Providence
Craftland is a great place to shop for souvenirs given that its inventory consists of one-of-a-kind finds from over 150 local artists. Ceramics and…
Providence
Craftland is a great place to shop for souvenirs given that its inventory consists of one-of-a-kind finds from over 150 local artists. Ceramics and…
Baltimore
Eclectic indie bookstore with a bar. Look for books with a speculative or sci-fi slant, with tomes from authors such as Tom Robbins, George RR Martin and…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Indulge your inner sci-fi and fantasy nerd with heaps of comics, manga, graphic novels, posters and toys. The products represent everything from Star Wars…
Hilo
Craig Neff, a Native Hawaiian artist, sells aloha wear marked by bold graphics and Hawaiian motifs. While somewhat similar to Sig Zane's prints, Neff's…
Waikiki
Blowsy, breezy feminine fashions are what’s sewn by this mainland designer from LA, whose Waikiki Beach shop is a serious addiction for jet-setting girls…
Taos
Touted as the world's largest selection of Native American drums, just south of town. All are handmade by masters from Taos Pueblo and covered with real…
Hanalei
Like the name suggests, this is an old-fashioned swap meet devoted to (used) surfboards and related equipment. Everything’s laid out on the lawn in front…
Asheville
Beautiful ceramic mugs and plates, made by a collective team of local ceramicists that includes Alex Matisse, the great-grandson of Henri himself. Their…
Seattle
Imagine a brick-and-mortar version of eBay with gear chosen by your ultimate personal shopper. This vintage/used clothes shop is far from being a dumping…
Connecticut
Indy bookstores are back on the rise, and Hickory has stood tall in the local lit scene for six decades. A large store with a huge section dedicated to…
Indianapolis
These self-proclaimed 'purveyors of jewelry, housewares and whatnot' support over 100 small artisan business owners, 33 of which are from the Hoosier…
Chicago
Gramaphone is a favorite of DJs and electronic music fans. It carries a vast selection of new and old, popular and underground house, techno, hip-hop,…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
Williamsburg’s favorite bookstore has community at its heart. The shelves brim with social justice tomes, rad art and intriguing coffee-table books, along…
Honolulu
Across Honolulu and Waikiki, scores of stores sell flip-flops (aka ‘rubbah slippahs’), but nobody else carries such ultra-comfy suede and leather styles –…
Berkeley
This store boasts one of the most voluminous collections of Jewish gifts, souvenirs and general tchotckes (trinkets) anywhere. Need something religious,…
New Hampshire
This bright and boxy bookstore is an inviting addition to Elm St, with author events, a children's story time (11:15am Saturday) and a cafe that serves…
Absolute Vinyl Records & Stereo
Boulder
Every town needs a temple to vinyl, a place where chilled-out clerks wipe down wax on Sunday afternoons while listening to classic Memphis blues. Young…
Honolulu
Ignore the name of this open-front store – what you're really here for is displayed in proliferation across the front: bonsai! Hundreds of the miniature…
Philadelphia
In 2016 this small business making stylish linen and leather goods shifted base from Boston to Philly and hasn't looked back. As well as its own…
Oakland
McMullen is a mainstay of the Oakland fashion scene, boasting labels like Hozen, Clyde, Staud and Ulla Johnson. The selection of shoes, bags, dresses,…
Hoʻoulu Community Farmers Market
Kona Coast
Unlike the touristy Kailua-Kona farmers market selling knickknacks from who-knows-where, this weekly event focuses on small-scale farm and fishing bounty,…
Chicago
Old ironing boards serve as display tables, and tape measures, scissors and other designers’ tools hang from vintage hooks. You get that crafting feeling…
Upper West Side & Central Park
A great place to pick up a gift for that little someone special, no matter their age. In stock are lots of hands-on activities and fun educational games,…
Atlanta
This eco-driven mom-and-pop-run gift shop is full of coveted stuff: vegan wallets from Matt & Nat, Tokens & Icons wine openers fashioned from recycled…
Honolulu
This tiny mom-and-pop candy store in Kaimuki vends overflowing glass jars of made-from-scratch crack seed, plus addictive frozen slushies spiked with li…
Miami
Your one-stop shop for spiritual and metaphysical needs, this shop has books, cards and components for those interested in Zen, Buddhism, Hinduism, Wicca,…
Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey
Art, gifts and gifts that are art are the jam here. Artist-designed, one-of-a-kind trophies, snow globes with the F-word inside, handmade boxes that look…
Portland
This quirky wine shop pairs its products with rock songs, astrological signs and various moods (as well as more conventional food pairings). Most of the…
Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey
Coastal-chic hoodies, tees and blankets, even guitar picks come emblazoned with the signature stripes of yellow, orange and red. Behind the store is an…
Philadelphia
Exhibitions change every six weeks or so at this long-running gallery specializing in contemporary painting and sculpture by both local and international…
South Beach
This attractive shop, carrying mostly men's wear, on Lincoln Rd has lots of stylish gear for a wardrobe update. Herschel bags, high-tech outerwear by…
Asheville
This small shop focuses on local and ethically sourced products. You'll find work from more than 70 regional artists and some funky Asheville souvenirs…
Honolulu
This store is like a gold mine for those interested in Japanese sake. Oʻahu’s only dedicated sake shop, you’ll find everything associated with rice wine…
Boulder
Set smack dab in the middle of the Pearl Street Mall, this is where to head for the comfortable kinds of footwear that are staples in earthy Bouldertown…
The Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf & the Piers
Founded in San Francisco by twin sisters, Benefit offers memorably named makeup – Brow Zings, Ooh La Lift – that draws a cult following. They also offer…
Santa Fe
Essential pieces of Southwest decor – albeit largely imported from Mexico – can all be yours at this sprawling shop. Start with a cow skull like the ones…
Chicago
Pop into this branch of the Asian grocery store chain when the urge strikes for fresh squid, fish balls, roasted chestnuts, banana chips or green tea Kit…
Mississippi
In business more than 100 years, Reed's is a downtown anchor that sprawls across most of a city block – just be aware that most of the different…
Waikiki
This high-end gallery sells original paintings, gyotaku fish prints (rubbings of freshly caught fish), handcrafted jewelry, glassware, pottery and…
Mississippi
This hip little gallery in a photogenic shotgun shack is the town's current media darling. How best to describe it? Well, we can't quite say. Just pop in…
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