432 Best Places to Shop in USA

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We've compiled the best of the best in USA - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Paul Smith

SoHo

Fans love Paul Smith for his classic-with-a-twist clothes, and this vast, minimalist flagship is a temple to his design ethos and inspirations. Embroidered vests; brightly striped socks, scarves, and shirts; and tongue-in-cheek cuff links are all signature Paul Smith looks, along with classic suits and outerwear for men and women.

88 Wooster St., New York, NY, 10012, USA
646-613–3060

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Paul Smith

West Hollywood

This minimalist pink store houses Paul Smith's collection of clothing, boots, hats, luggage, and objets d'art. The clothing here has playful British preppy style, with vibrant colors and whimsical patterns mixed in with well-tailored closet staples.

8221 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90046, USA
323-951–4800

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Penelope's

Wicker Park

There's something for everyone at this spacious Ukrainian Village shop. Step inside for graphic two-piece sets from Compania Fantastica and cool knits from All:Row, as well as funky accessories such as Jenny Lemons earrings. Menswear by the likes of Native Youth and Rhythm plus a selection of children's clothes, housewares, and gift items round out the collection.

1913 W. Division St., Chicago, IL, 60622, USA
773-395–2351

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Perlis Clothing

Uptown

The first floor of this venerable New Orleans retail institution is devoted to outfitting men with classic suits (white linen and seersucker are very popular), sportswear, shoes, ties, and accessories, as well as the store's signature crawfish-logo polo shirts. The second floor is filled with dressy, casual, and formal wear for women.

6070 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA, 70118, USA
504-895–8661
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Closed Sun.

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Perlis Clothing French Quarter

French Quarter

A smaller version of the locally owned Perlis boutique on Magazine Street, this shop features such items as polo shirts and neckties with crawfish logos, as well as everything from Hawaiian shirts to boxer shorts printed with images of Tabasco products and New Orleans themes.

600 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA, 70130, USA
504-523–6681

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Peruvian Connection

Penn Quarter

Shop for luxurious sweaters, scarves, and outerwear made from Peruvian alpaca. The investment pieces are made by skilled artisans from Peru.

950 F St. NW, Washington, DC, 20004, USA
202-737–4405

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Picayune Cellars & Mercantile

The European sensibility of this shop and tasting room's French owner informs the selection of art, jewelry, crafts, and clothing and accessories on display. She also operates as a négociant, purchasing grapes and "juice" (already-made wines) to bottle under her Picayune Cellars label. Tastings of these wines start at $35.

1440 Lincoln Ave., Calistoga, CA, 94515, USA
707-341–3410

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Pink by Nature

Proprietor Desiree Martinez keeps her rustic store stocked with beautiful local jewelry and feminine pieces from Indah, Bella Dahl, and Novella Royale brands. Versatile plaid shirts from Rails are popular, along with stylish menswear and home decor.

3663 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, HI, 96768, USA
808-572–9576

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Pipe and Row

Fremont

Modern, minimalist clothing feels effortlessly stylish when it’s good quality like the looks you’ll find at this chic boutique, a surprisingly friendly place to browse. Think basic tees, on-trend denim, simple jewelry, and pieces with edgier details that are still highly wearable. Brands include Richer Poorer, AGOLDE, and Ganni.

611 N. 35th St., Seattle, 98103, USA
206-632–0720

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Pirkko

Downtown

A petite, colorful boutique by Pike Place Market, Pirkko carries a selection of high-quality Finnish and Scandinavian clothing and accessories, including famously bold pieces by Marimekko. A rainy Seattle day might give you the perfect excuse to purchase one of the shop's collection of bright, modern raincoats.

1407 1st Ave., Seattle, 98101, USA
206-223–1112

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Pitkin County Dry Goods

Founded in 1969, Pitkin County Dry Goods may be one of Aspen's oldest clothing stores, but it carries contemporary, casual apparel for men and women, as well as fun and funky belts, scarves, and jewelry.

Posh Boutique

Green Hills

The name says it all. Posh Boutique is one of the city's best spots to buy luxurious designer clothing. Posh carries clothing for both men and women, and boasts designers like Free People and Blank NYC. Stop in to find an outfit for those last-minute dinner reservations you snagged at the nearby Etc.

1801 21st Ave. S, Nashville, TN, 37212, USA
615-383–9840

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Prototype Vintage

South Austin

Blend in with the locals at this carefully curated boutique, featuring men's, women's, and children's vintage clothing, plus heaps of hats, sunglasses, shoes, and jewelry. The back room has full racks of unisex T-shirts, and there's a great selection of denim. Feathers, located next door, is another fun shop to pop into.

1700 S. Congress Ave., Austin, TX, 78704, USA
512-447–7686

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Ralph Lauren

Upper East Side

Even if you can't afford the clothes here, come just to soak up the luxe lifestyle. The four-story designer's flagship store for women's and home collections is housed in a 22,000-square-foot building in a former historic Beaux-Arts mansion, complete with a curving marble staircase and stone floors. In addition to the complete women's collection, the brand's lingerie, housewares, fine jewelry and watch salon, and upscale café are here. You can find the men's flagship directly across the street.

Rebel

Half new, half vintage consignment, the goods offered here make you feel as if you are raiding your stylish friend’s closet. Racks are packed with all different types of styles and designers—from Lauren Moshi to Indah—requiring a little patience when sifting through. The store has a particularly strong collection of jeans, funky tees, and maxi dresses.

