Buying shirts can be a real button-pushing experience. Sometimes you need just one shirt, but can’t seem to find the right one. Other times all you want is to satisfy your shirt addiction, but your wallet sends an SOS. Don’t worry, we’ve sewn up a list of the top 10 places in Columbia, Missouri, where you can thread your way to shirt satisfaction.
- The Alpine Shop - Price range: $20-$80
- Maude - Price range: $40-$80
- Route 66 Clothing - Price range: $15-$35
- Gotcha T-Shirts - Price range: $15-$25
- Poppy - Price range: $25-$65
- Clair Vintage and Retro - Price range: $25-$65
- H&M - Price range: $5-$35
- Main Squeeze - Price range: $25-$40
- Tallulah’s - Price range: $15-$60
- Dryer’s Shoe Store - Price range: $30-$50
This outdoor shop has a tee-rific selection of adventure wear. From rock-climbing attire to camping shirts, the options are endless. Get ready to climb every mountain and ford every stream looking snazzy in your new shirt.
Maude has been the go-to boutique for fashion-frenzied Cougars for a decade. This shop stocks everything from classic corset tops to flirty blouses that’ll have you thinking, "Oh my darling, Clementine." Their shirt collection is one that will make you smile, or as they say, "shawl you look beautiful."
You can’t visit Missouri without channeling some Route 66 vibes. This store has recrafted the vintage t-shirt trend in Columbia. Their shirts are a steal, and you’ll love how they have a tin-torch to the blues and reds of Missouri’s paved streets.
Gotcha! T-Shirt shop is cleverly disguised as a tourist shop but is an undercover punster’s paradise. You will be sure to find a shirt that will Ace Ventura your pun reflex. Best of all? They custom make shirts too, so put on your thinking cap and start writing that punny pun.
Poppy is the coffeehouse of clothing. There’s something comforting about sitting on the couches and browsing the racks, maybe listening to some live music or sipping on some tea. Poppy also stocks indie designer wear, so it will be a great shock to your wardrobe to find something style-affirming.
Gnarly! If shirtness is next to godliness, Clair Vintage & Retro is the church. This vintage store is known for its seemingly endless supply of nicely faded denim jackets and a fantastic retro-style shirt collection, and it’s a bargain yet quality. Find your fashion sanity shopping here, and you’ll be lookin’ good with radioactive charm.
HM-mm! This Swedish clothing chain has made its way to Columbia. Many people know that H&M is an affordable clothing option, but they also have a fantastic selection of shirts. You’ll find everything from basic tees to something that funks it up. The price is also unbeatable for its quality and design.
Tie-dye shirts are making a comeback, and Main Squeeze is at the forefront of the movement. Besides tie-dye shirts, they have a range of shirts made from eco-friendly materials. You’ll definitely feel like a free spirit, embracing Mother Earth and her furry creatures.
Tallulah’s is a super-sweet women’s boutique located downtown. It’s like stepping into your stylish best friend’s closet. Not only do they have wearable clothes with flair, such as graphic tees, but they also have lots of accessories. While you’re there, you can also find some super cute cards and things to gift to someone.
You may be thinking, "What do shoes have to do with shirts?" But hey, we told you that shirt-buying can be a strange experience. Dryer’s Shoe Store mainly advertises their footwear, but they also have a great selection of clothing, including shirts. Plus, who doesn’t love a good pair of new shoes?
There you have it, the top 10 places to buy a shirt in Columbia, Missouri. Whether you are looking for something outdoor-ready or fashion-forward, affordable or high-end, tie-dye, or totally retro, we’ve got you covered. So don’t sweat it, get out there yesterday and gear up for an adventure in Columbia.