Montclair’s bustling Bloomfield Ave (named for our dispensary’s hometown) is beloved for its restaurants, cafes, and dessert shops, but there’s more to be found on and near this major thoroughfare.
Here, Montclair’s best independent boutiques and clothing shops — think locally owned and the opposite of fast fashion — lie hidden in plain sight.
Explore our favorite places to get clothes in Montclair (listed below) for looks as high-end as each location’s ambiance and environment.
Pro tip: Shopping while elevated may set the stage (or runway) for especially creative outfit choices.
1. Monty
With curated fashions for the style-forward femme, the whimsical and eclectic women’s boutique Monty is among our favorite local shopping spots near Bloomfield.
Natalie Haddad launched Monty in 2019, bringing her delightful personality to this Downtown Montclair clothing store where lush color palettes and striking silhouettes abound.
Enjoy a Wyld Blood Orange edible before you arrive to potentially feel extra inspired as you match Monty’s spacious, airy bottoms with its soft, textured tops.
- Address: 12 N Willow St, Montclair, NJ 07042
- Distance from Blue Oak: 7 minutes / 2 miles
2. Connie’s Vintage Trunk
Located along Bloomfield Ave just east of its busiest stretch, Connie’s Vintage Trunk makes old-school women’s styles feel modern.
Shop striped and bright tops, chic designer dresses, and upscale yet fun outerwear in Connie’s quiet and welcoming environment, where you can take all the time you need to find the perfect fit.
Connie’s provides the ideal setting for locking in as you shop, so take a pull from Heavy Hitters’ Acapulco Gold vape before you visit — it’s often found to increase alertness and energy.
- Address: 220 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042
- Distance from Blue Oak: 8 minutes / 2.3 miles
3. Genevieve’s Exclusive Vintage Collection
Located steps from Bloomfield Ave on Lackawanna Plaza, Genevieve’s Exclusive Vintage Collection centers the vision of a former buyer for major department stores.
The store’s namesake, Genevieve Wrenn, travels regularly to source the vintage, designer items she sells, which range from denim to shoes and accessories.
We’re especially fond of Genevieve’s vintage handbags, which often have pockets small enough to stash Dogwalkers’ artfully packaged tins of five small pre-rolls.
- Address: 10 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair, NJ 07042
- Distance from Blue Oak: 8 minutes / 2 miles
4. Beau Brummel
Montclair locals know that some of the town’s best shops are on Church Street between Bloomfield Ave and Park Street, and that’s exactly where you’ll find Beau Bummel.
This specialty men’s boutique is as known for its European styles (think blazers, sweaters, and coats) and for its hands-on customer service.
The shopping experience here leans intimate, so you might enjoy it best if you feel both uplifted and relaxed. Genuine Grow’s Golden Goat flower is often found to strike this balance.
- Address: 27 Church St, Montclair, NJ 07042
- Distance from Blue Oak: 9 minutes / 2.4 miles
5. The Quest Emporium
Offering clothes and accessories for both men and women, The Quest Emporium would make our list even if it weren’t steps from Paper Plane Coffee, one of our favorite Montclair restaurants.
Quest’s jackets, coats, and blazers come in striking colors and materials, and its card cases and wallets are just as sleek.
We’re especially drawn to the shine of its rings and other jewelry, which are as bright and warm as store owner Dio always makes us feel.
Quest’s collection is so diverse that shopping with a friend is a must, especially if you enjoy a ButACake Hibiscus Cherry Elixir beforehand to amp up your social vibes and creativity.
- Address: 51 N Fullerton Ave A, Montclair, NJ 07042
- Distance from Blue Oak: 7 minutes / 2 miles
6. The Connect Clothing Store
Just steps from Montclair’s iconic Wellmont Theater lies Lucas Maher’s The Connect Clothing Store, a vintage and sneaker store with pieces that are men’s in name but fit folks of any gender.
The colorful name-brand shoes, maximalist streetwear, and vintage graphic tees reflect Maher’s NYC upbringing and suit almost any wardrobe.
Maher also launched The Disconnect alongside The Connect so that shoppers can find top-quality clothes for under $50.
In that regard, Maher shares our ethos here at Blue Oak, where our cannabis deals menu and ongoing discounts make cannabis more accessible to everyone.
Shop local at Blue Oak Dispensary in Bloomfield near Montclair
Located in Bloomfield near Holsten’s, Blue Oak is Montclair’s go-to locally owned cannabis dispensary for easy access, quick shopping, and in-depth education and guidance from expert sales specialists.
We’re in an inconspicuous yet centrally located medical building with a parking lot and entrance in the back, and for more discretion, there’s plenty of free street parking nearby.
Whether you’re on the low about your consumption or out and proud with it, we’ll help you find cannabis products that help you achieve your wellness goals.
Visit Blue Oak from Montclair or schedule a consultation to shop local and incorporate cannabis into your everyday holistic wellness — we’re just minutes away once you’re done shopping for clothes in Montclair.
