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Brownes & Co Apothecary
This casually chic shop has the best selection of soaps, cosmetics and beauty and skin products from around the world, from labels including Acca Kappa, Agent Provocateur, Bliss, Bumble & Bumble and Dr Hauschka. There are enough lotions and ointments around to make a dead cat smell pretty.
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C. Madeleine's
The undisputed queen of vintage Miami, C. Madeleine is more than your standard used-clothes write off. This is a serious temple to classical style, selling Yves Saint Laurent couture and classic Chanel suits. Come here for the sort of timeless looks that are as beautiful now as they were when they first appeared on the rack.
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Capricho Shoes
Rafe. Marc Jacobs. Sergio Rossi. If these names mean anything to you, you'll probably be in accessorized heaven here. If not, you can go back to playing Xbox and ignoring your girlfriend.
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Claudia N
This is the spot to deck yourself out in Miami-style jewelry: blingy, Scarface -showy pieces that let everyone know you've got it, and by God you will flaunt it. Think iced-out Hello Kitty watches (seriously).
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Club Monaco
The chain boutique has slick and affordable streetwear with an understated European vibe for both men and women.
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Cocowalk
In the heart of a formerly charming neighborhood, this open-air mall has a Gap, Victoria's Secret, Banana Republic and all the other usual suspects - plus a 16-screen AMC movie theater.
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Cocowalk & Streets Of Mayfair
Credited for reviving Coconut Grove in the 1990s, this pair of alfresco malls of ubiquitous chain stores is perhaps (and inexplicably) the Grove's biggest tourist draw. See them for yourself if you must, but it's just the usual suspects.
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Compass Market
Think useful things: this basement market is packed with anything you'd ever need while on a relaxing beach vacation. Cheap sandals, umbrellas, deli items, cigars, wine and newspapers - if you forgot to pack it, they have it here.
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Condom-Usa
It's easy to laugh at this place, but Condom-USA does a great job of promoting sexual health initiatives, education and frank discussion of some of the major health issues of our time. Plus, they've got Motion Lotion.
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Crimson Carbon
Not only will you be hot after emerging from CC, you'll feel better about your place in the Circle of Life. The bubble shorts, California-style dresses and other chic standards this store sells are often organic, chemical-free and eco-friendly. CC carries Carilyn Vaile's green label, made from raw bamboo, and Mad Imports, which sources its accessories from a Madagascar co-op.
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Dadeland Mall
Dadeland's packed with 175 stores, including Lord & Taylor, Saks Fifth Ave, a two-story Express and the unexpectedly cool Arango, a local, independent homewares store.
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Daszign New York
This boutique is hot, bursting with labels including Rebecca Taylor, Juicy Couture, 2 B Free, and denim from Seven, Paper Denim & Cloth, Joe's, Hudson and more. Unique accessories and footwear from New York designers are also on display.
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Deco Denim
For basic casualwear, this is your place, especially if you're looking to pick up some classic American Levi's in any form - from 501 button fly and super-low 518s to boot cuts and cargo pants.
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Deco Drive Cigars
Should you need to risk mouth cancer with a 'vacation cigar', why not do so imitating all the local skinny-minnie models who love a fine Churchill with their martini-and-salad.
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Delicias De Espana
Delicias indeed, this cozy deli has the feel of a Barcelona corner market and the produce of God on High: Iberico ham, Iberian olives, quality olive oil and the cheeses and chorizos that make life worth living.
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Desiree Nercessian
We're still not sure how to pronounce the name of this place, but we do know it sells lovely beachwear that gets you noticed without sacrificing your dignity, and for that matter, your wallet.
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Do Re Mi Music Center
It's Latin music in all forms - CDs, vinyl, cassettes and even a range of instruments for you to bust out on. Staff are very helpful with those tourists who don't know their samba from their salsa.
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Dolphin Mall
This mall boasts Saks Fifth Ave, Marshall's Megastore, Mikasa, BCBG and Burlington Coat Factory, plus a 28-screen cinema, huge food court, rollercoaster and a bowling alley.
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El Aguila Vidente
Hey, botanicas can have variety. El Aguila doesn't do vodou , but it does cater to local Santeria worshipers with a nice assortment of Afro-Cuban magic recipes, tarot cards and religious icons for the discerning santero .
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El Crédito Cigars
In one of the most popular cigar stores in Miami, and one of the oldest in Florida, you'll be treated as an old member of the stogie-chomping boy's club.
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En Avance
Want your shopping to be as chic as your nightclubbing? Then head here, where you'll be greeted by a velvet rope and a hot collection of high fashion once inside. The friendly staff will help you negotiate through the Rebecca Taylor, Juicy Couture, Tse and more. You'll also find Defile makeup and even designer styles for infants. Don't be surprised if you rub elbows with a celeb or two.
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Epicure Market
Whether you have cooking facilities in your inn or just want to shop for a fancy beach picnic, this is the place. You'll find an outstanding array of fresh produce, sinful baked goods, fresh flowers, premade meals (including matzo-ball soup, lasagna and salads), imported treats such as jams and tapenades, and an excellent selection of fine global wines.
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Española Way Art Center
There are three levels of studios here, plus excellent original work and prints for sale, all by local artists.
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Española Way Promenade
Española Way is an 'authentic' Spanish promenade, in the Florida theme park spirit of authenticity. Whatever; it's a lovely, terracotta and cobbled arcade of rose pink and Spanish creamy architecture, perfect for art browsing (its original purpose was as an arts colony in the 1920s), window-shopping, people-watching and café sippin'. A craft market operates here on weekend afternoons.
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Fye Music
FYE is sort of the Virgin Records of Miami: loud, ubiquitous and enormous. This two-story location has a café, lots of listening booths and a so-so selection of CDs, DVDs and videos that leans toward the mainstream.
