You can’t come to gay Mexico City without at least perusing it’s world-renowned shopping scene. Whether you’re looking to check out the well-known brands decorating the racks of high-end department store complexe, like Centro Sante Fe, or are looking for handmade artisanal goods, Mexico City has it all. And on top of it, the city has great shops catering directly to the gay community.
Gay-specific shops
In town for Pride? Head over to Rainbowland, which sells everything proud from socks to books, to costumes perfect for strutting down the street during the Pride March.
Spice up your underwear drawer at Boy’s Factory in Centro Historico. This specialty shop has everything from sexy underwear and swimwear to casual athleisure wear from your favorite brands like Andrew Christian and ES.
The best gay bookstore in town is Voces en Tinta (Voices In Ink) and carries a great collection of fiction, non-fiction, art, and culture books. Be wary of the store’s cute little café; you might lose track of time reading and chatting with locals!
Best men’s stores
While in Mexico City, you have to splurge on fashion. Stop into Roma’s Goodbye Folk for handcrafted men’s wear. The store’s hipster styles will certainly help you stand out once you return home.
Looking for some serious lewks? Find your one of a kind peacocking, high fashion piece at Roma’s Apartment 25. Don’t miss the upstairs, full of cool books and trendy magazines.
Artisan Shops
On Saturdays be sure to head to El Bazar Sábado, a market with incredible local crafts, artwork, and a colorful flower market. The shops set up in Plaza de San Jacinto in the San Ángel neighborhood and is the perfect place to snag a gift for loved ones at home!