S.M. Bradford Co. has the feel of a shop run by someone with genuine taste — a carefully edited selection of men’s and women’s clothing and accessories that navigates the line between casual and refined with ease. The inventory changes with the seasons and reflects a sensibility that suits the Whitefish lifestyle: versatile pieces that look as good on a dinner reservation as they do on a walkabout through town.

The browsing experience here is unhurried and enjoyable, with staff who know the stock and offer recommendations without pressure. A solid anchor on the downtown Central Avenue shopping circuit for anyone looking to refresh their wardrobe with something that has actual character.