.icovetthis.com
	KITSON The celeb-favorite west coast boutique has jumped zealously into the 21st century providing women across the country with the hippest designers that dress the coolest A-list celebs. Indeed, the clothing section is Huge, but it's their accessory section that really shines. www.shopkitsonboutique.com
	TRUNKSHOP The accessories only website doesn't boast tons of designers, but the selected few are certainly winners. The website even sells vintage pieces and prices are totally affordable. www.trunkshop.com
	BAREFOOT TESS The website focused solely on great shoes, jewels and bags is an easy to navigate site boasting pure contemporary labels. An added perk is that Tess always gives the tall girls a break stocking shoes in larger sizes. The merchandise is perfect for hipper moms. www.barefoottess.com
	LISY B The clothing focused website also boasts a great accessories department. All the known names are at your fingertips thanks to Lisy B's merchandising.. Easy to compare and make well-informed purchases on oh-so hip items. An added benefit is the "ask a stylist" section- a support system to aid you in any fashion disasters. www.lisyb.com
	LUV CHARLIE Not too aesthetically pleasing , Luv Charlie is a simple boutique selling the basics- certainly not the "right-now/tomorrow" designers, but the fairly "hot" to "warm" designers. You can't go wrong with Luv Charlie, but you also won't be wowed. www.luvcharlie.com
	ACTIVE ENDEAVORS One of the more dependable online boutiques- always merchandising the best of the best. Truly a store that knows what is happening and always provides their demanding customers with the greatest brands. It's like a BMW, attractive and always dependable. www.activeendeavors.com
	ALOHA RAG A very rad website showcases a handful of international designers. You may not always find tons of accessories designer, but just the same the website always has a sprinkling of lesser-known labels that usually push the envelope. Definitely an online boutique to check out. www.aloharag.com
	LE TRAIN BLEU Le Train Bleu is a very small, manageable online boutique. The merchandise, generally speaking, is unique and won't be found all over. The boutique has a definite point of view- thus only the certain type of fashionista will adore this forward thinking boutique. www.letrainbleu.com
	BLAEC COLLECTION Blaec puts together entire outfits for you- allowing the laziest of internet shoppers a guaranteed hot look. Manequins are styled perfectly- (sometimes mirroring what the celebs are wearing)- but either way this is a fool-proof site. Some find it somewhat bothersome, but Blaec merchandises great brands. www.blaec.com
	SHOPBOP Shop bop is one of the most dependable online boutiques. You are guaranteed to find something fabulous in this expertly merchandised boutique- tons of labels, tons of choices. An added feature is the shop bop exclusives- items found only on the site. A reliable, always fashionable old friend. www.shopbop.com
	FOOT CANDY This online store is for high-end handbags and shoes only. With a plethora of luxury labels the high-end consumer will find everything she is looking for. www.footcandyshoes.com
	RAFFAELLO NETWORK This boutique is just huge- which is why it makes it on this list. You can browse for hours, thus the consumer is bound to find something. In this case, the more the merrier. www.raffaello-network.com

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Web: www.infomat.com
Published: october 2006
Market: womens
Region: usa
Industry: accessories
Editor: maggie zayko

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