DOWNTOWN. This men's shop has been around for over 16 years and puts its emphasis on personal service and the latest Italian designs. High-end designer men's fashions and an extremely helpful staff are found here. Appointments available.

DOWNTOWN. This full-service men's and women's store has been a trendsetter since its inception. They carry such designers as Barry Brickman, Donna Karan, Zegna, Coogi, Ike Behar and many others. Davis & Company will even deliver to your downtown hotel. Closed Sundays.

DOWNTOWN. Banana Republic Men is a fashionable chain featuring in-style men's sportswear and accessories. Their helpful staff will assist you with the right sizes and styles. Very affordable good looking clothes. Open 7 days a week.

DOWNTOWN. Ben Silver has two shops in the world; one is in London and, lucky for us, the other one is here in Charleston. Fine men's and women's clothing, including the latest British and American designs. They also carry accessories and home furnishings.

DOWNTOWN. This Charleston institution has been in existence since 1883. Classic men's clothing and shoes and fine women's sportswear and evening wear from such designers as Nicole Miller, Tahari, BCBG and Zelda. While the store can get a bit cluttered ­ charmingly so ­ the great clothes and attentive service more than make up for the mess.