MCR Made You Look: The BEST Clothes Shops in Manchester
Everyone’s got an opinion on Manchester fashion.
Someone (cough cough @imaculatevibezonly) even suggested this city might be the worst dressed in the UK. And honestly, we’re not even going to dignify that with a full response.
We’ll let Manchester do the talking.
Because whether you’re heading for drinks in the Northern Quarter, making plans for Deansgate, or trying to build a summer wardrobe that can survive all four seasons in one day, the clothes shops in Manchester Arndale have you covered.
And when it comes to finding the best clothes shops in Manchester city centre, Manchester Arndale is a pretty good place to start.
Dressing for the Weather
Manchester summer is basically a negotiation.
You leave the house in sunshine, get caught in a downpour by lunch, then end up sat outside a pub in the evening wishing you’d brought a jacket.
The secret? Layers. And Luckily, some of the best Manchester clothes shops are under one roof!
Levi’s and Hollister are ideal for lightweight staples you can mix, match and throw on when the weather inevitably changes. And if there’s one thing Manchester knows, it’s jacket weather.
That’s where AllSaints comes in. Their leather and suede pieces are built for exactly this kind of forecast… Stylish enough for a night out but practical enough for whatever the sky decides to do next.
Shopping for the Moodboard
Calling all Pinterest queens, TikTok fashion detectives and people with a saved folder on every social platform full of outfit inspiration. You
know the vibe before you know the outfit and we’re here for it!
Maybe it’s a girls’ holiday. Maybe it’s rooftop drinks. Maybe it’s a picnic in the park, a festival weekend, a bottomless brunch or a last-minute city break. Whatever’s on the moodboard, Manchester Arndale has something that fits.
River Island is the natural starting point for trend-led looks, whether you’re shopping for holiday outfits, occasionwear or your next “I need this immediately” purchase. New Look covers the essentials brilliantly too – great denim, easy summer pieces and the kind of prices that make experimenting with a new look feel a lot less risky.
And because summer outfits are never really finished, Accessorize is a must. The right sunglasses, jewellery or bag can completely change what you’re already working with. It’s exactly the kind of fashion treasure hunt that’s made Manchester fashion what it is – individual, creative and never afraid to do its own thing.
Dressing for the Occasion
Got somewhere to be? The Arndale’s got you.
Let’s be honest, dressing for events can be harder for guys. There’s a fine line between looking like you’ve made an effort and looking like you’re trying too hard.
Whether it’s a first date, after-work drinks, a boys’ night out or a wedding guest outfit that doesn’t feel boring, finding that balance matters.
PD:FC is doing a lot of heavy lifting right now. If you’re into football-inspired streetwear and want something a little different from the usual high street options, it’s well worth a look. Pair a statement piece from there with trainers from Footasylum or JD and you’re pretty much sorted.
Champion and Sports Direct are worth checking out too when the dress code is more relaxed. A well-styled co-ord, overshirt or fresh pair of trainers can work just as hard as something smarter, depending on where you’re heading.
Manchester has always done fashion its own way. That’s what inspired MCR Made You Look – celebrating the people, places and style that make the city what it is.
Follow us on Instagram and TikTok to see how local creators styled their summer looks from Manchester Arndale, then come and find your own.
Home to some of the best clothes shops Manchester city centre has to offer, Manchester Arndale is open seven days a week and packed with the latest from your favourite Manchester clothing stores and clothing stores in Manchester.
