Must-see shopping in Texas

  • Retro Cowboy

    Fort Worth

    Cool cowboy-themed stuff that screams 'perfect Fort Worth souvenir!' Look hard and you'll find the elusive jackalope.

  • New Bohemia

    Austin

    When it comes to retro thrift shops, New Bohemia is the place to look for vintage jewelry and clothing.

  • Silverlust Fine Jewelry

    Houston

    Custom designs and fabulous service are the hallmarks of this indie shop in the heart of Montrose.

  • Kaboom Books

    Houston

    Everything a great neighborhood bookstore should be is exemplified by this Heights gem.

  • Yard Dog

    Austin

    Stop into this small but scrappy gallery that focuses on folk and outsider art.

  • Papa Jim's Botanica

    San Antonio

    Embracing more than a couple of belief systems, Papa Jim's Botanica offers help from above or help from the beyond for a wide variety of problems. It's…

  • Market Square

    San Antonio

    A little bit of Mexico in downtown San Antonio, Market Square is a fair approximation of a trip south of the border, with Mexican food, mariachi bands and…

  • Whoopee Bowl

    El Paso

    This isn't the kind of antique store where you find Chippendale furniture or a rare Fabergé egg. It's the kind of place where you pull up your Dodge Ram…

  • Galleria

    Houston

    The sprawling Galleria is Texas' biggest indoor shopping center, with 2.4 million sq ft, over 400 stores, 30 restaurants, two hotels and an ice-skating…

  • Alamo Quarry Market

    San Antonio

    Making fine use of an old 19th-century cement plant, this outdoor mall has plenty of top-brand stores, a multiplex cinema and restaurants. A few Austin…

  • Paradigm Texas

    El Paso

    The home decor, accessories and gifts at this thoughtfully curated shop have impeccable style, but the offerings tend to share a sense of fun that keeps…

  • Hogwild Records

    San Antonio

    Featuring an expert selection of vinyl, Hogwild also sells tapes and CDs. If you're after alt-country, punk zines or rare drum 'n' bass records, this…

  • Galleria

    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…

  • Rivercenter Mall

    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,…

  • Nest

    Dallas

    Located in the Knox-Henderson neighborhood, this eclectically stocked boutique sells everything from quirky ceramic gifts, like a buffalo door light and a…

  • Antone's Records

    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…

  • Amelia's Retrovogue & Relics

    Austin

    Austin's queen of vintage high fashion, Amelia's brings together Vogue-worthy dresses, retro '50s bathing suits and other old-school glamour for both men…

  • Amelia's Retrovogue & Relics

    Austin

    Austin's queen of vintage high fashion, Amelia's brings together Vogue-worthy dresses, retro '50s bathing suits and other old-school glamour for both men…

  • El Paso Connection

    El Paso

    This sprawling place east of town is made up of several showrooms and warehouses crowded with antique and imported goods, such as lampshades made from…

  • Nine Lives Affordable Books

    San Antonio

    This large and broadly stocked used book store is located in the Village at the Summit strip mall off the NW I-410 loop. Stop here to buy books on the way…

  • B4

    Dallas

    Amidst all the funk of Deep Ellum, this store stands out for the kind of old toys, lunch boxes and memorabilia that make people weak-kneed with nostalgia…

  • CD Exchange

    San Antonio

    This reliable chain music store has lots of cheap secondhand CDs, DVDs and videotapes in all genres. Call for other locations around San Antonio; this one…

  • Buffalo Exchange

    Austin

    The Austin branch of this nationwide used-clothing chain has an impressive selection of vintage clothes and shoes for men and women, including Texas…

  • Competition Music

    Fort Worth

    If Fort Worth's incredible music scene has you thinking you want to join in, this is the shop to get gear. It's one of the region's best indie dealers of…

  • University Co-op

    Austin

    Stock up on souvenirs sporting the Longhorn logo at this store brimming with school spirit. It's amazing the sheer quantity of objects that come in burnt…

  • Cactus Music

    Houston

    Off Richmond Ave in Upper Kirby, Houston's original indie-music store pleases hippies, punks and country kids alike. There are occasional performances in…

  • Rocket Fizz

    Dallas

    In Deep Ellum, a kaleidoscopic and encyclopedic selection of vintage and contemporary candies and sodas, perfect for kids or ironically disposed…

  • Gypsy Wagon

    Dallas

    High end boutique in Knox-Henderson selling handmade woman's clothing, accessories and boots with a southwest flavor. Many are self-consciously eco…

  • Buffalo Exchange

    Houston

    Houston's outlet of the nationwide chain of selective buy-sell-trade clothing stores is in chic Montrose digs. Yes, they're picky, and that's a good thing.

  • Y'Alls Texas Store

    Houston

    For bluebonnet-covered, Texasy souvenirs, check out the collection of stuff in this vintage store in the heart of the town of Spring, north of Houston.

  • Arboretum

    Austin

    About 20 minutes northwest of downtown, the Arboretum is a parklike collection of mall stalwarts, including Barnes & Noble, Gap and Pottery Barn.

  • Tony Lama Factory Store

    El Paso

    A local outlet center for classic cowboy and Western footwear off the I-10, with everything from work boots to fancy going-dancing boots.

  • Froggie's 5 & 10

    Dallas

    Kids will adore this old-fashioned uptown toy store with a smart-alecky edge: wash-off tattoos, retro candy, books and silly stuff.

  • David Dike Fine Art

    Dallas

    A long-established gallery that reps some of the best Texas painters of the last 100 years. An anchor of the uptown arts scene.

  • Central Market

    Houston

    Stock up on well-priced organic and incredibly varied fresh produce at this upscale Texas grocer. Many foods are ready to eat.

  • Cielo Vista Mall

    El Paso

    Cielo Vista Mall is located off I-10 on El Paso's east side. Shops include Apple, Banana Republic, H&M and Michael Kors.

  • Artisan's Collective

    Dallas

    Popular Bishop Arts District outlet for over 150 local artisans. From paintings to sculpture to crafts to jewelry and more.

  • Toy Joy

    Austin

    This colorful toy store for grown-ups and big kids is an exuberant repository that's packed floor to ceiling with fun.

  • Half Price Books

    San Antonio

    A broad selection of excellent new and used books. Other locations include 11255 Huebner Rd and 125 NW Loop 410.

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