Red Clover

Historic District

This is the place to be if you want fashionable and affordable apparel, shoes, and handbags. It features sharp looks from up-and-coming designers, all at under $100. It's also a great place to search for unique jewelry.

244 Bull St., Savannah, GA, 31401, USA
912-236–4053

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Red Stag

The omnipresent and irresistible sale rack outside this sizable shop is always a huge draw, and when you step inside, you never know what you’ll find—but it will be something good: belts, bags, men and women’s clothing, pretty glassware, antiques and jewelry from around the globe, along with beauty products and men’s grooming. Prices can be high, but there's a good chance that you'll find something that is well worth a splurge.

Reformation

SoHo

Cool girls from Olivia Munn to Taylor Swift love this eco-friendly fashion brand from Los Angeles whose flirty, vintage-inspired dresses and two-piece outfits are made with recycled, leftover, or otherwise sustainable fabrics. There are several locations around the city.

62 Greene St., New York, NY, 10012, USA
332-208–5937

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Reformation

West Hollywood

Local trendsetters flock here for the sexy, easy-to-wear Reformation dresses, including a totally affordable bridal line, jumpsuits, and separates. They are sustainably manufactured using recycled materials.

8000 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90048, USA
805-790–8054

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Reiss

SoHo

Think of Reiss as the Banana Republic of Britain—a go-to place for upscale casual-but-tailored clothes. Standouts for women include cowl-neck sweater dresses and A-line skirts. Men's wool combat trousers are complemented by shrunken blazers, military-inspired peacoats, and trim leather jackets.

387 W. Broadway, New York, NY, 10012, USA
212-925–5707

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Relic Vintage

Haight

Offering well-curated clothing, accessories, and jewelry from the Roaring '20s to the hippie '60s, this premier vintage shop has a loyal following among retro-conscious gals and pals. Patrons have fun turning back the clock in the well-organized yet funky interior with Hawaiian-theme dressing rooms and a leopard-print chaise lounge.

1475 Haight St., San Francisco, CA, 94117, USA
415-255–7460

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relish

Georgetown

In fashionable Cady's Alley, this dramatic space holds a women's collection handpicked seasonally by the owner. Modern, elegant, and practical selections include European classics and well-tailored modern designers, such as Marc Jacobs, Pierre Hardy, Thom Browne, Uma Wang, and Dries Van Noten.

3312 Cady's Alley NW, Washington, DC, 20007, USA
202-333–5343
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Closed Mon.

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Reyn Spooner

The dressy clothing available here has been a tradition in Hawaii since 1959 and remains popular among locals and visitors alike. The store offers rayon, cotton, and silk aloha shirts for both men and boys, men's shorts, and clothing for women and girls. Prices may be high, but you're buying the best.

69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI, 96738, USA
808-886–1162

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Reyn Spooner

Ala Moana

This is a good place to buy the aloha-print fashions residents wear. Look for the limited-edition Christmas shirt, a collector's item manufactured each holiday season. Reyn Spooner has seven locations statewide and offers styles for men and children and, sometimes, limited-edition women's wear.

1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96814, USA
808-949–5929

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Rixo

NoLIta

This British brand, owned by two friends, began life as a pop up and now this Nolita location is the flagship shop. The women's clothes here, all size inclusive, lean toward retro and vintage designs for the various dresses, knitwear, tops, skirts, and loungewear. They also sell bags that are coordinated with the clothing.

19 Prince St., New York, NY, 10012, USA
646-761–1591

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Roberta Oaks

Chinatown

This boutique sells modern aloha wear for men, women, and children. Most of the prints and clothes are designed and made in Honolulu, and you'll also find accessories, bath and body items, and other local products.

1152 Nuuanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96813, USA
808-526--1111

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Robin Richman

Bucktown

Robin Richman showcases interesting sculptural housewares and oversize vintage necklaces alongside pieces from lesser-known European labels and local clothes designers. Even if the rather lofty price point limits you to window shopping, the eclectic displays never disappoint.

2108 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL, 60647, USA
773-278–6150
Shopping Details
Closed Sun.--Tues.

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Rolo

Castro

Selling hard-to-find denim, sportswear, shoes, and accessories with a European influence, this store includes clothes designed by Fred Perry, G-Star RAW, and Benson. R by Rolo, down the street at 2267 Market Street, has high-quality gym- and sportswear.

2351 Market St., San Francisco, CA, 94114, USA
415-431–4545

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The Row

West Hollywood

Television sweethearts Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen have owned this luxury outfitter since 2006, offering women and men’s clothing, shoes, and accessories. The brand focuses on top-of-the-line fabrics and high-end designers with a “less is more” mentality. This place is a neutrals-lover’s dream closet, where classic pieces meet modern silhouettes and even the sweatpants are supremely chic.

Saint Laurent

North Strip

The largest Saint Laurent store in the United States is on the Fontainebleau's casino floor, near the entrance from the Strip. Reflecting Anthony Vaccarello's design concept, it displays vintage pieces and carries the luxury French fashion house's full line of men's and women's ready-to-wear, fine jewelry, and accessories including shoes and handbags. There also are stores in The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, The Shops at Crystals, and the Wynn Plaza Shops. 

2777 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, USA
725-258--5665

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