Atlanta
This throwback streetwear shop dates to 1952 and is said to have the biggest collection of street-smart kicks in town. It's often the first shop in…
Atlanta
This throwback streetwear shop dates to 1952 and is said to have the biggest collection of street-smart kicks in town. It's often the first shop in…
Boulder
Boulder’s prime center for all the gear and specialty shoes you’ll need for running track, street and trail. It even offers video analysis of your running…
The Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf & the Piers
For the prankster in your life, Houdini's stocks all the classic gags – rubber chickens, exploding caps, marked cards, escapable handcuffs – plus…
Los Angeles
You'll find around 700 small-batch and heritage sodas at this family-run grocery store, from botanically brewed British cola to American almond cream soda…
Chicago
Whether you’re hoping to win at bingo, remove a jinx or fall in love, this Greektown store promises to help with its array of candles, incense, love…
Chicago
Koval distills organic, small-batch whiskey and gin in the shiny copper tanks that you see inside. It also makes ginger, jasmine, walnut and other unique…
Atlanta
There is almost nothing this massive, good-time emporium doesn't have. Hebrew alphabet kits? Ouija boards? Paper pinhole cameras? 3-D White House puzzles?…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
When an 'I heart NYC' T-shirt won't cut it, this locally based chain offers hip alternatives. Hooded sweatshirts, silk-screen T-shirts, button-down shirts…
Maryland
Any bookstore with a closet under the stairs labeled 'Harry's Room' is a sure bet in our mind, and this cozy, tightly packed shop doesn't disappoint. You…
Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy
Devoted to children’s and young-adult titles, this wonderful bookstore is a great place to take little ones on a rainy day, especially when a kids’ author…
Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village
Myopic is one of the city’s oldest and largest used bookstores, with stacks upon stacks of tomes (about 70,000 by the shop's count). It rambles through…
North Beach & Chinatown
Detour from reality at Eden & Eden, a Dadaist design boutique where espresso cups give you side-eye, lightning strikes on dresses, shaggy tea cozies make…
Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village
Rack after rack of ‘70s bowling, Hawaiian and western-wear shirts, leather motorcycle jackets, cowboy boots and secondhand jeans (including big-name…
New York City
Looking for a sports jersey? What about a piece of vintage designer clothing? There are many thrift stores in NYC, but few have quite this range. This…
Midcoast Maine
This spacious, secondhand bookshop overlooks the Damariscotta River and is packed with more than 20,000 lovingly perused titles. The collection is…
The Haight & Hayes Valley
Big air and big style are the tip at this SF skateboard outfitter, featuring Western Edition decks designed by local guest artists. Show insider flair as…
Gold Coast
It's all about #housegoals at this super-stylish housewares boutique, beginning with the dreamy Adirondack chair-lined front deck that beckons in…
Nashville
Sure, it's a little out of the way, but if you're a stationery and homeware aficionado, you'll want to hit this place up. Their retail space is also their…
Waikiki
If you realize that your old swimsuit from the mainland just doesn’t measure up to what island folks wear, comb the racks of this locally owned swimwear…
Chicago
Even jaded consumers have to admit this is an amazing-looking Apple store. The all-glass facade looks over the Chicago River flowing directly outside. The…
Los Angeles
One the best-loved consignment stores in LA, known for stocking more unusual retro frocks and outfits. It's hardly surprising since store owner Carmen…
Los Angeles
Mar Vista's weekly Sunday farmers market is one of LA's finest. Fill your bags with quality local fruit and vegetables, artisan breads, pasta, raw honey…
San Francisco
Blow minds with souvenirs that get visitors mistaken for locals. Go from downtown protests in tees featuring the Golden Gate Bridge and the city's…
Nashville
This store is filled top to bottom with gorgeous vintage goods that scream Americana – visitors winding through the warmly lit nooks of the little cabin…
Greater Palm Springs
This temple to Palm Springs style is situated among run-of-the-mill gift shops on busy Palm Canyon Dr. Eye-poppingly colorful mid-century-inspired…
Chicago
You might not know until you see it, but odds are good you'll find something you want in this neighborhood gift shop: snarky greeting cards, ironically…
Aspen
All the outdoor gear you need, plus maps and guidebooks to get you where you want to go. If you're interested in alpine touring (aka AT or 'uphilling')…
Chicago
Sometimes you just need to let the world know how you feel, and the T-Shirt Deli is here to help. Customize tees, onesies, hats and more from a huge…
Chicago
Knee Deep offers a trove of vintage clothing for men and women. Browse the racks past the 1970s feather-print dresses and 1960s Hawaiian-style shirts…
Lorraine Frances Fine Accessories
Nashville
This independent jewelry shop specializes in making old things new – the handmade jewelry incorporates vintage items like coins, locker tags and perfume…
Boston
If you speak Italian, you'll know that Sedurre's thing is sexy and stylish. (It means 'seduce.') The shop started with fine lingerie – beautiful lacy…
The Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf & the Piers
A tiny shop for girly girls with big clothing allowances, Dress draws from leading contemporary designers, such as Diane von Furstenberg and rag & bone,…
South Beach
A great little men's and women's fashion boutique in Sunset Harbour for stylish gear that won't cost a fortune (though the merchandise isn't cheap either)…
The Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf & the Piers
Nothing screams San Francisco quite as much as a new leather outfit – it's what Hillary Clinton wore in SF the first time she spoke publicly after losing…
Philadelphia
Somewhat confusingly, the 3rd Street Gallery is actually located on 2nd St, but that's artists for you – never predictable. They're obviously doing…
Boston
With over 100 jewelers, this historic building is the first stop for many would-be grooms. Some jewelers have retail space on the 1st floor, other less…
New York City
Whether you're into Settlers of Catan or checkers, this community games store has something for you. Besides the large selection of games for sale, $10 …
Boston
You know what you’re getting when you waltz into this denim haven. Offerings from more than 20 designers include tried-and-true favorites and little-known…
Oʻahu
It’s not quite the Ala Moana Center, but this large east-side mall has a noteworthy mix of only-in-Hawaii shops, including Cinnamon Girl clothing boutique…
SoHo & Chinatown
This enormous, three-story Japanese emporium, the company's first location in the US, owes its popularity to good-looking, good-quality apparel at…
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