Dallas
For an eye-rolling, gasp-inducing and credit-card-maxing experience, head to the Highland Park Village shopping center in upper-crust Highland Park,…
Dallas
For an eye-rolling, gasp-inducing and credit-card-maxing experience, head to the Highland Park Village shopping center in upper-crust Highland Park,…
Dallas & the Panhandle Plains
Fans of the Home & Garden Television (HGTV) show Fixer Upper flock to this sprawling retail compound. Chip and Joanna Gaines have created this empire …
Dallas
Wild Bill's is a West End treasure chest of Western wear. You'll find Stetsons, snakeskin boots, oilskin jackets, oversize belt buckles, rhinestone…
Dallas
Dallas is not a good town for bookstores, except for this one. Of course it's in Deep Vellum and of course it's run by some passionate local publishers…
Dallas
Buy produce directly from the many excellent local growers, or shop for flowers and antiques at this multibarn market. It's at its best Thursday to…
Austin
'Curious oddities' is what they advertise at this quirky antique store that sells all manner of fabulous knickknacks, all displayed with an artful eye…
Galveston
Watch the saltwater taffy, peanut brittle and chocolates being made at this throwback to the 1920s Strand. It's an old-fashioned candy store and ice-cream…
Houston
Houston's top independent bookseller since 1974. Carefully curated, with a strong literary bent, it’s a wonderful spot to browse local titles or meet…
Houston
Try on Project Runway winner Chloe Dao's fashionable wares in this Rice Village gem that's all about local design, looking good and having fun.
Fort Worth
Get your Stetson on at this downtown hat shop, in business since 1911. Enjoy the wall of fame – famous folks wearing their hats.
Houston
A beautiful shop filled with vintage art and handicrafts from Mexico, plus unique items from top artisans south of the border.
Dallas & the Panhandle Plains
Lose track of time browsing aisle after aisle of intriguing old titles and hard-to-find tunes.
El Paso
We shouldn't have sampled that jalapeño-bacon jam – now we want to buy a jar. The jalapeño-pecan brittle was darn good too. The free samples will get you…
San Antonio
The old Pearl Brewery has received a massive face-lift as part of the new Pearl development north of downtown, including shops, cafes and restaurants. The…
Austin
This cool little independent…well, we hesitate to call it a 'gallery' because that would needlessly scare some people off. Anyway, it features some pretty…
El Paso
Even if you can’t round up the money ($1100 to $4000!) for a custom pair, make an appointment to visit Rocketbuster Boots and you’ll see what all the fuss…
Canton First Monday Trade Days
Northeast Texas
First Monday Trade Days have been taking place in Canton since the 1850s. Today more than 5000 vendors gather the Thursday through Sunday before every…
West Texas
The best bookstore in town is open daily and has a smart selection of new, used and out-of-print titles, as well as a good selection of regionally themed…
West Texas
Close to the landmark Starlight Theatre, this store has great gifts, from hot sauces and wines to an impressive selection of books. Pick up a brochure on…
San Antonio
Despite the name, this is no French haberdashery, but a purveyor of fine cowboy hats, established in 1917. You'll walk out looking like a real cowboy with…
Austin
If you're trying to tame your sweet tooth, don't step into this colorful candy emporium where old-school treats like Squirrel Nut Zippers and Charleston…
San Antonio
This high-quality bootmaker's shop, established in 1915, now caters to country music stars, actors and locals alike. Get your custom pair with a belt to…
Hill Country
This old trading post, established back in 1849, is the heart of the, er, action in Luckenbach. The front half holds the store, while the saloon is down a…
Fort Worth
Ah, the smell of leather that unmistakably says 'new boots.' Check out the bank ledgers, which contain the foot measurements of rock stars and presidents…
Houston
Dare we say it? The mantle for luxe shopping in Houston has moved to this outdoor, village-style mall east of the Galleria. It offers a bevy of…
Panhandle Plains
Noted for its custom boots, spurs and other Western gear. Texas legends such as Lyndon Johnson got their boots here (as did on-screen cowboy John Wayne)…
Dallas
Almost 2 million sq ft of retail space, NorthPark's major stores include Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Macy's. It has hundreds of other retailers,…
West Texas
A book-lover’s oasis in the middle of desolate West Texas, this cutting-edge store opens off the lobby of the Hotel St George. It stocks a lovingly…
Hill Country
Local art galleries, shops and craftspeople set up booths for Wimberley Market Days, a bustling collection of live music, food and more than 475 vendors…
Northeast Texas
A kitschy delight: the old general store is crammed with an idiosyncratic array of Texas-themed souvenirs. When you're done shopping, cool off with an ice…
Austin
Western wear, vintage T-shirts and even oddities such as all-American bowling wear hang on the racks at Blue Velvet, where you'll find an equal number of…
San Antonio
San Antonio's answer to Williams Sonoma, Melissa Guerra has upscale kitchen implements and table settings with a Latin flavor, layered in with Mexican…
Austin
Colorful and over the top, this South Congress staple has been outfitting Austinites for years. You can rent or buy costume pieces, which is this place's…
San Antonio
For biographies, fiction, children's books and Texas-related titles, step inside this indie bookstore in the Pearl District. Traveling with young kids?…
San Antonio
Like a romantic breath of fresh air, this shop has mix-and-match pieces in vibrant prints and fabrics you won't find anywhere else, along with designer…
Dallas
A downtown landmark, this six-story veteran was the first Neiman Marcus store. Today it's still a wonderful place to enjoy a timeless high-end shopping…
Austin
In hip South Austin, family-owned Allens sells row upon row of traditional cowboy boots for ladies, gents and kids. A basic pair costs from $100 or so,…
Houston
Along with lots of sporty shoes, clothes and gadgets for the outdoorsy set, Texas-based Whole Earth has essential travel merchandise such as guidebooks…
San Antonio
Cavender’s Boot City is an affordably priced Western-wear chain around town. There are two other locations in San Antonio (303 NW Loop 410 and 8640 Four…
San Antonio
You'll find an amazing array of area history books in this busy shop that is part of the Alamo complex. Don't miss the diorama depicting the famous battle.