Must-see shopping in Americas

  • Hanalei Strings

    Hanalei

    This long-established, always welcoming shop channels two passions: music and knitting. Alongside a wide range of guitars and ukuleles from concert size…

  • Screaming Mimis

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    If you dig vintage, designer and rare threads, or flamboyant costumes, you may just scream, too. This funtastic shop carries an excellent selection of…

  • Louisiana Music Factory

    Faubourg Marigny & Bywater

    Here’s your first stop if you’re looking for music. The selection of new and used CDs delves deep into the musical culture of New Orleans and Louisiana,…

  • Isotope

    The Haight & Hayes Valley

    Toilet seats signed by famous cartoonists over the front counter show just how seriously Isotope takes comics. Newbies tentatively flip through superhero…

  • Wander North Georgia

    North Georgia

    What started as an outdoorsy mountain blog and Instagram page has turned into one of Georgia's coolest start-ups. The fantastic T-shirts are the main…

  • Kiriko Made

    Old Town-Chinatown

    For truly one-of-a-kind gifts that also tick the sustainable box, turn to this atelier and boutique that creates clothing, accessories and home goods from…

  • Cliff's Variety

    San Francisco

    None of the hardware maestros at Cliff's will raise an eyebrow if you express a dire need for a jar of rubber nuns, some silver body paint, and a case of…

  • Waipiʻo Valley Artworks

    Hamakua Coast

    This inviting little shop wears many hats. Browse the handmade koa (Hawaiian timber) pieces, from extraordinary milo rocking chairs (got a spare $4000 to …

  • Sui Generis Illa

    The Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf & the Piers

    Sui generis is Latin for 'one of a kind' – which is what you'll find at this high-end designer consignment shop that features recent seasons' looks, one…

  • Halifax Seaport Farmers Market

    Halifax

    Although it has operated in several locations since its inception in 1750, what's now known as the Halifax Seaport Farmers Market (in its present location…

  • Keshi

    Santa Fe

    If you don't have the opportunity to visit the Zuni Pueblo, you'll at least want to visit this exquisite gallery. Specializing in Zuni fetishes (tiny…

  • Charlie's Corner

    San Francisco

    For Castro kids, the biggest neighborhood attraction is over the hill at Charlie's Corner, a storybook world where kids are invited to read, draw and sing…

  • Nancy Boy

    The Haight & Hayes Valley

    All you closet pomaders and after-sun balmers: wear those potions with pride, without feeling like the dupe of some cosmetics conglomerate. Clever Nancy…

  • East Coast Glow

    Eastern Newfoundland

    Locally made cosmetics are a cornerstone of the travel souvenir industry, and they're usually pretty forgettable. Not the stuff sold at East Coast Glow…

  • Lovegrove Gallery

    Southwest Gulf Coast

    If Matlacha is unexpectedly groovy for such a sun-faded fishing village, you can thank artist Leoma Lovegrove. Her gallery has transformed a fishing shack…

  • Sunbeam Vintage

    Los Angeles

    Nirvana for fans of mid-century-modern design, Sunbean Vintage stocks an utterly fabulous collection of retro furniture and homewares. Dive in for…

  • Estudio de Arte Samuel Lind

    San Juan

    This studio showcases the spectacular artwork of Samuel Lind, a master artist whose work is inspired by the culture and natural beauty of Loíza. Lind…

  • Reformation

    West Hollywood & Mid-City

    Here's classic, retro-inspired, fashionable women's wear that's eco-conscious without the granola. It does it by using pre-existing materials, which means…

  • Local Take

    San Francisco

    Take in the local scenery at Local Take, a gallery of original SF souvenirs made and designed by locals. Bring home your very own Castro landmark – like a…

  • Galeria Atotonilco

    San Miguel de Allende

    This superb collection of Mexican handicrafts has been expertly collected and curated by an American couple who scour the country on regular trips to make…

  • La Nougaterie Québec

    Québec

    One of our favorite économusées (workshops) to visit on the island, the nougatiers here take egg whites, honey and/or sugar, throw in locally sourced…

  • Maine Craft

    Portland

    Past the clever title of this shop is an excellent retail and arts space, showcasing the best of the state's contemporary crafts and maker movement. You…

  • Last Bookstore in Los Angeles

    Downtown Los Angeles & Boyle Heights

    What started as a one-man storefront is now California's largest new-and-used bookstore, and a sight to behold spanning two levels of an old bank building…

  • Soko Hardware

    Japantown, Fillmore & Pacific Heights

    A Japantown go-to since 1925, Soko has an exceptional selection of hard-to-find housewares, from hot-water ladles for Japanese baths to properly tuned…

  • JA Moisan Épicier

    Québec City

    Established in 1871, this charming store bills itself as North America's oldest grocery. It's a browser's dream come true, packed with beautifully…

  • Feira Hippie

    Belo Horizonte

    A Belo Horizonte classic, this Sunday street fair attracts massive crowds searching for clothing, jewelry, street food and more. Located between Rua da…

  • Dark Carnival

    Berkeley

    Rumor has it this is the oldest science-fiction, fantasy and horror bookstore in the country. Whether true or not, those who love this sort of genre of…

  • Prairie Edge

    Black Hills

    This labyrinthine three-story shop has a truly mesmerizing collection of art, furniture and home goods made by members of the Northern Plains tribes. You…

  • SecondLine Art & Antiques

    French Quarter

    Get unique crafts, art, antiques and souvenirs at this co-op, which includes an indoor gallery space and a courtyard night market outside. Meet the…

  • The Knickknackery

    Hilo

    Keliʻi Wilson, the Hilo-born shopkeeper, is a true collector. Among his hand-picked gems, you might find a 1950s koa (Hawaiian timber) dresser, a vintage…

  • Chicago Comics

    Chicago

    This emporium is frequently cited as one of the nation's best comic-book stores. Old Marvel Superman back issues share shelf space with hand-drawn works…

  • Fayetteville’s Funky Yardsale

    Fayetteville

    The South has more eccentrics than some people may assume, and a shop like Fayetteville’s Funky Yardsale is evidence of these idiosyncratic individuals…

  • Lucca Great Finds

    Ballard & Discovery Park

    One of the best things about this Ballard boutique is that it offers two shopping experiences: in the front is a chic PNW-themed homewares store that will…

  • Bo Bridges Gallery

    South Bay Beaches

    Bridges made his name as a surf photographer then branched into general sport, commercial and pop-art work. Check out dramatic shots of glacier surfers in…

  • Elementos Argentinos

    Palermo

    The high-quality carpets, rugs and blankets sold here are hand-dyed, hand-woven on a loom and fair trade; the owners work with cooperatives and NGOs to…

  • Centinela Traditional Arts

    Santa Fe Region

    This part-studio, part-cooperative gallery is run by seventh-generation weaver Irvin Trujillo and his wife Lisa. Irvin's work is displayed at the…

  • Fundação Almerinda Malaquias

    Amazonas

    The shop for this local foundation, set up to help local community projects, has an excellent choice of mostly wooden crafts, from carved animals and…

  • ATYS

    The Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf & the Piers

    Tucked in a courtyard, this design showcase is like a museum store for exceptional, artistic household items – to wit, a mirrored coat rack, a…

  • Laundry

    Old Town-Chinatown

    In a city that's chock-full of great secondhand shopping, Laundry offers something unique. Specializing in premium vintage streetwear and sports apparel,…