3888 Best Places to Shop in USA

Picture windows line the walls of this welcoming corner boutique that sells unique women's attire from the "USA and beyond." You'll find lively dresses for evenings out as well as running about, plus pants, tops, and so on. In business since 2009, Firefly is also known for handbags and jewelry, such as Celtic-inspired pieces crafted in Maine with recycled guitar strings and Fair Trade jewelry made with South American tagua nuts, a sustainable alternative to plastic known as "vegetable ivory."

Supporting the Waimea Arts Council, this gallery presents annual juried shows of local art as well as solo and group exhibitions by its many award-winning multimedia artists and artisans. It's in Waimea's original firehouse building at the intersection of Lindsey Road and Mamalahoa Highway. Always call to check before visiting, as the gallery is staffed by volunteers and hours aren't always regular.

The Archer Hotel anchors this open-air complex of restaurants, tasting rooms, and design, clothing, housewares, and culinary shops both national (Lululemon) and homegrown (Napa Stäk).

It's tight and often crowded, but this little shop at Gosman's Dock is filled with the type of fun, affordable, beachy kind of knickknacks and casual clothing and accessories that you want to bring home from your vacation.

If you're in downtown Hoonah, stop in to Fishbone Gifts. Right on the main road, this small, locally owned shop carries a nice selection of art prints, jewelry, cards, T-shirts, coffee mugs, and other Alaskan items.

A place to find unusual art, this women-owned gallery hosts changing exhibitions and events showcasing works by designers and artists from near and far. It also offers interior design services and carries small and large home items you won't find anywhere else in Honolulu. There's a daily rotation of local eateries at its café.

Shelves here are covered in inspired finds—from ornately printed tea towels and handmade lavender-oat soap to graphic and colorful dinner plates made of bamboo. The baby section teems with unusually darling items—gingham bonnets, quilted bibs in pretty prints, and print-covered footies.

This small shopping district less than a mile southwest of Downtown has new- and vintage-clothing boutiques, shoe stores, and antiques shops. It also has a growing selection of inventive and offbeat eateries and bars, not to mention some of the city's most colorful characters.

Viking wannabes go crazy for the soft toy spears and shields. The plush seals are sweet for tots, and you can find Norwegian pewter, leather goods, and colorful woolen sweaters and knit caps, along with a wide variety of character goods from the hit movie Frozen. The shop's larger-than-life troll is always ready for a selfie.

A mix of home decor, vintage goods, and crafts made by more than 35 local artists fills the rooms at this eclectic shop.

Named for its mission to “pass the torch of good taste from one generation to the next,” this upscale, locally owned boutique is the ultimate hat shopping experience. Specializing in headwear for all genders, the shop is known for its well-crafted, conversation-starting fedoras with a signature turtle and torch logo. Hat lovers and newcomers alike can expect an array of sophisticated hats made with wool, firm paper straw, or leather, and a warm and knowledgeable staff that will ensure you leave with the hat(s) best fit for you.

Find an impressive collection of fun, unique items at this Main Street vintage emporium, from gumball machines and Coca-Cola coolers to jukeboxes and pinball machines. Plan to spend some time here, discovering hidden treasures and restored gems.

This fun shop carries whimsical clothing, accessories, and toys for adults, kids, and babies, including Balinese Batik designs and beautifully scented candles, soaps, and lotions, all at surprisingly affordable prices.

Look for the lifelike golden retriever that guards the entrance to this shop named for its location at the base—or, flat—of Beacon Hill. For a quarter century, it's been offering a selection of candles, unique jewelry, handwoven totes, and a well-curated range of fancy souvenirs, all in its signature semi-preppy aesthetic.

The Flathead Indian Museum and Trading Post has an extensive collection of authentic artifacts from local Native American tribes. On sale are blankets, arts, crafts, local beadwork, books, maps, and gifts.

Just east of downtown, more than 900 vendors sell new and used goods Friday through Sunday 9–5. Its music hall hosts live entertainment.

