Best of Boston

Ever since Barneys left the stage, Bostonians have been searching for a place to find cutting-edge fashion. Enter Concepts, which continues to scoop up some of the grooviest brands around. With high-street brands (Balenciaga, Lanvin), mainstream names (Asics, Timberland), and indie stars (Rick Owens, Diet Starts Monday), the sleek boutique fits right in on the first block of Newbury Street, bridging the gap between haute couture and ultra-hip.