Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey
One of our favorite shops on Abbot Kinney deals in quality aromatherapy candles, art books, a smattering of boho-chic attire for ladies, fair-trade beach…
Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey
One of our favorite shops on Abbot Kinney deals in quality aromatherapy candles, art books, a smattering of boho-chic attire for ladies, fair-trade beach…
Chicago
The independent Book Cellar is an integral part of the Lincoln Square neighborhood. Local book groups hold their meetings here, and authors do readings…
Philadelphia
Amid all the fancy boutiques and stores of Center City is this upscale thrift store. Bring your hand-me-downs and as long as they're in good condition you…
Chicago
Barneys provides the quintessential Gold Coast shopping experience, with six floors sparkling with mega-high-end designer goods. Up in the penthouse is…
Kansas
A cooperative of Flint Hills artists and artisans working in photography, ceramics, glass, textiles and more. You'll find authentic prairie artworks at…
South Carolina
With shops, restaurants, nightclubs, rides, an aquarium and a giant-screen digital-movie theater, this mini-Disney-like outdoor fun mall is Myrtle Beach's…
Honolulu
Head here to look for rare Hawaii albums. Recently relocated to the hip Salt at Our Kaka‘ako development, you can peruse used and new vinyl and CDs, with…
San Antonio
It's the most accessible megamall in town, and its setting on the River Walk isn't bad at all. Thanks to the cinemas, IMAX theater, comedy club,…
Louisville
A high-end wine shop that sells small-batch wines and bourbons and offers sips of either (or both) to help you decide (or perhaps it muddles the whole…
Providence
Wander Providence's Federal Hill neighborhood and take in the aromas of sausages, peppers and garlic from neighborhood groceries such as Tony’s. Imported…
Seattle
Twice Sold Tales is a cozy den full of very-well-priced used books, stacked haphazardly along narrow aisles. A book ‘happy hour’ 25% discount kicks in…
Key West
This place is well stocked with high-end beauty products, eclectic jewelry, clothing and housewares. Look for decoupage plates and paperweights by John…
Columbia River Gorge
This well-stocked outdoor store has everything you might need for camping, hiking or adventuring in the wilderness – plus a couple of friendly store dogs…
Hilo
Bibliophiles and audiophiles, don't miss this hidden trove of hand-picked secondhand books and LPs. The tiny shop doesn't look like much from outside, but…
Dallas
Located in the Knox-Henderson neighborhood, this eclectically stocked boutique sells everything from quirky ceramic gifts, like a buffalo door light and a…
Moloka'i
Run by local artists, this small shop is packed with arts and crafts. Works in all mediums can be found here; quality ranges from the earnest to the…
Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village
When hip west-side twenty-somethings decide to get steady jobs and start having kids, this is where they outfit the li’l pups. Adorable clothes, classic…
Kailua-Kona
Family owned for nearly four decades, with master-jeweler Flint Carpenter at the helm, this store sells high-quality Hawaiiana bracelets, pendants,…
Iowa
All things 'quilty!' they say here. And indeed this large shop is filled with all sorts of fabrics, tools and patterns to create your own cozy quilt to…
Austin
North of UT, legendary Antone's was founded in 1972 and has a well-respected selection of Austin, Texas and American blues music (with plenty of rare…
Greater Palm Springs
Bargain hunters, make a beeline for dozens of outlet stores: Gap to Gucci, Polo to Prada, Off 5th to Barneys New York. Wear comfortable shoes – this mall…
St Augustine
Used bookstores are always a great thing, and this shop is no exception. The cobbles and stucco of the old town somehow amplify the attractive mustiness…
Kona Coast
Magnificent ipu (gourds) are decoratively carved with Hawaiian imagery and dyed using an ancient method unique to Niʻihau island, knowledge of which had…
Cape Cod
While nautical themed homewares and gifts may not seem too surprising on the Cape, the taste level of the selection at Curiouser & Curiouser sets it apart…
Finger Lakes
Ithaca's farmers market, held at Steamboat Landing, is the region's standout, with some 160 vendors and plenty of eat-on-the-spot items; check the website…
Philadelphia
Typical of the independent retailers found along Manayunk's Main St, this boutique stocks home decor, babywear, stationery, and bath and body products,…
New York City
Is it a gallery, boutique or event space? No matter: inside whimsical Leroy's Place, you'll pose inside art installations, browse gifts from fine jewelry…
Seattle
Magus is a great used-book store, the kind of place where you can literally spend hours getting lost in the crooked, narrow aisles on the hunt for that…
Fairbanks
If you're heading outdoors – and this is Alaska, so you're heading outdoors – Big Ray's is a one-stop shop for any kind of gear you could need, including…
North Coast & Redwoods
Excellent natural food grocery store that caters to every dietary persuasion, including vegan and gluten free. There is also a deli-cum-bakery and a large…
New Hampshire
Of course a town anchored by a prep school and brimming with Revolutionary history is going to have an amazing indie book store. Magazines to mysteries,…
Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy
It’s not just a Steve Miller Band song, it’s also an emporium of horror, costumes and magic. The shelves are packed with wigs, costumes, prop accessories…
Boulder
Iconic images and original show posters from Janis Joplin, Dylan and the Dead make this a rock memorabilia paradise. But it isn’t limited to high-end…
Seattle
Looking for a whoopee cushion? Some plastic bugs to scare a friend? How about a Halloween mask or a joke book? You'll find them all at Archie McPhee, a…
Aspen
The sister to Vail’s cowboy apparel depot, Kemosabe vends the same handmade boots and Stetson hats – steam-shaped to please. Expect friendly faces, a…
Portland
This place is a revelation with its extensive collections of everything from classic rock to straight-up classical. Check the listings of live in-store…
Southeast Alaska
Thrumming with the fishing energy and general pulse of Yakutat is Situk River Fly Shop, where you'll find tackle and other gear, as well as area…
Providence
RISD maintains several fine galleries. A design showcase is risd|works, a shop displaying an assortment of goods (jewelry, photographic prints, flatware,…
Portland
Located to the east in the increasingly hip neighborhood of Montavilla, this women's clothing boutique showcases unique, locally designed and handcrafted…
Philadelphia
Lovers of knickknacks and cute gifts will be in heaven at this showcase for US-based creatives. Art Star stocks a wide range of arts, crafts, stationery…
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