Must-see shopping in Nashville

  • Hatch Show Print

    Downtown & the Gulch

    One of the oldest letterpress print shops in the USA, Hatch has been using old-school, hand-cut blocks to print its bright, iconic posters since…

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    Third Man Records

    Downtown & the Gulch

    In a still-industrial slice of downtown you'll find Jack White's boutique record label, shop and novelty lounge, complete with its own lathe and live…

  • OAK Nashville

    Nashville

    Get ready to spend an hour browsing this small but well-stocked store, a great place to find gifts for friends, family and, well, yourself. OAK stands for…

  • Gruhn Guitars

    Nashville

    This renowned vintage-instrument store has been serving the Nashville community since 1970. The expert staff and amazing inventory attract musicians of…

  • Able

    Nashville

    Stunning leather products and simple, elegant fashions are highlights in the flagship store of this sustainable fashion label. Able was started by Barrett…

  • Fanny's House of Music

    East Nashville

    At this welcoming bungalow of music, the down-to-earth staff is eager to help you find your next vintage guitar, banjo or ukulele. Have some musical chops…

  • Gas Lamp Antiques

    Nashville

    It's easy to get turned around in this sprawling antique mall, home to 160 spaces and consistently named Nashville's best antique store. From china and…

  • Grimey's New & Pre-Loved Music

    East Nashville

    Looking for some new tunes to add to your collection? Grimey’s is your place – this church turned music shop is loaded with new and 'pre-loved' vinyl and…

  • Thistle Farms

    Nashville

    If ethical beauty brands are your thing, Thistle Farms has everything your bathroom needs for the ultimate relaxation. Thistle Farms is more than a beauty…

  • Project 615

    Nashville

    A for-profit company that donates a portion of all sales to various local non-profits. The trendy T-shirts ($30) are designed and produced in Tennessee…

  • Parnassus Books

    Nashville

    Ann Patchett's Parnassus Books is arguably one of America's most famous indie booksellers (ironically only in business since 2011). The bright space hosts…

  • Welcome Home

    East Nashville

    This welcoming shop stocks everything from beard-grooming kits to Southern cookbooks to candles. Items are curated from indie producers all over the US,…

  • Idea Hatchery

    East Nashville

    A small-business incubator, this mini-mall in Five Points is home to eight modular specialty boutiques, selling everything from rare books to vintage…

  • Hero

    Nashville

    Owner Claudia Robertson Fowler has styled country music superstars Faith Hill, Tricia Yearwood and Martina McBride. She brings her global sensibilities –…

  • Bang Candy Company

    Nashville

    When someone describes themselves as a 'sugar-peddler,' you know you're in for something quirky and fun. That's exactly how to describe Sarah Souther, an…

  • White's Mercantile

    Nashville

    This modern take on the general store hits all the right notes, embodying the vibe of the 12South neighborhood where it resides: cool, quirky and gorgeous…

  • Pre to Post Modern

    Nashville

    This shop is an explosion of color and kitsch with its superb selection of vintage items with a distinctly mid-century flavor. Pop culture collectibles…

  • Nisolo

    Nashville

    Buttery soft leather goods perch like gorgeous runway models in this minimalist store and showroom. But these boots and bags are more than a guilty…

  • Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Co

    East Nashville

    The cacao beans are slow-roasted then stone-ground at this dapper artisan chocolate shop. You can observe the bean-to-bar process during the 40-minute…

  • Hester & Cook

    Nashville

    Sure, it's a little out of the way, but if you're a stationery and homeware aficionado, you'll want to hit this place up. Their retail space is also their…

  • Savant Vintage

    Nashville

    This store is filled top to bottom with gorgeous vintage goods that scream Americana – visitors winding through the warmly lit nooks of the little cabin…

  • Lorraine Frances Fine Accessories

    Nashville

    This independent jewelry shop specializes in making old things new – the handmade jewelry incorporates vintage items like coins, locker tags and perfume…

  • Black Shag Vintage

    East Nashville

    Located in an old firehouse, this motorcycle-aesthetic vintage shop has a well-curated array of rocker-chic apparel, including leather jackets, cowboy…

  • Hip Zipper

    East Nashville

    Nestled in East Nashville is the town’s oldest vintage shop, a charming space featuring wood floors, colorful lanterns and great vintage finds. Stocked…

  • Nashville Farmers Market

    Downtown & the Gulch

    The pride of Nashville, this market alongside Bicentennial Mall operates daily but comes alive on Saturday, when the farm sheds groan with the best of the…

  • Goodbuy Girls

    East Nashville

    Nashville's vintage stores often have a slick NYC or LA vibe. Not so Goodbuy Girls, a packed-tight module of sassy vintage wear in the Idea Hatchery…

  • Wilder

    Nashville

    Is it art or home decor? Probably both. The household accessories and furniture in this bright and inviting shop pop with color, clean style and sometimes…

  • Gift Horse

    East Nashville

    This colorful, art-focused shop features an array of packable Nashville-themed gifts to bring back home. There's a strong stationery focus, with an…

  • Natalie Busby

    East Nashville

    Shop dog Addie welcomes visitors to this pleasing showroom of simple yet high-quality basics. Boston transplant and eponymous fashion designer Natalie…

  • Project 615

    East Nashville

    For that perfect Nashville-themed T-shirt ('Hot Chicken Capital of the World'), flip through the racks at this small shop. A portion of the profits goes…

  • Fatherland District

    East Nashville

    More than 20 small, indie-owned shops, studios and eateries cluster tight in this enticing shopping strip, which is home to three separate but adjacent…

  • 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,…

  • Corner Music

    Nashville

    Guitars. Banjos. Ukuleles. Mandolins. If it has strings and plays music, you'll find it here. Don't be surprised if you hear someone strumming away. Also…

  • Ernest Tubb

    Downtown & the Gulch

    Marked by a giant neon guitar sign, this 70-plus-year-old store oozes old-school, vintage charm and is the best place to shop for country and bluegrass…

  • Imogene + Willie

    Nashville

    This independent purveyor of style, housed in a 1950s service station, does built-to-last, custom-hemmed denim (from $245) that ships to you within a few…

  • Abednego

    Nashville

    This boutique features Nashville-chic frocks, tees and jewelry (think mod pieces with a folksy twist), plus a few stylish home accessories and gifts.

  • Goo Goo Shop

    Downtown & the Gulch

    Created in Nashville in 1912, milk chocolate Goo Goo clusters are still winning hearts and taste buds. At this SoBro gift shop and dessert bar, watch Goo…

  • Draper James

    Nashville

    Sure, its sidewall is pure Instagram bait, but a lot of people love Reese Witherspoon's style and flock to this, her paean to all things sweetly Southern…

  • Antique Archaeology

    Nashville

    Hardcore antique collectors may not be impressed by the small collection here, but if you're a fan of the History Channel's American Pickers, c'mon in and…