Barquillo 42 is a menswear boutique in the trendy Chueca neighborhood of Madrid.

Barquillo 42 is a menswear boutique in the trendy, funky neighborhood of Chueca in Madrid, Spain. With the natural light streaming in and the boutique’s high ceilings, it’s the perfect shopping setting. Co-owners Javier and Gonzalo opened the boutique three years ago, and since then business has been going strong.

As I calmly browsed the collection of pants, shirts, jackets, shoes, boots, scarves, accessories and more, I realized that the items had a real universal appeal.  This was confirmed when I was able to chat with one of the co-owners of Barquillo 42, Javier.  Javier explained to me that their clothes attract people from 15-70 years old, a large range.  Note he said ” people” and not “men”. Although the clothes are not feminine in the least, Barquillo 42 has a small portion of women that swear by their clothes.  This doesn’t surprise me, as the new hot thing is the androgynous look.  Women sometimes purchase their shirts, pants, and scarves.  Clients also range from artists, decorators, Spanish celebrities, even university students.  They certainly have something for everyone.

This season, Javier mentioned that the down feather vests and jackets, even though winter has not made an appearance yet in Spain, are flying off the racks.  The scarves, sweaters and boots have also already been big bestsellers this fall, despite the ongoing high temps.

Most of the items are purchased from designers based in Italy, England and Denmark, however their wallets and bracelets are made and bought right here in Spain.

My personal favorite was the blazers.  I thought the styles were extremely unique, and I loved the patterns on the inside for that extra added detailing.  The blazers were made from various fabrics, which was nice because this created casual and dressy looks, of course wool for a warmer more classic look etc.

I highly recommend if you happen to be in Madrid that you pop into Barquillo 42 and look around-you won’t be disappointed.

Posted by Lori Zaino

Photos by Yulia Gromova