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Shopping in Oregon

  1. A

    Powell's City of Books

    The USA's largest independent bookstore, with a whole city block of new and used titles. Has other branches around town, including at 3723 and 3747 SE Hawthorne.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Saturday Market

    For great fun and a quintessential introduction to Eugene's peculiar vitality, don't miss the Saturday Market, held each Saturday from March through November at E 8th Ave and Oak St. Between Thanksgiving and Christmas it's renamed the Holiday Market and moves indoors to the Lane Events Center at 13th Ave and Jefferson St.

    reviewed

  3. Eastside

    Eastside has lots of trendy shopping streets that also host a few restaurants and cafés. SE Hawthorne Blvd is the biggest, N Mississippi Ave is the most recent and NE Alberta is the most artsy and funky. Down south, Sellwood is known for its antique shops.

    reviewed

  4. C

    Pioneer Place

    Portland's downtown shopping district extends in a two-block radius from Pioneer Courthouse Sq. Pioneer Place, an upscale mall, is between SW Morrison and SW Yamhill St, east of the square.

    reviewed

  5. D

    Reading Frenzy

    Emporium of indie zines, comics and books that supports independent and alternative media.

    reviewed

  6. E

    CounterMedia

    Liberally minded books on fringe culture and vintage erotica.

    reviewed

  7. In Other Words

    The US's last nonprofit feminist bookstore. Plenty of community events take place here, and it's a valuable resource center as well.

    reviewed

  8. F

    The Kiva

    An exceptional natural-food grocery store is The Kiva.

    reviewed

  9. G

    Canoe

    If you're looking for a unique gift for a discerning person, especially those who like modern design, this is the place. Carefully crafted items from artisans around the globe include everything from wood-handled cheese tools to beautiful ceramics and delicate vases.

    reviewed

  10. Broadway Books

    Good general, independent bookstore with especially strong literary fiction, biography and Judaica sections.

    reviewed

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  12. H

    Seaplane

    A serious boutique packed with one-of-a-kind items from local designers. Don't head here looking for sales or bargains; these pieces will take a chunk out of the bank account, but you won't see anyone else wearing what you've got on.

    reviewed

  13. Queen Bee Creations

    One-of-a-kind bags, wallets and bike panniers sewn on site.

    reviewed

  14. I

    Music Millennium

    In the age of dying record shops, this place is a revelation. Extensive collections of everything from classic rock to straight-up classical. Check the listings of live in-store performances and grab a 'Keep Portland Weird!' sticker while you're here.

    reviewed

  15. Land

    Unique, fun and crafty gifts of all kinds, plus an art gallery upstairs.

    reviewed

  16. Imelda's and Louie's

    One of Portland's best shoe stores carries an array of kicks for men and women. Rows of stacked boxes can be tricky to navigate, but it's worth the trouble. Also has great bags, wallets, hats and jewelry. Second location at 935 NW Everett.

    reviewed

  17. J

    Gilt Jewelry

    Fine vintage jewelry on the main floor and modern, locally made new pieces upstairs.

    reviewed

  18. Frock Boutique

    One of Alberta Street's most accessible clothing stores. Check out the array of screen-printed T-shirts, sundresses, wool hats, patterned socks, onesies for babies and more.

    reviewed

  19. Flutter

    One of N Mississippi Ave's most interesting shops, with reclaimed and refurbished items for the home, vintage jewelry, books and ephemera. Peruse the birdcages, gothic wedding gowns, ornate pillows and feathery hats.

    reviewed

  20. K

    Columbia Sportswear

    Flagship store for local sportswear company; outlet at 1323 SE Tacoma St in Sellwood.

    reviewed