Best places to shop in Ari

Sleek, neat and classic at its core, the Decorum is a clothing store in Ari that embodies timeless style. The shop’s atmosphere reflects the concept behind its curated items, featuring wooden floors, framed photographs and an antique collection. Its exterior is a simple box-like structure with tall windows, allowing natural light to shine through the space. 

Specialising in menswear, the store offers a selection of suits, ties and leather shoes, showcasing brands from around the world, including Italy, Japan and Korea. It feels like a modern tailor’s shop, offering luxury styles for men that steer away from the mainstream. Expect tailored pieces and high-quality craftsmanship that complements individual style with ease.

Founded in New York City, perfumier Le Labo picked Ari for its first street-front boutique in Thailand. The store reflects the brand’s identity through a design inspired by the Wabi-Sabi philosophy, which celebrates the beauty found in imperfection. The space features a harmonious blend of ashy red walls and wooden furniture with a Grevillea pine tree as a natural centrepiece.

The boutique presents a range of 18 classic fragrances, each crafted to reveal raw, elemental beauty in an evocative way. From Santal 33 to Thé Noir 29, every scent tells a story. Complementing the fragrances are home scents, skincare and grooming essentials, along with exclusive items from limited collections. Visitors can also enjoy personalised services, including on-the-spot label engraving for perfumes and candles.

Another concept store from Decorum, Club Luminaire offers a fresh take on contemporary design, catering to the younger generation in the city. It’s a celebration of youth, informality and unisex style. If you’re looking for a cool graphic tee, this is the place to be. The store’s design mirrors its laid-back vibe, featuring modern touches like blue logos, minimalist details and wooden walls. With over 30 brands, Club Luminaire has everything from clothing and accessories to footwear, all with a nod to old-school styles. As always, their selection stays true to a classic, simple aesthetic and remains a refreshing alternative to mainstream fashion.

Driven by a passion for the charm and cultural value of local shops around the world, the owners of Madbacon drew inspiration from these everyday spaces to create their own version in Ari – a corner shop designed around the concept of a ‘convenience store for today’s lifestyle.’ It feels convivial, with eclectic decorations that don’t follow a specific theme… a mix of casual photos, stackable plastic containers as desks, white tiles and red chairs. But it’s this unorganised mix of decorations that makes the space feel more approachable. 

The store is arranged into three distinct zones. The first is the convenience store – a space for everyday essentials, from snacks and candles to vases and stationery. The second zone, called endless used, features a selection of clothing from various brands. The third zone, new space, is designed as a space for conversation and exchange of ideas and comes with a cafe serving signature drinks.

Having previously worked in fashion PR and marketing, the owners bring their experience and understanding of a wide range of products to the store. Drawing on this background, and their personal passions for Japanese culture, they have created a shop designed to feel welcoming and accessible – a place where you can enjoy a regular drop-in while in Ari. The white house adorned with wooden-framed windows has a clean, minimalist aesthetic. 

Most of the items in stock follow a smart casual concept, suited to the outlet’s target audience: first jobbers and employers. The clothing is versatile enough to wear to work, on formal occasions or for weekend outings. Importantly, many of the featured brands are Thai, underscoring the store’s commitment to supporting local talent and homegrown design.

Looking to add a touch of green to your home? This shop is a sanctuary for plant lovers – a place where you can find both the flora and a wide variety of pots to put it in. The collection features pots made from diverse materials that include metals, rattan, ceramics, terracotta and terrazzo, all designed with indoor use in mind. Each piece is conceptualised by the owner, who is passionate about making it easier for people, especially beginners, to enjoy planting and caring for greenery in the home. 

All of this reflects the concept of an atlas, from which their name is derived. It's about blending Western influences with Thai culture and horticulture, which is why there's a diverse selection of plants well-suited for indoor care.