Must-see shopping in The USA

  • Craftland

    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…

  • Atomic Books

    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…

  • Forbidden Planet

    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…

  • Hawaiian Force

    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…

  • Muse Hawaii

    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 Drums

    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…

  • Water Sports Swap Meet

    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…

  • East Fork Pottery

    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…

  • Revival

    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…

  • Hickory Stick Bookshop

    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…

  • Silver in the City

    Indianapolis

    These self-proclaimed 'purveyors of jewelry, housewares and whatnot' support over 100 small artisan business owners, 33 of which are from the Hoosier…

  • Gramaphone Records

    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,…

  • Spoonbill & Sugartown

    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…

  • Island Slipper

    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 –…

  • Afikomen Judaica

    Berkeley

    This store boasts one of the most voluminous collections of Jewish gifts, souvenirs and general tchotckes (trinkets) anywhere. Need something religious,…

  • Bookery

    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…

  • Flowers By Jr Lou & T

    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…

  • rennes

    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…

  • McMullen

    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,…

  • Wolfbait & B-girls

    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…

  • West Side Kids

    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,…

  • Eco Denizen

    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…

  • Kaimukī Crack Seed Store

    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…

  • Celestial Treasures

    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,…

  • Salt

    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…

  • Pairings

    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…

  • Aviator Nation

    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…

  • Locks Gallery

    Philadelphia

    Exhibitions change every six weeks or so at this long-running gallery specializing in contemporary painting and sculpture by both local and international…

  • Base

    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 Emporium

    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…

  • Sake Shop

    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…

  • Pedestrian Shops

    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…

  • Benefit

    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…

  • Jackalope

    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…

  • H Mart

    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…

  • Reed's Department Store

    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…

  • Nohea Gallery

    Waikiki

    This high-end gallery sells original paintings, gyotaku fish prints (rubbings of freshly caught fish), handcrafted jewelry, glassware, pottery and…

  • Smith & Lens

    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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