West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
An import from Portland, this peaceful, pretty little shop is the place to go for single-origin chocolate, fine salt, honey and other pantry essentials…
Must-see shopping in The USA
Key West
On a shop- and gallery-lined stretch of Whitehead St, this small sunlit store carries a well-curated selection of handmade soaps, jewelry, candles, pretty…
Faubourg Marigny & Bywater
This emporium is a treasure trove of, well, treasures, if you follow the old adage that one person’s junk is another’s…well, you know. There are found…
The Haight & Hayes Valley
'No food, no photos, no playing in the boas,' says the sign inside the door – but that last rule is gleefully ignored by drag stars, pageant dropouts,…
The Mission, Dogpatch & Potrero Hill
This legendary cooperative attracts crowds to buy eco/organic/fair-trade products in bulk, sample the bounty of local cheeses and flirt in the artisan…
Wynwood & the Design District
This boutique earns high marks for carrying only ethically and sustainably produced merchandise. You'll find cleverly designed jewelry from Miami-based…
South End & Chinatown
This niche gallery stocks thousands of vintage posters from around the world. Thousands. The posters span the globe, with themes ranging from food and…
Chicago
Rotofugi has an unusual niche: urban designer toys. The spacey, robot-y, odd vinyl and plush items will certainly distinguish you from the other kids on…
Boston
Calling itself a 'retail incubator' and a 'pop-up collective,' For Now showcases a constantly changing and growing collection of local and regional…
Kailua-Kona
This open-air shopping center, about 2 miles south of 'downtown' Kailua-Kona, is a pleasant spot to while away an hour or so while perusing arts, crafts…
Harlem & Upper Manhattan
Polish your look at this dapper hat boutique owned by affable Harlem designer Marc Williamson. Constructed from the likes of fur, wool felt and straw, his…
Cambridge
Founded in 1927, Grolier is the oldest – and perhaps the most famous – poetry bookstore in the USA. Over the years, TS Eliot, ee cummings, Marianne Moore…
Lihuʻe
Kauaʻi's own rum label is a relatively new brand, which means it doesn't have a fine aged rum yet, but its dark and spiced versions win awards. Learn how…
The CD, Madrona & Madison Park
Conscientious consumption is the mission of this new jewelry, clothing, art and home-goods store in the CD. Everything for sale here is both gorgeous and…
Southeastern Connecticut
Bibliophiles rejoice! You have nothing to lose but your cash at New England's self-proclaimed largest used bookstore, spread now over four locations in…
West Hollywood & Mid-City
This legendary, rock-and-roll shopping strip is as famous for its epic people-watching as for its consumer fruits. You’ll see hair (and people) of all…
Tucson
Old Town Artisans in the Presidio Historic District is a great destination for quality arts and crafts produced in the Southwest and Mexico. It's a block…
West Virginia
Shelves groan under regional jams and jellies, Holl’s Swiss Chocolates and a long row of local produce at this indoor-outdoor market on the site of the…
New York City
The favorite joke among locals is that the canal's oily waters conceal their very own swamp beast. The monster from the Gowanus lagoon graces a host of T…
Streetcar Suburbs
The friendly folks at this little boutique can help you find the perfect gift. The jewelry is inexpensive and highly original; much of it is designed by…
The Haight & Hayes Valley
Sand-cast cocktail rings, succulents dripping from sea-urchin shells, scented candles in the shape of a doll's hand: such unique gifts lead grateful…
The Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf & the Piers
An essential stop on a Union St shopping raid, Anomie carries multiple small-production, independent designers of casual women's clothing, all subtly…
North Carolina Mountains
The Parkway Craft Center, where the Southern Highland Craft Guild sells superb crafts, is housed in a 1901 Colonial Revival mansion that’s directly…
New Orleans
Shave and a haircut: 40 bits. Or $40. Apiece. But who’s counting at this suave barbershop, where smartly dressed Prohibition–era mobsters would surely…
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…
Chicago
A bombardment of fragrance socks you in the nose upon entering this Old Town spice house, which offers delicacies such as black and red volcanic salt from…
Downtown, Civic Center & SoMa
Since 1952, runways can't compete with Britex' fashion drama. Designers bicker over dibs on caution-orange chiffon, glam rockers dig through velvet…
Japantown, Fillmore & Pacific Heights
At her flagship store, San Francisco designer Margaret O'Leary showcases whisper-light cardigans of Scottish cashmere and organic cotton ideal for year…
Nani Moon Meadery & Tasting Room
Kapaʻa & the Eastside
Nani Moon makes and pours tropical honey wine, which is arguably the oldest alcoholic beverage on earth – humans have been drinking it for 6000 years or…
Japantown, Fillmore & Pacific Heights
Small wonders are the specialty of Katsura Garden, bonsai garden masters. Years of training go into each tiny tree gracing these shelves, from the…
The Triangle
Raleigh born and bred, this hip, mostly men’s clothing boutique made a name for itself by dishing out its own shirt designs in half sizes. Along with…
New Mexico
Where did this place come from? One minute you're walking around the Philmont Scout Ranch complex looking for signs of life – it's April – when suddenly…
Denver
In the heart of RiNo, this small dispensary has a big following, thanks to great service, selection and prices, especially the early-bird specials. An…
New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania
Two galleries display a lovely array of contemporary American crafts, ranging from pottery to scarves to handmade homewares. If you need a unique keepsake…
San Francisco
Modern gifts for modern women and the people they love – bold, unique, price-savvy. Gift yourself and others with picnic-ready multitools, versatile…
Queens
A much-loved indie bookshop with ample shelf space dedicated to local authors, Astoria is a good spot to pick up a title about the Queens dining scene or…
Honolulu
So much more than just a bookstore stocking Hawaiiana tomes, CDs and DVDs, this cultural gathering spot also sells beautiful silk-screened fabrics, koa…
Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village
Bold and colorful shoes by the eccentric Canadian designer are the order of the day at this spacious haven for fans of funky footwear. They come as tough…
Portsmouth
Oops. This hip and mischievous gift shop got a visit from police after a window-shopper complained about off-color language on an oven mitt in the window…
Waimea Canyon & the Westside
Sharing its premises with the Japanese Grandma restaurant – some items are discounted for diners – this fancy little store has a slicker vibe than its…