Serious runners (or anyone looking for a supportive pair of athletic shoes) sprint over here for complimentary fittings, which entail 3-D foot mapping and a thorough gait analysis. Insoles, athletic wear, and sports gear round out the offerings at its four Chicago stores.

The expert staff at this friendly shop will assess your feet and your training schedule before recommending the perfect shoes, apparel, or accessories for running, swimming, soccer, or cycling. The shop also hosts running events, a great way to explore the city.

Kelly Marie Thompson has expanded her popular floral boutique to include home goods, linens, and fine jewelry. Unfortunately, there’s no way to bottle the lush, floral scent of the shop’s interior, but the selection of artisan candles and fragrances are a good substitute.

In this warehouse-turned-glasswork studio, artisans bend glass for custom lighting fixtures and other pieces of glassware. While most items are made to order for delivery in a couple of weeks, there are some items—cuff links, jewelry, and some tableware—that are available for off-the-shelf retail.

Frequent flyers can one-stop shop at this travel-themed store, which puts a creative spin on everyday accessories. Look for bright luggage tags, passport holders, satin sleep masks, and innovative storage for everything from shoes to toiletries.

Although the diverse selection of comics is the key draw at this spacious shop in the slowly reviving Lloyd Center Mall, you'll also find witty and humorous books (from Twin Peaks viewing guides to How to Talk to Your Cat About Gun Safety), young adult graphic novels, vinyl records, and decidedly irreverent artwork. The staff knows the material well and works hard to stock a provocative and offbeat selection of works, many of them self-published or produced by small indie presses.

Stylish birds of a feather will flock to this boho-chic boutique brimming with cotton T-shirts, floral dresses, and vintage-inspired jewelry, along with whimsical gifts like handmade ring dishes, crystal kits, disco suncatchers, and antique baubles.

A unique and spacious shop in town that is a plant-lover’s paradise. They sell plants and garden tools, along with an interesting and quirky selection of plant-themed clothing, astral cards, crystals and minerals, grow-at-home mushroom kits, and more. The owner fosters cats, and there are usually two to four present at any time, so if you are allergic, you may want to bypass this lovely shop.

Crisp-and-creamy cannoli are $1 each, and chocolate pasticciotti (small custard-filled pies) are 80¢ at the Florentine Pastry Shop, open since 1918. Enjoy your treat with a cup of coffee in an adjoining storefront room decorated with maps and photos of Italy.

This nonprofit gives 125 artisans from throughout the state a chance to exhibit glassware, jewelry, furniture, and more. (Imagine a vivid coral reef seascape made entirely out of yarn. Stuff like that.) Here you can also book a walking tour of Downtown St. Pete's colorful murals. The gallery is open seven days into the late afternoon but stays open late for the famed Second Saturday Art Walk.

With more than 250 stores and 1.7 million square feet of shopping, this mall is large enough to vacation in (even easier since there's a 511-room hotel attached). Its location between the airport and International Drive makes it an easy stop for incoming and departing tourists hunting for a bargain. Exclusive shops include American Girl, the Crayola Experiences, and M&M World. Anchor stores include JC Penney, Dillard's, and Macy's, and dining is equally impressive, with two dozen restaurants and eateries. Stroller and wheelchair rentals are available, as are concierge services and currency exchange.

This boutique’s location in the historic Monadnock Building complements the vintage-inspired clothing, shoes, and accessories it carries.

At first glance, this open-air shopping center anchored by a Whole Foods Market ( 858/436–9800) might look like your typical upscale SoCal mall, but take a closer look, because there's way more to it than meets the eye. There's not only some great shopping—much of it locally owned and eco-minded—but also some of San Diego's best restaurateurs like Tracy Borkum of CUCINA enoteca, have opened restaurants here. Sweetpea ( 858/481–0683) stocks children's clothing from brands like Magnetic Me and Petit Bateau. Van de Vort ( 858/925–7676) sells the latest curated fashion from around the world.