Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village
Stacks and racks of premium denim fill this roomy shop, which feels a bit like a country store, albeit one stocked with leather boots, fashionable women's…
Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village
Stacks and racks of premium denim fill this roomy shop, which feels a bit like a country store, albeit one stocked with leather boots, fashionable women's…
Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey
This local maker started out with snowboards and has since branched out to skateboards, the outfits that go with them (using materials such as bamboo and…
SoHo & Chinatown
The brainchild of a former Martha Stewart Living editor, Purl is a colorful library of fabric and yarn that feels like an in-person Etsy boutique, with…
Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village
You can buy, sell or trade your duds at this well-regarded secondhand clothing shop for men and women. Part of a national chain, the Wicker Park outpost…
Aleutian Islands
This warehouse-like store is like a remote outpost of Costco with a few unique extras. The Deadliest Catch hoodies make a good only-in–Dutch Harbor…
Washington, DC
On weekends an outdoor flea market sets up on a two-block stretch of 7th St SE, adjacent to Eastern Market. Vendors sell all kinds of cool art, antiques,…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Founded by two sisters, this cute card shop specializes in wedding announcements and other specially made letterpress endeavors, so skip the stock…
Hilo
Hilo's largest shopping mall includes mid-level chain retailers such as Macy's, Old Navy and American Eagle. Also find a multiplex, restaurants, indoor…
Connecticut
Main St closes down in summer for the Chester Sunday Market, a weekly town-wide farmers market hawking produce, meats, cheeses and breads from small-scale…
Philadelphia
Get your inner Japanophile on with this shop that embraces the concept of zakka – stocking all things that might make life a little better. Fashion items,…
Miami
In upscale Coral Gables, the Village of Merrick Park is a great place to while away a few hours (and not a few dollars). It has dozens of appealing shops,…
Philadelphia
This chic womens-wear boutique offers a role call of designers from Comme des Garçon to Rick Owens. Credit card be damned, put yourself in the hands of…
Portland
You can feel good about shopping at this community bicycle shop, which has a series of programs and classes to help cyclists – especially kids – become…
Boston
You never know what you will find at this sweet boutique, but it’s bound to be good. The little shop carries a wonderful, eclectic assortment of jewelry…
Oakland
We love stores with a niche, and Umami Mart has one very well covered: Japanese barware, kitchenware and related home decor. Look: if you're gonna serve…
Boulder
No question, Pearl St has its fair share of kitschy souvenir shops but Jackalope has the best variety – you'll find everything from T-shirts and hats to…
Sedona
This forward-thinking store offers an 'energy cafe,' online resources such as a trail finder and 'Grand Canyon Planning Station,' gear and maps. You'll…
Denver
Peeking at the price tags of boots hand-tooled with skull and crossbones, it’s quickly evident that this store is not for your workaday cowpoke, but the…
Kailua
Expensive but utterly delicious handmade chocolate gets processed from cacao bean to foil-wrapped bar inside this workshop. Sample the goat's-milk,…
Washington, DC
Three creaky floors are stuffed with secondhand literature and nonfiction, including one of the best secondhand political and history collections in the…
Oakland
These two pedestrian-friendly alleyways run by buildings located inside former horse stalls dating from the early 20th century, when horse-drawn trolleys…
Birmingham
This excellent record shop is one of the better vinyl outlets in the South, boasting a thoughtfully curated selection of music from a staff that can be…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
A more flamboyant vintage shopping experience than most, browsing 1926 is like raiding the closet of a sequin-loving great aunt. Expect rad items from the…
Waikiki
Named after the bay of monster waves off Maui’s northern shore where brave surfers prove their worth, this Oʻahu outpost of the Maui surfwear shop sells…
Cape Cod
Forget small antique shops with clean displays: at the Antiques Center of Cape Cod you'll find multiple buildings stuffed to bursting with the booths of…
Boston
With a large choice of wines packed into a small space, this is a delightful place to browse. The owners are enthusiastic about educating their customers,…
Miami
This cluttered little upstairs store is a fun place to browse, with all manner of eye-catching and collectible Americana. You'll find comic books, records…
Washington, DC
The Dupont Circle Market teems with locals on Sunday morning buying fresh breads, cheeses, produce, dumplings, eggs, coffee, spirits and beers. It’s part…
Santa Barbara
Carries high-fashion, Euro-inspired designs, with a touch of funky California soul thrown in for good measure. Think Humanoid dresses, Rag & Bone skinny…
Walt Disney World
Design a personalized My Little Pony, build your own light saber and create your own tiara at one of the best toy stores anywhere. You'll find old-school…
Washington, DC
Also known as the best little design store in Dupont, Tabletop is evidence that DC is a lot more stylish than some give it credit for. The whimsical…
Washington, DC
Crafty types and jewelry lovers should not miss this specialty shop, which carries all things small and stringable. The selection from around the world…
Dallas
The Galleria defined Dallas and conspicuous consumption in the 1980s and 1990s. Its main anchors include Nordstrom, Macy's and Belk, as well as an iconic…
Hanalei
The original outlet of what’s become a Hawaii-wide chain, this cheery shop is bursting with reproduction signage, gift books, beauty products, tableware…
Yellowstone National Park
Rent bear-spray canisters ($50 deposit) from this booth outside Canyon Visitor Education Center and return them at one of the five Sinclair gas stations…
Atlanta
Head here for some of the freshest street wear in the city: Amiri jackets, NikeLab kicks, Balmain hoodies and Maison Margiela jeans. These are often four…
Philadelphia
What to do when you're not happy with the messenger bags available? Design your own was the solution of R E Load's founders Ronnie and Ellie. Check out…
Yosemite National Park
Offers the valley’s best selection of camping, mountaineering and backpacking supplies and is the home of the Yosemite Mountaineering School. It’s also…
Savannah
There are plenty of great souvenirs to be found in Savannah, but we think you should snag an opulent chandelier or a Russian egg or some cool '70s cups or…
Hanalei
This rustic yet stylish wood-floored boutique deals in Nick Fouget hats, one-of-a-kind sport coats, jeans, and all sorts of linen clothing, drapery and…
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