Aspen
A sweet and intimate local bookshop, the kind that must survive if humanity is to preserve its literate soul. Little alcoves are stacked with biographies,…
Must-see shopping in Colorado
Boulder
The Denver flagship it is not, but the Boulder branch of America’s largest and best outdoor outfitter rents sleeping bags, pads and tents, as well as…
Boulder
Monks chant to the patter of beats overhead as shoppers consider organic-dyed yoga outfits. All the clothes are organized by size – a nice touch – and the…
Boulder
Opened in 1992, this family-owned business specializes in Native American jewelry and collectibles (think pottery and fetishes) from Colorado and the…
Absolute Vinyl Records & Stereo
Boulder
Every town needs a temple to vinyl, a place where chilled-out clerks wipe down wax on Sunday afternoons while listening to classic Memphis blues. Young…
Boulder
Set smack dab in the middle of the Pearl Street Mall, this is where to head for the comfortable kinds of footwear that are staples in earthy Bouldertown…
Boulder
Extremely popular, this growing regional chain is the place to search for a small-batch habanero hot sauce or to alchemize your own spice rub for your…
Boulder
No question, Pearl St has its fair share of kitschy souvenir shops but Jackalope has the best variety – you'll find everything from T-shirts and hats to…
Denver
Peeking at the price tags of boots hand-tooled with skull and crossbones, it’s quickly evident that this store is not for your workaday cowpoke, but the…
Boulder
Locally owned since 1984, this conservative-to-quirky gallery is worth a peek for some interesting paintings and the glass, bronze and wood sculptures (we…
Boulder
Having pioneered the concept of 'upcycling,' this is the place for unique gifts, art, jewelry and clothes made from reused materials. It has a great local…
Boulder
Iconic images and original show posters from Janis Joplin, Dylan and the Dead make this a rock memorabilia paradise. But it isn’t limited to high-end…
Aspen
The sister to Vail’s cowboy apparel depot, Kemosabe vends the same handmade boots and Stetson hats – steam-shaped to please. Expect friendly faces, a…
Colorado
Right in the middle of town, Silver Stem is a tiny but popular dispensary – some customers even drive up from Boulder for the quality weed and chill…
Denver
A stylish fedora will put a little bounce in your step while strutting through the ritzy Latimer Sq district. This San Francisco–based source of hip,…
Boulder
For the best vinyl in town, cool posters and info on the best local acts, take a stop at this iconic record store that's been around for over three…
Denver
This specialty shop sells to-die-for extra-virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars from across the US and around the world.
Aspen
This gem of a consignment store has new and vintage luxury designer scarves, dresses, handbags, shoes and more. Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Blahnik – all the…
Denver
There’s a mess of Western trinket stores along the 16th Street Mall with nearly identical stock, but this has the largest inventory of kitsch. It’s full…
Denver
It doesn’t have the selection or élan of the Tattered Cover Bookstore, but over its 30-year life Capitol Hill has retained the rare magic of a real…
Boulder
There are scads of CU merchandise outlets along the busy stretch of 13th St, but this is the school’s official outfitter. In addition to textbooks and…
Denver
This well-stocked bottle shop opens up a heavenly find for discerning self-caterers, offering a top selection of wine (though most is imported from…
Aspen
On the shortlist for the coolest shop in Aspen, this place does stylish top-shelf skateboards and snowboards, and sells the gear, shoes and boots to match…
Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs' year-round flea market has up to 1000 vendors hawking almost anything you could think of, as well as live entertainment and a variety of…
