Must-see shopping in Southern USA

  • Meyer the Hatter

    New Orleans

    This cluttered shop a half-block from Canal St has a truly astounding inventory of world-class hats. Biltmore, Dobbs and Stetson are just a few of the…

  • Page & Palette

    Alabama

    This nicely put together independent bookstore has an attached cafe and curated selection of titles that includes a large regional author section, plus…

  • Anton Haardt Gallery

    New Orleans

    The bold, expressive work of outsider and folk art (produced by those with no formal arts education) is an aesthetic that seems to particularly fit funky,…

  • Feed Mill

    Tennessee

    The Amish: artisanal before artisanal was hip. The shop inside this well-worn former feed mill in Nolensville sells jam, honey, Amish noodles, and pies…

  • Stifft Station Gifts and Sundries

    Arkansas

    We need more stores in this world that add '...and sundries' to the title – it just sounds good. Stifft specializes in Arkansas-made or-themed stuff:…

  • Butchertown Market

    Louisville

    This converted slaughterhouse complex that's been turned into a grab bag of quirky, cute and artsy boutiques is a zoo of desirables. Whether it's funky…

  • RHINO

    New Orleans

    This cool gallery is run by a nonprofit that gathers some of the city's most talented artists and craftspeople. The artists participate in arts education…

  • Fantasy Island Toys

    Alabama

    Honestly, it's tough out there for independent toy shops, but you wouldn't know it at Fantasy Island, which carries enough stock to satisfy a thousand…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 32 Flavors Boutique

    Charlotte

    If you’re shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts, head to this small boutique. The real standout amid its carefully curated selection of locally made craftwork…

  • Museum Shop at High Museum of Art

    Atlanta

    You don't need a museum ticket to access the great museum shop at High Museum of Art, and parking for the first 30 minutes is free. You'll find high-end,…

  • Edmund's Oast Exchange

    Charleston

    Formerly known as Charleston Beer Exchange, this beer and wine retail store opened near its parent brewery in 2017. The two-story space has more than 1000…

  • Cole Pratt Gallery

    New Orleans

    This fine-art gallery showcases the work of 42 contemporary Gulf Coast and Southern artists. The works here include Susan Downing-White’s Gulf Coast…

  • Seasick Records

    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…

  • A Ma Maniére

    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…

  • Habersham Antiques Market

    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…

  • Hot Chocolatier

    Chattanooga

    If you happen to visit on Valentine's Day, you'll see folks lining up to buy chocolate truffles and bonbons here. (Smart move!) The chocolate-covered…

  • Abbadabba’s

    Atlanta

    When you head to a shoe shop in the bohemian-hipster-punk nexus that is Little Five Points, you're not expecting calf-skin loafers – and you're not…

  • Old Wilmington City Market

    Coastal North Carolina

    Find local crafts, art and jewelry at stalls and in permanent shops under this impressive historic structure, with 14ft ceilings and a glass skylight…

  • Taste

    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…

  • Broadway at the Beach

    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…

  • Little Green Store & Gallery

    Alabama

    This well-curated business lives up to its Instagramable aesthetic of gift shop with a gallery vibe. Local artwork, pottery, jewelery, glassware and arts…

  • Marathon Village

    Nashville

    Home to the short-lived Marathon motorcar factory in the early 1900s, this red-brick warehouse now houses an intriguing line-up of indie shops,…

  • Lynchburg Hardware General Store

    Tennessee

    The Jack Daniel's Distillery itself sells no memorabilia, so if you want some Old No 7 trinkets, visit the Lynchburg Hardware General Store, which is…

  • HomeGrown

    Atlanta

    Locally rooted Homegrown is true to its name: up to 90% of the candles, hipster T-shirts, art prints, turned-wood bowls, natural cosmetics and other fun…

  • Home Malone

    New Orleans

    You won't find Macaulay Culkin or improvised booby traps here, but this lovely shop is packed with bath bombs, New Orleans-ish home decor and local…

  • Goner Records

    Memphis

    A record label and vinyl store in the Cooper-Young neighborhood, Goner has a coin-operated Elvis Impersonator Shrine (they don't want to get into trouble…

  • Malaprop's Bookstore & Cafe

    Asheville

    Downtown’s best-loved new bookstore is cherished locally for its expert staff, who maintain a carefully curated selection of regional fiction and…

  • Stonefree

    New Orleans

    This hip little boutique feels plucked out of Magazine St – or Brooklyn for that matter. Fun spangly dresses and styles that comfortably juke between…

  • Books Along the Teche

    Cajun Country

    Books Along the Teche is a rare breed, a cool, successful independent bookstore thriving in a small town. It provides a funky spot for lit lovers living –…

  • Jimmy Peach

    Georgia

    Upcycled baseball-glove wallets, handmade leather goods, artwork by local artists and all sorts of vintage swag highlight this cool shop on Broad St. Its…

  • Keife & Co

    New Orleans

    This chic little gastronomic boutique is packed with fancy charcuterie, teas, caviar, condiments, wines, spirits and all the other ingredients of an…

  • Crafted

    Atlanta

    Featuring Atlanta-centric arts and crafts from local designers, Crafted is a great spot to pick up fun art, clever sloganed tea towels and pillows, hip T…

  • Neilson's

    Mississippi

    Did you forget to pack a key item of clothing? An accessory? Or maybe some make-up? See if you can find it at this department store on the Square – it's…

  • Clutter

    Savannah

    You may not be able to buy a townhouse here, but you can outfit your home like a Savannah mansion. Start by purchasing the perfect Savannah bedroom at…

  • Byrd Cookie Company

    Savannah

    A souvenir bowl of shrimp and grits won't keep on the way home, but a tin of Savannah's favorite cookies will. We love the classic chocolate-chip, key…

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